Itineraries
Shanghai itineraries for 2026 — 1-day, 3-day, 5-day, family & food tour routes. Each plan includes timing, transport, and meal recommendations.
Not sure how to plan your Shanghai trip? Pick an itinerary based on your available time and interests. We have routes for quick 1-day visits, packed 3-day explorations, themed food crawls, family-friendly day trips, and evening skyline tours. Each plan includes timing, transport between stops, and meal recommendations for 2026.
Where to Stay in Shanghai: Best Areas for Tourists by Trip Style
Shanghai hotel guide: People's Square, Nanjing Road, The Bund, French Concession, Pudong. Which area fits first-timers, families, and nightlife. March 2026.
3 Days in Shanghai: Sights, Food & Where to Sleep Guide
3-day Shanghai itinerary: Bund, Yu Garden, French Concession, Haidilao, lamb skewers. Things to do in Shanghai over three days—plan and budget.
One Day Shanghai: Bund, Yu Garden, Nanjing Road & Lujiazui
One-day Shanghai itinerary: the must-see Bund, Yu Garden, Nanjing Road, and Lujiazui. Things to do in Shanghai in 24 hours—route, timing, transport, and budget.
48 Hours in Shanghai: Weekend Route & Top Highlights
48-hour Shanghai itinerary: Bund at night, French Concession, xiaolongbao, skyline. Shanghai travel tips for a weekend—timing, visa, payment, and route.
Shanghai Disneyland in One Day: Strategy & Must-Do Rides
Shanghai Disneyland day trip: TRON, Zootopia, routing, Premier Access, fireworks. Maximize rides and avoid long waits. Things to do in Shanghai for families.
Shanghai City Walk: French Concession, Wukang & Xintiandi
Things to do in Shanghai on foot: French Concession city walk—Wukang Road, Anfu Road, Xintiandi. Best places for cafes, photos, and a half-day route. When to go.
Shanghai with Kids: Natural History Museum & Century Park
Things to do in Shanghai with kids: Natural History Museum, Century Park. Family-friendly itinerary—dinosaurs, bikes, boats. Stroller-friendly. When to go.
Shanghai Food Crawl: Xiaolongbao to Hot Pot in One Day
Shanghai food guide for one day: shengjian bao, xiaolongbao, Haidilao, lamb skewers. Best restaurants and must-try food—reservations, route, and budget.
Shanghai at Night: Bund, Lujiazui & River Cruise Guide
Things to do in Shanghai at night: Bund, Lujiazui observatory, Huangpu cruise. Best spots and timing for Shanghai night views and photos. When to go.
Pudong Skyline: Shanghai Tower & Lujiazui in Half a Day
Things to do in Shanghai: Pudong skyline in half a day. Shanghai Tower 118th floor, Lujiazui skywalk, Binjiang Avenue, ferry to The Bund. Route and timing tips.
Shanghai Shopping Itinerary: Nanjing Road, Huaihai & Tax-Free
One-day Shanghai shopping itinerary: Nanjing Road, Huaihai Road, Xintiandi, RT-Mart. Best places to shop, tax refund, and payment tips. When to go.
Zhujiajiao Water Town: Day Trip from Shanghai by Metro
Day trip from Shanghai to Zhujiajiao: canal town one hour by metro. Stone bridges, boat rides, Kezhi Garden, snacks. Things to do and how to get there.