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Discovering Shanghai in 4 Days

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Day 1: City Centre Exploration

Shanghai, China

8:00AM

Visit The Bund

Start your day by exploring the iconic waterfront area lined with colonial buildings, offering a mix of history and modernity.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from your accommodation to The Bund.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Yuyuan Garden

Experience the tranquillity of this classical Chinese garden, filled with pavilions, ponds, and rockeries.
A short walk or metro ride from The Bund.
CNY 30, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant

Indulge in traditional Shanghai cuisine with their famous xiaolongbao (soup dumplings).
Walk to the restaurant located near Yuyuan Garden.
CNY 50, 1 hour

2:30PM

Shanghai Museum

Explore the vast collection of ancient Chinese art and artefacts in this renowned museum.
A short metro ride from Yuyuan Garden.
CNY 50, 2 hours

5:00PM

Shopping on Nanjing Road

Stroll down one of the world's busiest shopping streets for a mix of luxury boutiques and local stores.
Walking distance from the museum.
Variable, 2 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Lost Heaven

Enjoy a fusion of Yunnan and Western Chinese flavours in a beautifully decorated restaurant setting.
Short taxi ride or walk from Nanjing Road.
CNY 200, 2 hours
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Day 2: Historical Shanghai

Shanghai, China

8:30AM

Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum

Learn about the Jewish refugees who found sanctuary in Shanghai during World War II.
Take a taxi or metro to the museum located in Hongkou District.
CNY 50, 2 hours

11:00AM

Duolun Cultural Street

Walk along this historic street lined with traditional Chinese buildings converted into museums and teahouses.
Short taxi ride from the museum.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Fu 1088

Enjoy a fine dining experience in a restored villa, offering classic Shanghainese dishes with a modern twist.
Walk or taxi to the restaurant in Hongkou District.
CNY 150, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Hongkou Park

Relax in this peaceful park known for its lakes, pavilions, and historical monuments.
Short walk from the restaurant.
Free, 1 hour

4:30PM

Luxun Park

Stroll through the park dedicated to the famous Chinese writer Lu Xun, featuring sculptures and a museum.
Short taxi ride from Hongkou Park.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Yang's Fry Dumplings

Taste the crispy-bottomed Sheng Jian Bao (pan-fried dumplings) at this popular local eatery.
Short taxi ride or walk from Luxun Park.
CNY 40, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Modern Shanghai

Shanghai, China

9:00AM

Shanghai Tower

Ascend to the observation deck of this skyscraper for panoramic views of the city skyline.
Taxi or metro to the Lujiazui area where the tower is located.
CNY 180, 2 hours

11:30AM

Oriental Pearl TV Tower

Visit the iconic TV tower with its distinctive spheres and enjoy the views from the glass-bottomed observation deck.
Short walk from Shanghai Tower.
CNY 220, 1.5 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet

Experience a multi-sensory dining journey in a unique dining concept that combines food, music, and visuals.
Short taxi ride from Lujiazui to the restaurant.
CNY 3000, 2.5 hours

4:00PM

Shanghai Science and Technology Museum

Explore interactive exhibits on science and technology in one of China's largest science museums.
Short metro ride from Lujiazui.
CNY 60, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Mercato

Enjoy Italian cuisine with a view at this restaurant by celebrity chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten.
Short taxi ride from the museum.
CNY 400, 2 hours
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Day 4: Day Trip to Suzhou

Shanghai, China

8:00AM

Train to Suzhou

Take a high-speed train from Shanghai to Suzhou, known for its classical gardens and canals.
Take the metro or taxi to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station.
CNY 50, 1.5 hours

10:00AM

The Humble Administrator's Garden

Explore one of the finest classical Chinese gardens with tranquil ponds and pavilions.
Short walk from the train station.
CNY 90, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Songhelou

Taste authentic Suzhou cuisine by dining on local specialties like squirrel-shaped mandarin fish.
Walk to the restaurant near the garden.
CNY 120, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Boat Ride on Pingjiang Road

Take a leisurely boat ride along the historic canal street lined with traditional houses and shops.
Short walk from the restaurant.
CNY 100, 1 hour

4:00PM

Suzhou Silk Museum

Learn about the history of silk production in Suzhou and see demonstrations of silk-making techniques.
Short walk or taxi ride from Pingjiang Road.
CNY 30, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Return to Shanghai

Take an evening train back to Shanghai and relax after a day exploring the cultural side of Suzhou.
Head back to the train station for the return journey.
CNY 50, 1.5 hours
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