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Discovering Shanghai in 3 Days

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Day 1: Exploring Shanghai's Classic Sights

Shanghai, China

8:00AM

Breakfast at Yang's Dumplings

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Yang's Dumplings, famous for their soup dumplings that burst with flavor.
Walk or take a short taxi ride to The Bund
50 RMB, 1 hour

10:00AM

The Bund

Take a leisurely stroll along the iconic waterfront area of The Bund, admiring the blend of historical and modern architecture.
Walk to Yu Garden
Free, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Old Shanghai Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Shanghainese lunch at Old Shanghai Restaurant near Yu Garden, known for its local flavors and cozy ambiance.
Walk to Yu Garden
100 RMB, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Yu Garden

Explore the classical Chinese garden of Yu Garden, with its intricate architecture, serene ponds, and beautiful pavilions.
Walk to nearby metro station for Line 10 to Nanjing Road
40 RMB, 2 hours

5:00PM

Shopping at Nanjing Road

Indulge in some retail therapy at Nanjing Road, one of the world's busiest shopping streets with a mix of luxury boutiques and local shops.
Take Line 10 to Laoximen station and transfer to Line 8 for French Concession
Variable, 2 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Lost Heaven

Savor a fusion of Yunnan and Tibetan cuisine at Lost Heaven, a popular restaurant in the French Concession area.
Walk to Lost Heaven
200 RMB, 2 hours
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Day 2: Exploring Local Culture and Arts

Shanghai, China

9:00AM

Breakfast at Farine

Start your day with freshly baked pastries and coffee at Farine, a charming bakery in the French Concession.
Walk to Tianzifang
50 RMB, 1 hour

10:30AM

Tianzifang

Explore the narrow alleyways and art studios of Tianzifang, a vibrant area filled with unique shops and galleries.
Walk to Sinan Mansions
Free, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Kommune

Enjoy a relaxed lunch at Kommune, a trendy eatery in Sinan Mansions offering a mix of international cuisine.
Walk to Sinan Mansions
150 RMB, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Sinan Mansions

Stroll around the historic buildings of Sinan Mansions, once the residential area of Shanghai's elite, now transformed into a cultural hub.
Walk to nearby metro station for Line 10 to Shanghai Tower
Free, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Shanghai Tower

Visit the observation deck of Shanghai Tower, the second tallest building in the world, for panoramic views of the cityscape.
Walk to nearby metro station for Line 2 to People's Square, then transfer to Line 11 for Zhujiajiao Water Town
150 RMB, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Zhujiajiao Water Town

Enjoy a picturesque dinner by the canals of Zhujiajiao Water Town, a charming ancient water town with traditional architecture.
Walk to a local restaurant in Zhujiajiao
120 RMB, 2 hours
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