Shanghai Holidays
ChinaOnce a bastion of Western influence in the 19th and 20th century Orient, Shanghai has remained on the cutting edge of Chinese politics, commerce, and culture. And, now, tourism. The Bund , Shanghai’s riverside walk (and textbook example of good urban planning) along old colonial Art Deco, Romanesque Revival, and …
How to get to Shanghai
Here's what you need to know about getting to Shanghai. You can see the cheapest month to fly and a snapshot of flight prices for the following month. Also, don't forget to factor in your travelling time - the typical flight from London Heathrow to Shanghai takes 12 hours, 5 minutes.
When to go to Shanghai
Typical Holiday Price
£887 per person
The average price of hotels and apartments in Shanghai varies according to the time of year. To help you plan when to go, we've looked at the hotels available on our site, then worked out the average price per night for the quietest and the busiest months.
Cheapest Month to Visit
April
Based on a typical 1 week holiday - adding together the cost of flights and accommodation - April is the cheapest month to go to Shanghai.
Where to stay in Shanghai
Whatever your travelling style, we can help find you the perfect place to stay. From luxurious hotels to practical apartments, these are our most popular places in Shanghai, according to other travellers.
Things to see and do in Shanghai
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The Bund (外滩)
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Yu Yuan Gardens (豫园)
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NanJing Road (南京路)
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Oriental Pearl TV Tower
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Xintiandi (新天地)
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Tianzifang
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French Concession (上海法租界)
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People's Square (人民广场)
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Shanghai Museum
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Shanghai World Financial Center (上海环球金融中心)
Shanghai can offer something to everyone. Modern cosmopolitan city with lots of historical parts . International cuisine, vibrant art scene.. you name it!
Loved everything about Shanghai. Very nice scenery at night and The Bund is a must to see.
Shanghai makes for a great introduction to mainland China. Although it can still be overwhelming, it's easier to get around more western Shanghai -- while still absorbing so much Chinese culture and history -- than in other parts of the country. Make sure you see the French Concession area, and enjoy some xiao long bao!
I've been to Shanghai four times, for thee-day weekends when I lived in Beijing. I went there to visit Disneyland, and loved staying at a hotel called the Home Inn (Kangqiao Xiuyan Road Metro Station) 如家快捷酒店（上海康桥秀沿路地铁站店）（原秀沿路工业园区店） because it was affordable, close to the park, and lets foreigners stay there.