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Global City Guidebook: Shanghai

by aoife.oriordan

Jul 24, 2024

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Global City Guidebook 2024

The third-largest city in the world, Shanghai has transformed into one of the world’s most important centers for business, finance, science, culture and transportation. In fact, Shanghai is home to the first free trade zone in Mainland China. The city sits on the southern estuary of the Yangtze River, and the Huangpu River flows right through the 26-million-strong city. Art Deco- and Shikumen-style buildings, museums, skyscrapers, gardens, temples and food markets fill the lively, Eastern Chinese city.

GETTING THERE & AROUND
The main international airport serving Shanghai, Shanghai Pudong International Airport lies about 20 miles east of city center. The airport serves many major international airlines across North America and Europe. Accessible via highway, train and metro, the airport offers various ways to reach city center. The Maglev train links the airport to Longyang Metro Station where transfers to lines 2, 7, 16 and 18 are available. These trains operate every 15 minutes, and all cars come with space and racks for luggage. Shanghai Metro Line 2 connects the airport to Longyang Road, People’s Square and Lujiazui. Within the city, an extensive public transportation network of metros, ferries, buses and taxis is available, all accessible via a Shanghai Public Transport Card.

LODGING
Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai

This 5-star hotel in a high rise boasts rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows. Guests have access to an elegant restaurant, Spanish eatery, bar and salsa bar, as well as a spa and indoor pool.
Lujiazui Ring Road 1288, Pudong, Shanghai, PRC,
tel 86 21 3867 8888

Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
Located near various attractions, guestrooms and suites offer Huangpu River or city views. Three restaurants, two lounges, a bar, café, spa and indoor pool invite guests to relax and indulge.
Pudong Road 111, Pudong, Shanghai, PRC,
tel 86 21 2082 9888

Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Situated on the historic Bund waterfront, this luxury hotel offers city or river views in plush and opulent rooms and suites. A culinary haven of three restaurants, two lounges and a bar, the hotel also features a spa and indoor pool.
Zhongshan Dong Yi Road 2, Huang Pu, Shanghai, PRC, tel
86 21 6322 9988

DINING
Fu 1088
Serving authentic Shanghainese dishes, this 1-Michelin-starred restaurant makes river shrimp to order and an especially tasty smoked mackerel belly in a subtly sweet glaze.
Zhenning Road 375, Chang Ning Qu, PRC,
tel 86 21 5239 7878

M on the Bund
This seventh-floor restaurant in the Nissin Shipping Building overlooks the river and specializes in Middle Eastern and European flavors and techniques.
Guangdong Road 20, Waitan, Huang Pu,
Shanghai, PRC, tel 86 21 6350 9988

Hakkasan
Indulge in flavorful and decadent Cantonese cuisine within a modern and sleek atmosphere. Hakkasan serves lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
Zhongshan Dong Yi Road 18, Huang Pu,
Shanghai, PRC, tel 86 21 6321 5888

ATTRACTIONS
Nanjing Lu
This street is one of the world’s busiest shopping streets, stretching more than 3 miles. Department stores, traditional eateries, European-style restaurants and cafés abound, along with an outdoor market.
Nan Jing Lu Bu Xing Jie, Huang Pu, Shanghai, People’s Republic of China

Shanghai Museum
Displaying ancient Chinese art, Shanghai Museum boasts a massive collection of rare cultural pieces across 11 galleries and three temporary exhibition halls.
Renmin Ave. 201, People’s Square, Huang Pu,
Shanghai, PRC, tel 86 21 6372 3500

Yu Garden

Situated next to City God Temple, this extensive Chinese garden was created in 1577 and spans 5 acres of gardens, a pond, teahouse, bridges, pavilions and the 11-foot-tall Exquisite Jade Rock.
Yu Yuan Lao Jie 279, Huang Pu, Shanghai, PRC,
tel 86 21 6326 0830

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