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Family Fun in Shanghai: 3-Day Itinerary

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Day 1: Exploring Shanghai Icons

Shanghai, China

8:00AM

Breakfast at a Local Dim Sum Restaurant

Start your day with a delicious breakfast of traditional Shanghai dim sum to fuel up for a day of exploration.
Take a taxi or subway to the Bund area, which takes approximately 30 minutes.
50 RMB per person, 1 hour

10:00AM

The Bund

Marvel at the stunning skyline of Shanghai along the Huangpu River, lined with historic buildings and modern skyscrapers.
Walk from the Bund to Yu Garden, which is a 15-minute walk.
Free, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Yu Garden Bazaar

Enjoy a variety of local street food and snacks at the bustling Yu Garden Bazaar.
Walk to Nanjing Road, which is a 10-minute walk.
100 RMB per person, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Nanjing Road

Shop till you drop at one of the world's busiest shopping streets, filled with luxury boutiques, department stores, and local shops.
Take a taxi or subway to your accommodation for some rest.
Varies, 2 hours

5:30PM

Dinner at a Local Restaurant

Savor authentic Shanghainese cuisine for dinner at a nearby restaurant.
Head back to your hotel for a well-deserved rest.
150 RMB per person, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Magical Day at Shanghai Disneyland

Shanghai, China

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel before heading to Shanghai Disneyland.
Take a taxi or subway to Shanghai Disneyland, which takes around 1 hour.
Hotel inclusive, 2 hours

10:00AM

Shanghai Disneyland

Embark on a day of fun and adventure at the magical world of Shanghai Disneyland, with exciting rides and entertainment for the whole family.
Enjoy the various attractions and shows inside the theme park.
400 RMB per person, 6 hours

4:00PM

Dinner at Disneyland

Grab a meal at one of the park's dining options to recharge before continuing your Disney adventure.
Explore more of the park and catch the evening parade.
150 RMB per person, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Return to Hotel

Take a taxi or subway back to your hotel for a good night's rest after a magical day at Disneyland.
Head back to your accommodation for a well-deserved rest.
Varies, 1 hour
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Day 3: Cultural Exploration and Water Town Visit

Shanghai, China

9:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before starting your day of cultural exploration.
Take a taxi or subway to Tianzifang, which takes approximately 45 minutes.
Hotel inclusive, 1.5 hours

10:30AM

Tianzifang

Stroll through the narrow alleyways of Tianzifang, filled with art galleries, boutiques, and traditional architecture.
Take a taxi or subway to the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, which is a 30-minute ride.
50 RMB per person, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at a Local Restaurant

Enjoy a leisurely lunch at a nearby restaurant before heading to Zhujiajiao Water Town.
Take a taxi or subway to Zhujiajiao Water Town, which is around 1.5 hours away.
100 RMB per person, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Zhujiajiao Water Town

Experience the charm of this ancient water town with its picturesque canals, old bridges, and traditional buildings.
Explore the water town and take a boat ride for a different perspective of the town.
120 RMB per person, 3 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Zhujiajiao

Indulge in a dinner by the water before heading back to Shanghai city.
Take a taxi or subway back to your hotel to conclude your cultural day.
150 RMB per person, 2 hours
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