Shanghai Travel Guide
China
Shanghai is a major Chinese city with a population of 29,210,808, on the country’s eastern coast. It is one of China’s largest urban centres and an important base for travel in the region.
Most visitors arrive by air through Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). There are no notable beaches within 40 kilometres of the city, so a beach visit is not a central part of a short Shanghai stay.
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Pays in CNY
Plug type Type A & Type C & Type I (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 112
Dial code +86
Tipping: Tipping is not a widespread practice in China, especially in mainland China. However, there are some exceptions, particularly in tourist-oriented services within larger cities.
Best time to visit Shanghai
Jan
10°5Feb
10°10Mar
17°8Apr
22°10May
26°10Jun
28°18Jul
33°17Aug
34°11Sep
30°17Oct
24°8Nov
18°6Dec
12°3Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Shanghai
上海環球金融中心
historic site
2.9 km
东方明珠塔 | Oriental Pearl Tower
monument
2.4 km
上海博物馆 | Shanghai Museum
art museum
0.3 km
Jade Buddha Temple
buddhist place of worship
3.5 km
静安寺
buddhist place of worship
3.1 km
City God Temple of Shanghai
historic site
1.4 km
魯迅公園
park
4.6 km
Getting there
Shanghai Pudong International Airport · 32.2 km
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport · 13.8 km
Frequently asked Questions
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