Discover Shanghai

Today in Shanghai

What's good right now

A living snapshot of the city — weather, this week's picks and neighborhoods worth your afternoon. See today →

Weather and the day

Typical conditions and what to wear for a day out.

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This week's events

Recurring markets, live music and what's on locally.

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Neighborhood to explore

A different corner of the city worth your afternoon.

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First-time visitor guide

Everything to know before your first trip to Shanghai.

Best time to visit

Season by season — weather, crowds and costs.

Weekend itinerary

A relaxed two-day plan you can actually follow.

Moving to Shanghai

A practical relocation guide for new residents.

Where to go

Popular neighborhoods All neighborhoods →

The Bund

A colonial waterfront promenade facing Pudong's futuristic skyline.

Pudong

Shanghai's dazzling skyscraper district across the river.

Xintiandi

Restored lane houses turned upscale bars and boutiques.

French Concession

Tree-lined streets of colonial villas and hidden cafes.

Yu Garden

A classical Chinese garden surrounded by a historic bazaar.

Jing'an

A modern shopping and temple district in the city center.

Get out there

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Iconic landmarks

The sights worth building a day around.

Outdoors and nature

Parks, trails and open-air escapes near the city.

Arts and culture

Museums, galleries and live performance.

Hidden gems

The local-favorite spots most visitors miss.

Eat well

Where to eat All restaurants →

Local classics

The dishes and spots that define Shanghai.

Fine dining

Special-occasion tables worth booking ahead.

Casual and family

Relaxed, welcoming and easy on the wallet.

Late night

Where to go when the evening runs long.

For residents

Local services See all →

Living here, not just visiting? Trusted help for the everyday — home services, healthcare, real estate and more.

Home services

Plumbers, electricians, movers and cleaners.

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Healthcare

Clinics, dentists, pharmacies and urgent care.

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Real estate

Renting and buying, neighborhood by neighborhood.