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Shanghai Museum

Shanghai Museum

4.6
/5
9427 reviews
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8.2
Free
Based on 4,866 reviews
Based on 4,866 reviews
The Shanghai Museum, located in the bustling heart of Shanghai, is a large, comprehensive museum. It houses a vast collection of precious historical artifacts and works of art, ranging from ancient bronzes to modern paintings and calligraphy. The museum not only showcases the profound depth of Chinese culture but also reflects the historical evolution of Shanghai.
People's Square Area /Shanghai
296m from downtown Shanghai
Shanghai Natural History Museum

Shanghai Natural History Museum

4.8
/5
9093 reviews
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6.9
Based on 413 reviews
Based on 413 reviews
The Shanghai Natural History Museum has many exhibits, primarily the dinosaur exhibition. It covers the history of dinosaurs and dinosaur fossils from various regions. Dinosaur fossils from various historical periods offer a wealth of information. There are also other animal and plant exhibits, which I highly recommend visiting.
Jing'an District/West Nanjing Road /Shanghai
1.2 km from downtown Shanghai
Shanghai Auto Museum

Shanghai Auto Museum

4.7
/5
6041 reviews
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6.4
From €6.67
Based on 64 reviews
Based on 64 reviews
Highly recommended this place. It is a large collection of unique car.
Jiading Xincheng /Shanghai
29.3 km from downtown Shanghai
Shanghai Museum East

Shanghai Museum East

4.8
/5
159 reviews
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6.1
Free
An excellent museum. It's large, with modern facilities, and the low-reflective glass used in the display cases makes it easy to take clear photos even with a mobile phone. The artifacts in each exhibition hall, as well as the digital exhibition hall, are very beautiful; the cultural and creative shops offer a wide variety of exquisite products; the special exhibitions in the China Eastern Airlines and Guangming exhibition halls are particularly精彩纷呈 (splendid and diverse); and the unique policy of being open on Mondays and closed on Tuesdays is very convenient.
Pudong New International Expo Center/World Expo Area /Shanghai
6.3 km from downtown Shanghai
Shanghai Film Museum

Shanghai Film Museum

4.7
/5
2935 reviews
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5.8
From €7.28
Based on 27 reviews
Based on 27 reviews
You can learn about the history of Chinese film development. There are many precious images and line drawings of the older generation of filmmakers. It is worth going to see. There were not many people during the National Day holiday. The facilities in the exhibition hall are relatively thin compared to many museums in Shanghai. I hope it can be updated.
Xujiahui District /Shanghai
5.9 km from downtown Shanghai
Shanghai Museum of Glass

Shanghai Museum of Glass

4.4
/5
1917 reviews
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5.4
From €7.28
Based on 38 reviews
Based on 38 reviews
I've been to the Glass Museum several times, and each time I've noticed its progress, which is fantastic. This time, I took my kids to see the exhibition. The exhibition was well-organized, with interactive displays that blended science with art, ensuring both adults and children would have a great time. This time, I discovered several new glass DIY projects. I tried hot-blowing, and the master technicians supervised me one-on-one, ensuring safety and patient instruction. The kids had a blast. The lampwork techniques also made me eager to try them, but the procedures are quite complex and delicate, making them less child-friendly. I'll try them myself next time. The maze was also fun, and even adults found it fascinating and engaging. The DIY projects are a bit pricey, so I decided to just spend the money and experience it.
Baosteel Industrial Park /Shanghai
12.7 km from downtown Shanghai
World Expo Museum

World Expo Museum

4.7
/5
648 reviews
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5.2
Free
Shanghai Exhibitions | The free Ancient Greece exhibition ends on the 26th of this month! Don't miss it if you have two days left! This exhibition is jointly presented by the Shanghai World Expo Museum, the Ministry of Culture of the Hellenic Republic, the Hunan Museum, the Nanjing Museum, and the Capital Museum. It features 270 rare exhibits from 14 Greek cultural institutions, including gold, bronze, pottery, sculpture, and more. The exhibition will present a panoramic view of ancient Greek civilization through archaeological evidence. It's like embarking on a time-traveling exploration of ancient Greece, a journey through millennia of art. Don't miss it!
Dapuqiao Area /Shanghai
4.1 km from downtown Shanghai
Shanghai Postal Museum

Shanghai Postal Museum

4.7
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770 reviews
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5.1
Free
Based on 52 reviews
Based on 52 reviews
Built in 1924, the Shanghai General Post Office building boasts a magnificent granite facade, a stained-glass dome, and a clock tower. Its precious postal collections range from Qin Dynasty clay seals to modern postal items, including the world's first postage stamp, the "Penny Black," and China's first set of stamps, the "Large Dragon Stamps." The rooftop garden, the best viewing platform, offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Suzhou Creek and the Lujiazui skyline, making it an excellent spot for photographing the Bund and Pudong. The museum is free to the public and currently does not require reservations. This is remarkably convenient compared to other places on the Bund, where advance booking is often essential and tickets are frequently sold out. The Shanghai Postal Museum is not only a window into the century-long history of China's postal service but also a place where you can simultaneously appreciate the beauty of architectural art and the charm of the city.
The North Bund Area /Shanghai
1.9 km from downtown Shanghai
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