Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport 35 min
Jin Mao Tower (23 min) 88-story, spired skyscraper offering restaurants, offices, a Grand Hyatt hotel & observation deck. Lu Xun Park (15 min) Tree-filled recreational park with a manmade lake & the tomb of Lu Xun, a famous Chinese writer. City God Temple of Shanghai (27 min) In a bustling shopping district, this large, restored temple complex dates back to the 15th century. Shanghai Ocean Aquarium (22 min) Contemporary aquarium with local & exotic marine life & long, glass-enclosed underwater walkways. Suzhou Creek (20 min) Scenic river flowing through the city center offers sweeping views, waterfront parks & eateries. Shanghai Tower (22 min) 632-m. megatall skyscraper with 2 observation decks, plus restaurants, bars, shops & a hotel. Bund Sightseeing Tunnel (23 min) Automated train ride through a tunnel under the Huangpu River, with colorful lights & music. Oriental Pearl TV Tower (23 min) Futuristic TV tower (468-meters tall) offering city vistas, a history museum & revolving restaurant. Shanghai Museum (26 min) Huge, free museum with extensive displays including bronze & jade artifacts, sculptures & paintings. Shanghai World Financial Center (24 min) One of the world's tallest skyscrapers, with 101 floors, an elevated hotel, views, shops & eateries. Jade Buddha Temple (27 min) Active Buddhist temple known for its large, ornate jade Buddha sculptures. Yu Garden (26 min) 5-acre garden built in 1577 that features Ming dynasty pavilions, ponds, rockeries & arched bridges. The Bund (24 min) Historic, 1,500-meter-long waterside promenade showcasing distinctive modern & colonial buildings. People's Square (25 min) Urban meeting place convenient to city landmarks with a busy square & shaded garden areas. Tianzifang (28 min) This former French Concession area with narrow alleys is known for its quaint shops, cafes & bars. |