Bund Sightseeing Tunnel

Visit the Bund Sightseeing Tunnel soon, before its quirky charm is potentially replaced by a standard commuter route. For now, it remains the most unconventional way to travel between the Bund and Pudong. The five-minute journey is a sensory spectacle of pumping music, psychedelic light shows, and abstract narration — an experience that is unapologetically flashy and genuinely entertaining. Access the tunnel from the Bund end on Nanjing Road East, or from the Pudong side near the Riverside Promenade.

• Address:

  349 Zhongshan Road (E-1), Waitan, Huangpu, Shanghai

Jade Buddha Temple

Founded in 1882, this Buddhist temple is known for its large, ornate jade Buddha sculptures: a sitting Buddha, and a smaller reclining Buddha representing the Buddha's death. Today, there is plenty to see on the premises, including multiple beautiful Buddha statues.

• Web:

  www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/shanghai/jade_temple.htm

• Address:

  170 Anyuan Road, Putuo District, Shanghai

Jin Mao Tower

It’s the view you’re going for: on a clear day, Jin Mao Tower offers incredible 360-degree panoramas across the city. It’s 88 storeys high and located at number 88 — have you guessed that eight is a lucky number for the Chinese? There are offices up to the 50th floor, then the Grand Hyatt hotel from floors 53 to 87. A public observation deck is located on the top floor. Otherwise, forget the lucky numbers and go for a drink at the Grand Hyatt’s Cloud 9 bar, just one storey below.

• Address:

  88 Shiji Boulevard, Lujiazui, Pudong, Shanghai

Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street

Nanjing Road is a busy, 5.5-kilometre pedestrian thoroughfare that serves as Shanghai's primary shopping destination. Stretching from the Bund to Jing'an Temple, its eastern section is a vibrant, all-weather pedestrian arcade. While historic stores remain, the street is now a dynamic mix of international brands, modern shopping malls, and specialty stores. The constant flow of shoppers, street performers, and the sheer energy of the area make a walk along Nanjing Road essential for feeling the metropolitan pulse of the city.

• Address:

  Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street

Oriental Pearl TV Tower

As one of the tallest towers in Asia, Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a distinct landmark of Shanghai. Located opposite The Bund, it is one of the hottest city attractions, as well as an entertainment venue containing dining and shopping spots. There is an observation deck at the 263-metre mark, which offers amazing views of Shanghai.

• Web:

  www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/shanghai/oriental_pearl.htm

• Address:

  1 Shiji Boulevard, Lujiazui, Pudong, Shanghai

People's Square

People's Square forms the beating heart of Shanghai, a sprawling public space that functions as the city's central crossroads. Flanked by major institutions like the Shanghai Museum, the Grand Theatre, and the Municipal Building, the area is a focal point for politics, culture, and commerce. Beyond its grand edifices, it also serves as a major shopping destination and a constant, pulsing hub of urban life.

• Address:

  People's Square, Huangpu, Shanghai