first visit

Shanghai essentials: old city to the Bund

Estimated duration
Full day
Estimated walking
6 km
Estimated budget
CNY 120-300
  1. Start around Yu Garden

    豫园

    Use the official attraction channel to check current admission and opening arrangements. The surrounding old-city streets are busy, so keep valuables close and separate garden entry from the open commercial area.

  2. Continue toward the Bund

    外滩

    Walk or take a short metro ride north toward the waterfront. The Bund promenade is public; allow extra time for security or crowd controls during holidays.

  3. Cross to People's Square

    人民广场

    Return inland by metro or on foot. If you plan to enter Shanghai Museum, carry valid identification and check the museum's current entry notice before setting out.