[2025 Shanghai Attraction] Travel Guide for Sinan Mansions (Updated Aug)

Shanghai's true essence is hidden in its free attractions! I personally tested this 3-day City Walk route to experience happiness without spending money Three-day City Walk locations and routes, recommended to visit before leaving: 1️⃣ Postal Museum (P1, 2) 2️⃣ Wukang Building (P3, 4) 3️⃣ Jing'an Temple (P5, 6) 4️⃣ Somekh Building (P7) 5️⃣ Rockbund (P8, 9) 6️⃣ Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, The Bund (P10, 11) 7️⃣ Mahler Villa (P12) 8️⃣ Zhang Garden (P13, 14) 9️⃣ Sinan Mansions area (P15, 16, 17) 🚶‍♀️Routes Sinan Mansions➡️Wukang Road➡️Jing'an Temple➡️Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street➡️The Bund Mahler Villa➡️Zhang Garden➡️Postal Museum➡️Rockbund➡️Somekh Building, you can adjust the City Walk route as you prefer 👗Outfit Shanghai is perfect for old money style and vintage Republican-era fashion, though modern stylish outfits also work well. Wear whatever looks good! The charm of Shanghai is that even free strolls can lead to movie-worthy scenes! The aroma of fresh bread and coffee is the most authentic taste of this city~ ☕️

Morning: Waibaidu Bridge - Yuanmingyuan Road - Dongping Road 9:30 - 10:00 Waibaidu Bridge & Yuanmingyuan Road - Starting point: Waibaidu Bridge (about 10 minutes’ walk from Nanjing East Road Station on Metro Line 10). - Highlights: There are few people at Waibaidu Bridge in the early morning, which is a good place to take some retro photos of the river and the bridge. Afterwards, walk to the nearby Yuanmingyuan Road (about 500 meters). This small street is quieter than the main road of the Bund. Along the way are old British and French buildings, and there is a great atmosphere under the plane trees. - Photo suggestion: Wear a light-colored skirt or a retro-style jacket and take a group of artistic photos on Yuanmingyuan Road. 10:30 - 12:00 Dongping Road & Coffee Time - Directions: Take a taxi or Metro Line 10 from Yuanmingyuan Road to Xintiandi Station, then walk to Dongping Road (about 3 km, about 15 minutes by taxi). - Highlights: Dongping Road is a hidden gem street in Shanghai. The old houses shaded by plane trees are quiet and elegant, making it a great place for strolling and taking photos. There are many niche coffee shops and flower shops on the roadside. 12:00 - 13:00 Lunch - Recommended location: La Petanque near Dongping Road (No. 5 Dongping Road): a small French restaurant with a romantic atmosphere, suitable for girls. - Menu suggestion: French risotto or seafood pasta, with a small dessert (such as crème brûlée). Afternoon: Sinan Road - Fuxing Middle Road - Dessert Time 13:30 - 15:00 Stroll along Sinan Road - Directions: Walk from Dongping Road to Sinan Road (about 1 km, 15-20 minutes). - Highlights: Sinan Road is where old houses gather in Shanghai. It is quieter than Tianzifang and more low-key than Huaihai Road. There is Sinan Mansion on the roadside (you can visit the courtyard for free), and the Shikumen buildings and sycamore trees form a retro picture. - Experience: Wear gentle-colored clothes and take a group of "Shanghai Lady" style photos at the entrance of the alley or in front of the iron gate. 15:30 - 17:00 Fuxing Middle Road & Dessert Station - Directions: Go west along Fuxing Middle Road from Sinan Road (about 1.5 km, about 25 minutes’ walk). - Highlights: Fuxing Middle Road has wide sycamore trees and hidden old buildings. Along the way, you will pass by Sun Yat-sen’s former residence (optional visit). This road is sparsely populated and has beautiful scenery, making it a great place to take photos while walking. - Dessert recommendations: - Farine Bakery (No. 621, Fuxing Middle Road, near Wukang Road): a French bakery. Buy a macaron or croissant, sit on a bench by the roadside to rest, and take some girlish photos. Evening: Wukang Road - Wukang Building 17:30 - 18:30 Wukang Road & Wukang Building - Directions: Walk from Fuxing Middle Road to Wukang Road (about 800 meters, 15 minutes). - Highlights: Wukang Road is one of the most beautiful streets in Shanghai, with old houses and art shops hidden under the plane trees. At the end of the road is the Wukang Building. The boat-shaped building looks romantic and retro under the sunset, and is suitable for taking silhouette photos or photos leaning against the railing. - recommend: - The Barn (No. 374 Wukang Road): A small coffee shop, order a smoothie or sparkling water and sit on the terrace to enjoy the street view. - Tips: The light in the evening is soft, and taking photos in a long skirt or windbreaker will feel especially good. 18:30 - 19:30 Dinner or dessert - Recommended Location: - Bao House (378 Wukang Road): A cute little shop that serves creative steamed buns (like matcha buns) and desserts, perfect for a light dinner. - or Ladurée (No. 303, Wukang Road): French dessert shop, order a macaron or mini cake to end the day perfectly.

📝​Today's itinerary: Glass Museum - Tianzifang - Sinan Road - Sinan Mansion - Sinan Bookstore - First Memorial Hall - Xintiandi ​ ​I have been to the Glass Museum in Zibo, which is large in scale but not sophisticated enough. The one in Shanghai is really highbrow, delicate, magnificent, exquisite and full of spirituality. The Shanghai Colored Glass Museum is a private museum designed and founded by Taiwanese artists Yang Huishan and her husband Zhang Yi, two legendary figures. Yang Huishan is a Golden Horse Award winner and Zhang Yi is a director. Colored glass is the crystallization and sublimation of their love. The third floor of the exhibition hall is mainly Yang Huishan's works, with the theme of "No form and no form": full of the brilliance of Buddha nature and the thinking of life philosophy The root of Buddha's existence is human troubles, the uneasiness about the impermanence of life The Diamond Sutra says: "All conditioned things are like dreams and bubbles" The vain and fleeting moments of life are like small bubbles in the universe Yang Huishan imagines the compassion of Buddha, and visualizes the wisdom of liberation from hardship and anxiety Let her heart be peaceful and quiet In the seemingly transparent and non-transparent four-sided space Suddenly realize the freedom of "neither existence nor emptiness"

#100 Ways to Travel Shanghai is very suitable for self-guided tours. I bought a plane ticket on trip.com and followed the flowers to "Sinan Road" 🌺 📍 Sinan Bookstore Poetry Store⛪️ In the play, the Orthodox Catholic Church that Abao always liked to go to when he was a child (No. 16 Gaolan Road) has now been converted into the Sinan Bookstore Poetry Store. The design inside is breathtaking, but unfortunately it was booked by the French that day, so we can only visit it another day. 📍Sinan Bookstore📕 It is a three-story classical house with a garden terrace on each floor. The furnishings inside are in the style of old Shanghai. There are many rare books collected here, as well as Chinese and foreign literature. You can feel the strong feelings of old Shanghai in the bookstore. 📍"Antique Garden" Cafe☕️ In the drama "Flowers", Section Chief Jin gave her most important stamp album in her life to Miss Wang to start a business. The photo was taken in the corner of the second floor of this cafe. A garden cafe full of historical charm. 📍Sinan Mansion🌺 This is the place on Sinan Road where you can best feel the historical heritage. There is a whole row of red buildings, and each building has its own historical story. There are many former residences of celebrities here, such as "Sun Yat-sen's Former Residence" and "Song Qingling's Former Residence", which can be planned as part of your itinerary. Sinan Road records the alley style of the 1930s. There are independent garden houses, townhouses, modern apartment-style houses, etc. on both sides. It gathers many former residences of celebrities and records the century-old culture of modern residential architecture in Shanghai. Spend an afternoon strolling along Sinan Road to experience the elegance of old Shanghai. ##Shanghai Free Travel #Sinan Mansion #Old Shanghai Style #Shanghai Travel #citywalk

In the Huangpu area of Shanghai, you’ll find a complex called Sinan Mansions which contains a number of different types of businesses. The complex has been remodelled and has a European feel to it containing bars, restaurants, shopping outlets and artistic related outlets such as book stores and museums. It is free to enter and would be a nice place to spend the day taking some pictures or having a nice break #shanghai #mytripvlog #urbanexplorer

Sinan Road and Sinan Mansion in Shanghai must be very popular areas. The romantic sycamore trees in European-style buildings and the combination of Chinese and Western styles make this place particularly romantic💕 There are many Western restaurants, exhibitions and Sinan Coffee in Sinan Mansion. Friends can go there for a stroll on weekends. It's very comfortable.

Another of Shanghai’s special coffee shops is this Starbucks located in Sinan Mansions, Xintiandi area. Sinan Mansions are a remodeled houses complex dating from the French concession in Shanghai. Sinan Mansions are considered part of city’s cultural heritage, and now is a beautiful complex with shops, restaurants, bars and resting areas. Building is beautiful during the day and night. Ambiance is calm, perfect place for working or just relaxing. This cafe has also a second floor with a gorgeous view (during the day), where you can admire the Sinan Mansions complex while you sip your coffee. Even for a moment, you get your mood easily changed. Place was empty by 9pm, but remains open if you’re suddenly craving for a coffee or a ice soft drink while you enjoy Sinan Masions area. Always remember, there’s no feeling or bad day that can be overcomed by a nice coffe based drink, and a super cute cake. 📍 Sinan Road No.50, Huangpu #coffeeshop #coffee #coffeelover #coffeehouse #coffee_origin #europeanarchitecture #oldarchitecture #oldshanghai #oldshanghaistyle #shanghaistyle #shanghai #cityscape #criskotsu #citylife #weekendrecommendations #starbucks #starbucksroastery #café#summervacation#urbanexplorer

It is quite an accidental discovery of this coffee shop around Sinan mansions that we got attracted by the flowers and little bonsai plants🌾, where we get to see miniature version of all huge trees and plants. Going inside the place, we found they have a coffee shop there; and without any second thought we grabbed one that come with this cute little cup 🍵 a perfectly whipped cream of milk latte. It is quite funny about these newly emerging cafes, that it is perplexing whether we are paying for the coffee or for the ambience😅. It was quite a soothing time in there. Also a good way to stroll around the city to find your best. #coffeeshop #urbanexplorer #summerdays#urbanexplorer#tripfoodie

In the last few nights in Shanghai, I chose the old house in the garden near the Sinan Mansion the old house in the alley. It has a taste, and the small space is built into a duplex Shanghai style. The boss named the hotel. Sea Flower does have a sense of charm in the small garden outside the window. It is very pleasant Location: Close to Sun Yat-sens former residence of Yuan Shikai, and you can walk to Xintiandi and Huaihai Middle Road. Hh/ Recommendation: Shanghai's rare detached loft old house, LOFT duplex structure, own small landscape garden

📍After arriving in Shanghai, you can take the subway/taxi to your pre-booked hotel. Staying near Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street (40 minutes by subway from Hongqiao Airport) offers convenient access to major attractions~ 🔸Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street Opening Hours: Open 24/7 Transport: Metro Line 2/10 Description: A famous commercial street and one of Shanghai's iconic landmarks. Flanked by shopping malls, restaurants, and cafés... The Peace Hotel sits at the street entrance, just minutes away from the Bund on foot. 🔸The Bund Opening Hours: Open 24/7 Transport: Metro Line 2/10 Description: Stretching 1.5 km from Yan'an East Road in the south to Waibaidu Bridge over Suzhou Creek in the north, the Bund faces Huangpu River to the east and historic financial and trading institutions to the west. More than just a waterfront, it's a cultural heritage district. The night view is stunning, featuring illuminated architectural displays (May-Sept: 19:00-23:00; Oct-Apr: 18:00-22:00—check official accounts). Boat tours are available. 🔸Oriental Pearl Tower Opening Hours: 8:00-21:30 Transport: Metro Line 2 Description: Opposite the Bund, this iconic landmark offers 360° panoramic views of Shanghai. (Avoid rainy/foggy days—visibility is poor, and you'll only see gift shops and outdated arcades.) Ticket: ¥199 🔸Lujiazui "Three Pieces" Ticket: Free Opening Hours: Open 24/7 Transport: Metro Line 2 Description: The trio includes the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai International Convention Center, and Shanghai World Financial Center. Perfect spot for viral upward-angle photos! 🔸Disneyland ❶Leave luggage at the hotel to avoid paid lockers. ❷Wear comfy shoes—expect 20,000+ steps daily. ❸Out-of-town visitors or early birds should stay at nearby hotels. Bundled tickets + shuttle service save money. ❹Visit Disney Town the night before—World Store sells merch without park entry. Buy ears/hats early to save shopping time. ❺Download "Shanghai Disney" APP for ride wait times, shows, dining, and booking priority passes. ❻Take Metro Line 11 to Disney Station (Exit 1/4), then walk 5-10 mins. ❼Watch fireworks at Fantasy Garden gate—best views with castle reflections on water. ❽Arrive 20-30 mins early for parades starting at Red Carpet Gate near Toy Story Land. ❾Meet Linabell at Tribal Table (9:00-12:00) or catch her parade at 15:45. Our 3-day trip covered the Pedestrian Street, Bund, Oriental Pearl, Lujiazui, Disney, and Madame Tussauds. Stayed at The PuLi Hotel—excellent service and location. 📍Accommodation Guide Bund: High-floor hotels for nightscape lovers to soak in city lights. Nanjing Road: Central hub with walkable attractions (book early for holidays). Yuyuan Road: Budget-friendly with indie shops and great transport. Jing'an Temple: Colonial-style villas for ambiance seekers. 📍Transport Guide Flights: Pudong/Hongqiao Airports (Hongqiao is closer to downtown). Trains: Shanghai Station, South Station, West Station, Hongqiao Station. Metro: ¥3-9, 5:30-22:30. Get a transit QR code for metro/buses. Bus: ¥3 (caution for unfamiliar/long routes). Taxi: Flag fall ¥16 + ¥2.7/km after 3km. Ride-hailing: Transparent pricing.

✅ Stay worry-free ✅ Eat joyfully ✅ Capture stunning photos ✅ Spend wisely **Budget controlled under ¥2,800**, perfect for students, young couples, and first-time solo travelers—maximizing value while exploring the magic of Shanghai effortlessly! 📍 **Destination**: Shanghai, China 📅 Duration: 5 days & 4 nights (recommended weekday trips to avoid weekend price surges) 🎯 Theme: City strolls + artsy check-ins + food adventures + iconic nightscapes 💰 Total budget: **~¥2,750** (with ¥50 emergency reserve) --- 🚆 **1. Transportation (~¥600)** Round-trip travel (e.g., from nearby cities like Suzhou/Hangzhou/Nanjing): - High-speed rail (2nd class): ¥100–150/one way - Round-trip × 2 = **¥300** (book early for discounts) Local transport: - Metro/bus (scan QR codes): ¥25/day × 5 = **¥125** - Bike-sharing/walking + occasional taxis: **¥75** ✅ **Subtotal: ¥500** 💡 *Tips*: - Use "Suishenxing" APP or WeChat "Ride Code" for seamless scans - Tourists can opt for the "Shanghai Travel Card" (optional) --- 🏨 **2. Accommodation (~¥800)** - Recommended areas: **People’s Square / Hongqiao / North Sichuan Road / Xujiahui** (metro-friendly, safe, convenient) - Options: **Hostel beds or budget hotel twin-sharing** | Option | Price/Night | Highlights | |--------|------------|------------| | Hostels (e.g., YHA, Blossom Hill) | ¥120 | Private bath, laundry, social spaces | | Budget chains (e.g., Hanting, Home Inn) twin-share | ¥200 → ¥100/person | Quieter & private | ✅ Hostel total: ¥160/night × 4 = **¥640** (some include breakfast) + ¥160 buffer → **Total: ¥800** --- ️ **3. Food (~¥900)** **Daily cap: ¥180/person**—enjoy local flavors without breaking the bank! 🍜 Daily meal plan: | Meal | Recommendations | Cost | |------|-----------------|------| | Breakfast | Hotel breakfast or *shengjianbao* + soy milk | ¥15 | | Lunch | Trendy canteens/Shanghai noodles/fast chains | ¥35 | | Dinner | Specialty restaurants/mall food | ¥60 | | Snacks & drinks | Bubble tea, coffee, desserts | ¥30 | | Flex fund | Hotpot/friend gatherings | ¥200 | ✅ **Total: ~¥900** 🔥 **Must-eat list** (affordable yet iconic): - Yang’s Fried Dumplings (pork *shengjian*) - A Bao Noodle (scallion oil noodles + spicy pork noodles) - Lao Zheng Xing / Lübolang (classic Shanghainese) - Guangming Cun (fresh mooncakes, braised duck) - Jia Jia Soup Dumplings (juicy xiaolongbao) - International Hotel Butterfly Pastry (top souvenir!) - MUJI Diner / Food Republic (great value) --- 🎡 **4. Attractions & Entertainment (~¥450)** Curated high-value experiences—no wasted money! | Attraction | Cost | Highlights | |------------|------|------------| | Shanghai Museum | Free | Book ahead (closed Mondays!) | | The Bund + Nanjing Road | Free | Iconic skyline, epic night views | | Yu Garden + City God Temple | ¥40 | Classic gardens, photogenic | | Shanghai Tower (SIFC observatory) | ¥120 | Panoramic city views | | Huangpu River Sunset Cruise | ¥80 | 50-min, best value | | Wukang Building + Anfu Road | Free | Hipster photo ops | | Xujiahui Cathedral | Free | Century-old architecture | | Transport top-up | ¥110 | 3 short taxis + metro | ✅ **Subtotal: ~¥450** 📌 *Tips*: - Book Shanghai Museum 3 days prior (WeChat official account) - Opt for sunset cruise to catch both dusk + night lights --- 🛍️ **5. Shopping & Emergency (~¥100)** - Souvenirs: - International Hotel Butterfly Pastry: ¥22/box (shippable) - Shen Dacheng *qingtuan* or *tiaotougao*: ¥15/serving - Manner Coffee drip bags: ¥30/box - Emergency fund: ¥30 ✅ **Total: ¥100** --- ✅ **Final Budget Breakdown** | Category | Cost | |----------|------| | Transport | ¥500 | | Accommodation | ¥800 | | Food | ¥900 | | Attractions | ¥450 | | Shopping | ¥100 | | **TOTAL** | **¥2,750** | 🎉 **Under ¥2,800**—with great food, comfy stays, and Insta-worthy moments! --- 📅 **5D4N Itinerary (Comfort Edition)** **Day 1: Arrival + The Bund First Glow** - Afternoon: Check in at hotel/hostel - Evening: Nanjing Road stroll → Bund night views (lights on at 7:30 PM) - Dinner: Lao Ban Zhai or Da Hu Chun *shengjian* 📷 Photo spots: Bund platform, Peace Hotel, Customs Building clock **Day 2: Artsy Shanghai** - Morning: Wukang Building → Brunch at nearby café - Lunch: Anfu Road (e.g., O’mills Bakery) - Afternoon: Hengshan Road villas → Xujiahui Cathedral - Evening: Xujiahui dinner + Light show at Metro City **Day 3: Culture Dive** - Morning: Shanghai Museum (booked) - Lunch: Local noodles near People’s Square - Afternoon: Yu Garden + City God Temple - Evening: Huangpu River cruise (sunset + night views) **Day 4: Creative Districts** - Morning: Tianzifang (photos + indie shops) - Lunch: Xintiandi Shikumen restaurants - Afternoon: Site of the 1st CPC Congress + Sinan Mansions - Evening: Jing’an Temple nightscape + Apple Store + bar (optional) **Day 5: Souvenirs + Departure** - Morning: International Hotel pastries → Museum gift shop - Lunch: MUJI Diner or Shen Dacheng *qingtuan* - Afternoon: Head home with memories! --- 🌟 **Blogger’s Pro Tips**: 1. **Best Bund photos**: Before 7 AM (crowd-free) or 7:30–8:30 PM (peak lights) 2. **Wukang Building angles**: Starbucks 2nd-floor balcony / post office opposite 3. **Savings hack**: Free water dispensers in mall restrooms—bring a bottle! 4. **Safety**: Pick highly rated hostels; lock valuables 5. **Weather**: Rain-ready—umbrella + comfy shoes! --- 🎁 **Bonus!** 👉 Comment "PDF please" for: ✅ Printable itinerary ✅ Food map (with pins) ✅ Photo guide (angles included) ✅ Museum booking tutorial 📌 **In a nutshell**: For under ¥3,000, breeze through the Bund, sip coffee on Wukang Road, marvel at millennia-old artifacts, and shine as a urban explorer. ✨ Next stop? Hangzhou? Suzhou? Or more Shanghai? 📍—Your travel blogger 💼🌿

Itinerary Overview (Daily Core Areas + Highlights)** | **Day** | **Core Area** | **Highlight Experience** | **Must-Try Food** | **Day 1** | The Bund + Nanjing Road | Night view of The Bund's architectural complex, 2 RMB ferry across the river, Peace Hotel Jazz Bar | Dahuchun Shengjian, Park Hotel Butterfly Pastry | | **Day 2** | Yu Garden + Lujiazui | Yu Garden new night light and shadow show, Shanghai Tower Cloud Observation Deck | Nanxiang Xiaolongbao, Lubolang Local Cuisine | | **Day 3** | French Concession + Suzhou Creek | Wukang Road cycling, West Bund Art Museum, Suzhou Creek boat tour | Old Mike's Cafe Dirty, %Arabica | | **Day 4** | Zhujiajiao + Hongqiao | Water town Wupeng boat, Fangsheng Bridge sunset, Panlong Tiandi night tour | Apo Zongzi, Zharou, Qingpu Strawberry Smoothie | | **Day 5** | Full Day at Disney | "Zootopia" New Area, Night Fireworks Show | Park Turkey Leg, Barbossa's Bounty | | **Day 6** | Xuhui Riverside + Xintiandi | Tank Art Park, Sinan Mansions Old Houses | Howe Restaurant Omakase, Xiandelai Pork Ribs with Rice Cakes | | **Day 7** | Hongkou + Yangpu | 1933 Old Millfun, Yangpu Riverside Industrial Style Cycling | Tilanqiao Scallion Pancake, Daxue Road Brunch | --- 🌆 **Daily Detailed Itinerary & Guide** **📍 Day 1: Traverse the Century-Old Bund, Experience the 'Ten-Mile Foreign Market'** - **Morning** ⏰ **09:00** Arrive and check into a hotel near The Bund (Recommended: Home Inn Plus Nanjing East Road, approx. 150 RMB/person per night), store luggage. ⏰ **10:30** Stroll along Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, check out century-old shops Shaowansheng and Shendacheng, buy freshly baked butterfly pastries from Park Hotel (32 RMB/bag). - **Afternoon** ⏰ **13:00** Eat Shengjian at 'Dahuchun' on Sichuan Middle Road (representative of the clear soup style, crispy bottom). ⏰ **15:00** The Bund's World Architecture Expo (focus on the HSBC Building dome mural, Customs House clock tower). - **Evening** ⏰ **18:30** Take the 2 RMB ferry from Jinling East Road Ferry Terminal to Pudong, grab a viewing spot on Binjiang Avenue to capture The Bund lighting up (lights turn on at 19:00). ⏰ **20:00** Listen to the elderly jazz band at Peace Hotel Jazz Bar (minimum spend 150 RMB/person, travel back to old Shanghai). **🏯 Day 2: A Collision of Classical Gardens and Modern Skylines** - **Morning** ⏰ **07:30** Enter Yu Garden right at opening to avoid crowds, admire the Exquisite Jade Rockery and Dianchun Hall, eat Nanxiang Xiaolongbao (crab roe filling 50 RMB/cage). - **Afternoon** ⏰ **13:00** Ascend to the 119th floor observation deck of Shanghai Tower (world's fastest elevator, overlook the Huangpu River's S-bend). ⏰ **15:30** Take an upward shot of Lujiazui's 'Three Piece Suit' (best spot is at the entrance of Jin Mao Tower). - **Night** ⏰ **19:00** **New Yu Garden Night Tour Experience**: Attend the 'Yu Xiang Shan Lin' light and shadow show (newly opened in August 2025), watch the Huxinting laser water curtain + interactive poetry projection (ticket 150 RMB, WeChat reservation required). **🚲 Day 3: Artistic Cycling Under Plane Trees** - **Morning** ⏰ **09:00** Wukang Road cycling: Wukang Building → Ba Jin's Former Residence → Romeo's Balcony, stop at 'Old Mike's Cafe' for a Dirty (vintage green window is excellent for photos). - **Afternoon** ⏰ **14:00** West Bund Art Museum (free to see the biennale, enjoy the breeze on the riverside promenade to escape the heat). ⏰ **16:30** Suzhou Creek boat tour (Sihang Warehouse section route, listen to stories of the War of Resistance). - **Dinner** Xiandelai Pork Ribs with Rice Cakes on Yunnan South Road (20 RMB, same as in 'Blossoms Shanghai'). **🚤 Day 4: Water Town and Tang-Style Night Market** - **Full Day** ⏰ **Take Metro Line 17 directly to Zhujiajiao** (depart at 7 AM to avoid crowds), visit Fangsheng Bridge → Kezhi Garden → listen to Pingtan at Apo Teahouse. ⏰ **Lunch** 'Apo Zongzi' + Zharou on North Street (approx. 25 RMB/person). ⏰ **Evening** Head to **Panlong Tiandi** (2025 popular Tang-style ancient town), enjoy the light and water dance show, browse the 'Ten Panlong Sceneries' cultural and creative market. **🎢 Day 5: Disney Fantasy Carnival** - **Must-Play Strategy** ⏰ **Early Entry Pass at 6:30 AM** → Ride 'TRON Lightcycle Power Run' counter-clockwise → 'Soaring Over the Horizon' → 'Zootopia' New Area (opening July 2025). - **Time-Saving Tips** Bring your own water bottle for free drinking water, eat Barbossa's Bounty during off-peak hours (approx. 80 RMB/person). - **Night** ⏰ **20:00** Enchanted Storybook Castle Fireworks Show (find a spot 1 hour in advance). **🎨 Day 6: The Dual Faces of Shanghai: Art and Urban Life** - **Morning** ⏰ **09:00** Xuhui Riverside cycling: Tank Art Park → Long Museum → Starbucks Snoopy Pop-up Store. - **Afternoon** ⏰ **14:00** Sinan Mansions Old Houses Open Day (open every Wednesday in October, exterior photos in other months). ⏰ **16:00** Explore Xintiandi Shikumen (Recommended: 'Duozhuayu Recycled Bookstore', Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China). - **Dinner** **Howe Restaurant** Local Cuisine Omakase (approx. 300 RMB/person, 3-day advance reservation required). **📚 Day 7: Industrial Heritage and Artistic Finale** - **Morning** ⏰ **09:00** Hongkou 1933 Old Millfun (an art space transformed from a slaughterhouse, great for geometric light and shadow photos). ⏰ **11:00** Tilanqiao 'Zhoushan Old Auntie's Scallion Pancake' (crispy and fragrant, 5 RMB/piece). - **Afternoon** ⏰ **14:00** Yangpu Riverside cycling (from Fisherman's Wharf → Green Hill, see industrial heritage transformation). - **Souvenir** Buy Shanghai hand-painted postcards at 'Cat's Sky City' on Daxue Road. --- 🏨 **Accommodation & Transportation Tips** - **Accommodation** - **Budget-Friendly Option**: Home Inn Plus Nanjing East Road (near metro, approx. 150 RMB/person per night). - **Unique Experience**: Sinan Mansions Old House B&B (under plane trees, listen to 'Ye Lai Xiang' at night). - **Transportation** - Use Alipay 'Metro Daduhui' to scan for subway; for Disney, take the early train on Line 11. - For intercity high-speed rail, purchase tickets in advance via 12306 (can extend itinerary to Suzhou/Hangzhou). 💡 **Key Reminders Before Travel** 1. **Reservations! Reservations!** - Yu Garden Night Tour, Disney, and Howe Restaurant require 3-7 days advance reservation. 2. **Heat Avoidance Strategy** - Seek refuge in museums during midday (Shanghai Museum is free) or shopping malls (K11 offers both art and air conditioning). - Carry a neck fan + cooling spray (feels like 38℃ from June to August). 3. **Budget Control** - Tickets approx. 💰600 RMB (Disney accounts for 50%), Accommodation 💰1000-1500 RMB (6 nights budget-friendly), Dining 💰800 RMB. > **💎 Deep Dive Player Easter Egg**: > - Explore independent designer works at buyer stores on Huqiu Road, Bund Origin; > - Pet cats + eat vegetarian meal at Longhua Temple (15 RMB/serving, cash payment). > **Flexible Itinerary Adjustment**: If a typhoon occurs (common in July-August), Day 4 can be changed to Xujiahui Library + Guangfulin Underwater Museum.

💥OMG! Discover Shanghai's Most Romantic Time Tunnel! A Storytelling Century-Old Mansion Hidden in Wutong District🎞️ "Ding—" As Metro Line 10 passed Xintiandi Station, I circled three times around Fuxing Middle Road clutching my phone's navigation, only to stumble upon this French architectural complex behind ivy-covered red brick walls—a sight that outshines even *In the Mood for Love*. This isn’t a movie set; it’s 1930s Shanghai frozen in amber: Sinan Mansions, a magical place where time stands still! 🏛️【Time-Travel Guide: The Secret Identities of 51 Historic Villas】 Think this is just a photo spot for influencers? Wrong! It’s a living "encyclopedia" of Shanghai’s modern architecture! Fifty-one century-old villas, as if enchanted, showcase eight architectural styles—detached, terraced, garden-style… Each building has a QR code: scan it to hear General Feng Yuxiang’s diary readings from Villa No. 35 or touch the wooden floorboards where Mei Lanfang once rehearsed in Villa No. 28! 📸【100% Instagram-Worthy Hidden Spots】 1️⃣ **Red Brick Arch at the Corner of Xiangshan Road**: At 4 PM, when sunlight slants, have a friend shoot from the second-floor window for a *Love Letter*-esque aesthetic. 2️⃣ **Spiral Staircase in Villa No. 57**: Wear a silk cheongsam + pearl necklace! The patina on the wooden handrail is nature’s own filter. 3️⃣ **Floor-to-Ceiling Windows at Sinan Bookstore**: Sip osmanthus latte with flipping book pages as your soundtrack. Caption idea: "Reading Eileen Chang in 1932 sunlight." 🎶【24-Hour Romantic Itinerary】 ☀️**Morning: Be a "History Buff"** • 9:00 AM: Sinan Open-Air Museum (Free!) Watch old buildings "come alive" with AR. • 10:30 AM: Sinan Bookstore (Feng Yuxiang’s former residence)—third-floor rare vinyl records might move you to tears. • 12:00 PM: Eat the International Hotel’s iconic butterfly pastries (a *lao kele* favorite) on a bench in Fuxing Park. ☕️**Afternoon: Play "French Socialite"** • 2:00 PM: Outdoor painting under plane trees (¥30/session! Taught by retired art professors). • 3:30 PM: Jazz band improv at Sinan Plaza—request *Night Blooming Jasmine* and jam with the saxophonist. • 5:00 PM: Vintage shops in hidden gardens—score a Republic-era enamel jewelry box for ¥200. 🌙**Evening: Become a "Night Shanghai Fairy"** • 7:00 PM: Zhou Enlai Residence lighting ceremony (Fri/Sat)—watch lights dance on Gothic spires. • 8:30 PM: Sinan Night Market (weekends only!)—pair Moutai ice cream with handmade leather goods and haggle at retro stalls. • 10:00 PM: Secret Easter egg: Ask guards for the "night tour password" to access a closed-off wine cellar! 🚶♀️【Locals’ Secret Route】 Enter at 523 Fuxing Middle Road → Head straight to Sinan Bookstore’s rooftop for panoramas → Snap red-brick walls on Xiangshan Road → Find the posing orange cat in Villa No. 11’s garden → Catch the 5 PM golden-hour sunset lights at Sinan Plaza (only 20 minutes daily!). 💡**Fun Facts**: • Home to 23 generals, 15 artists, and even Soong Ching-ling’s salons. • Villa No. 57’s staircase handrail was carved from teak of a sunken ship. • Wednesdays: Cheongsam-clad aunties teach Shanghainese knot-making in the garden. 📍**Address**: 523 Fuxing Middle Road, Huangpu District (Exit 5, Xintiandi Station, Line 10—follow the plane tree shadows!). 🎫**Admission**: Free! (But Moutai ice cream at the night market costs extra~) Standing before Villa No. 28, where Mei Lanfang once lived, watching Gen-Z girls in Lolita dresses and square-dancing aunties take selfies on the same bench, I finally understood "Shanghai-style romance"—it kneads history into latte art and hides time’s patina in jazz vibratos. This isn’t a tourist spot; it’s Shanghai’s love letter to the world 💌

#Sign up for tripbest July Hotel Tester At Sinan Mansion, it feels like you have crossed time and arrived at the Shanghai Concession of the last century. The architectural style here is unique, with red brick walls and green tile roofs, exuding a strong historical charm. Walking on the stone road, every step is feeling the stories of the past, which makes me imagine those who once lived here. Some tourists who love photography use their cameras to capture the beautiful moments here and share their love for history. Every corner of Sinan Mansion is full of stories!

Shanghai's 6 Major Red Bases, Journey Through a Century of Passionate History 🔥 Touch the Traces of History 🌟Recommended Route🌟 Sihang Warehouse Anti-Japanese War Memorial ➡️ Site of the First National Congress of the CPC ➡️ "New Youth" Editorial Office ➡️ Sun Yat-sen's Former Residence ➡️ Sinan Bookstore ➡️ Zhou Mansion Approximately 5km in total, combining subway and walking with no backtracking --- 1️⃣ Sihang Warehouse Anti-Japanese War Memorial 🔎Background: Iconic battlefield of the Battle of Shanghai, the original site of the film "The Eight Hundred." The bullet holes on the west wall are striking, and the museum restores history following the footsteps of predecessors. ⏰Hours: 9:00-16:30 (Closed on Mondays) 🎫Admission: Free 📌Address: No. 21 Guangfu Road, Jing'an District --- 2️⃣ Site of the First National Congress of the CPC & Memorial Hall 🔎Background: Birthplace of the Communist Party of China in 1921, the "creation of heaven and earth" inside a Shikumen building. The party emblem wall at the entrance is a must-visit, restoring historical scenes! ⏰Hours: 9:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays) 🎫Admission: Free 📌Address: No. 374 Huangpi South Road, Huangpu District --- 3️⃣ Former Editorial Office of "New Youth" 🔎Background: Former residence of Chen Duxiu, the ideological source of the May Fourth Movement, where the "New Youth" magazine was edited. ⏰Hours: 9:00-11:30, 13:30-16:30 (Closed on Mondays) 🎫Admission: Free 📌Address: No. 2, Lane 100 Nanchang Road, Huangpu District --- 4️⃣ Sun Yat-sen Former Residence Memorial Hall 🔎Background: The only residence shared by Sun Yat-sen and Soong Ching-ling after their marriage, preserving many precious cultural relics. ⏰Hours: 9:00-16:30 (Closed on Mondays) 🎫Admission: 20 RMB 📌Address: No. 7 Xiangshan Road, Huangpu District --- 5️⃣ Sinan Bookstore 🔎Background: Renovated from the former St. Nicholas Church, located in the top garden-style mansions of Sinan Mansions, once home to celebrities like Mei Lanfang and Zhou Enlai. ⏰Hours: 10:30-18:00 (Closed on Mondays) 🎫Admission: Free 📌Address: No. 53 Sinan Road, Huangpu District --- 6️⃣ CPC Shanghai Office (Zhou Mansion) 🔎Background: Zhou Enlai once worked here, a witness to the history of the Kuomintang-Communist negotiations. French-style architecture + original interior layout, just a step away from Sinan Mansions. ⏰Hours: 9:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays) 🎫Admission: Free 📌Address: No. 73 Sinan Road, Huangpu District --- Perfect for youth & history enthusiasts, these places carrying the nation's memories of "every inch of land soaked with blood" deserve to be seen by more people 🙏🏻🙏🏻 🛬【Travel Tips】: day 1 Shanghai History Museum (1.5h) ~ Shanghai Museum East Building (5h) ~ The Bund Night View ~ Waibaidu Bridge day 2 Site of the First National Congress / Memorial Hall (1h) ~ Site of the Second National Congress (20min) ~ Former Site of the Secretariat of the Chinese Labor Union (20min) ~ Sihang Warehouse (1h) ~ Former Central Bureau of the Third National Congress (20min) ~ Memorial Hall of the Fourth National Congress (1h) ~ Lu Xun Memorial Hall (40min) ~ Lu Xun Park (30min) ~ Subway to Shanghai Station 🏨【Accommodation Tips】: Search on the Trip.com app Food Recommendations: 🍽 Chi Zai Ji Rice Noodle Roll King Must-try rice noodle rolls: Pork liver & fresh shrimp 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 29 RMB/serving Their rice noodle rolls are truly authentic, very similar to what I had in Hong Kong, with thin skin and generous filling. The rice skin is thin but very chewy, the pork liver is tender and fresh, and the shrimp are large and sweet! Signature Boat Congee 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Two words: Delicious! The ingredients are super rich, including crispy fried dough sticks, shrimp, squid, pork, and more.

#shanghaionbudget I spent a peaceful morning at Sinan Mansions, a quiet area full of old French-style villas from the 1920s. Walking under big trees and past beautiful buildings made me feel like I was in a movie. Some houses have QR codes you can scan to learn more. I loved how it mixes the past with modern life. It's one of my favorite spots in busy Shanghai. Tips: visit early in the morning for less crowd. Accessible by subway, but need to walk a bit. It's free entry and open 24/7 ✨️

Living the movie scene at InterContinental Shanghai Ruijin Want to stay in a "century-old story" in Shanghai? InterContinental Ruijin is the place✨ Old Western-style houses, gardens, and plane trees, every corner hides the lingering charm of the Republic of China era. Staying here feels like being the lead in an art film~ 📍Location Right at 118 Ruijin Second Road, the prime spot in the plane tree district🌳 Super convenient along the subway line, one step into the bustling Huaihai Middle Road, and a turn away into the quiet old Shanghai. City walks can start anytime—shopping, exploring stores, visiting exhibitions, all on the way. It’s like turning Shanghai into your own backyard! 🏘️Hotel Environment Open the window to the elegance of a garden villa, vintage chandeliers, wooden stairs, fireplace decorations🪑 The weight of a century-old building blends with carefully maintained exquisite details. The large lawn in the garden is like a green gem💎 Lying on a bench under the trees in the afternoon, sunlight flickers through the leaves, even time slows down, like the leisurely daily life of a young lady from the Republic of China era~ ✨Nearby Attractions Within walking distance to Sinan Mansions, where old Western-style houses have turned into art galleries and artsy cafes☕ Stroll through Tianzifang, where Shikumen houses hide trendy shops and intangible cultural heritage crafts🎨 For a taste of history, Zhou Mansion and Sun Yat-sen’s former residence are nearby. Walking along, you “touch” Shanghai’s past and present, immersing yourself as a “cultural explorer”! 🍽️Special Flavors The hotel’s restaurants are amazing! Enjoy local Shanghai cuisine in a garden villa, the rich and savory braised pork melts in your mouth🥩 Paired with a cup of old Shanghai iced latte☕ Dinner on the terrace is even more romantic, with French escargot and red wine braised beef, accompanied by the evening breeze and garden night view. It’s like a “date in a movie,” even your taste buds say “so delightful”~ 💰Average Cost Accommodation depends on the room type, basic garden rooms can be had for 500 - 800 RMB per person🌿 For dining, local cuisine costs 200 - 300 RMB per person for a very satisfying meal, afternoon tea is 100+ RMB per person, allowing you to enjoy a whole afternoon in the garden🌼 Treat yourself occasionally to stay here; the value lies in the “experience,” after all, you can’t live a “Republic of China dream” every day~ 🎈Other Tips ✔️ For garden photos, choose morning or evening when the light is soft and naturally filtered📸 ✔️ Weekend lawn weddings are common, passing by you can catch some romantic vibes💒 ✔️ Vintage bicycles are available at the front desk, cycling around the plane tree district is super chill🚲 At InterContinental Ruijin, you’re not just staying at a hotel, you’re living inside Shanghai’s “romantic collection.” Next time you come to Shanghai, don’t miss this “gift of time”!

For our Shanghai airport drop-off, we rode in a Dongfeng Lantu with driver Hu. The seats were both massage- and heated, which completely soothed the aches and pains of the previous day. We arrived on time, drove smoothly, and were knowledgeable about Shanghai's delicious restaurants. I'll definitely fly with him again! The staff at the Atour Hotel at Xintiandi Subway Station were friendly and helpful. Yu Yang, the front desk manager, enthusiastically assisted with everything from check-in and laundry to check-out. The fitness center was well-equipped, and the laundry room was spotless. The staff enthusiastically helped Hong Yi collect her clothes. Thank you so much! I also read a few good books during my stay. It was a delight to sit in the comfortable chair in my room and gaze out the window at the sycamore trees while reading. Sinan Road and Sinan Mansion are within walking distance, each offering its own unique beauty, both by night and by day. I highly recommend visiting the exhibition hall next to the Sinan Bookstore to admire ##A Thousand Sunrises, a public welfare project dedicated to aesthetic education by M&G Stationery. It's fantastic. I'll definitely visit and stay here again next time I'm in Shanghai! 📍Address: Building 7, No. 199 Hefei Road #XintiandiAccommodation #Yado

#HawaiiFlightEvent On a sunny day, walking through *Shanghai Sinan Mansions*, you will come across an emotional installation. It is a special booth called 'Spring Call', a spring-themed pop-up exhibition created as part of the 汤达人 and 春日追花 project. The sky is clear, the surroundings are filled with flowers, and there is even a small sign that says '互功説明'—just standing in this space, you feel the spring air spreading throughout your body. The colors are warm, making it a great place to take a great photo! The organizer of this exhibition is 行吟信息科技(Shanghai)有限公司, and the sensory presentation is impressive. Sinan Mansions itself is a place where European-style architecture meets stylish shops, so if you take a walk and enjoy the exhibitions, you'll feel like your day is full! If you want to really enjoy the spring mood, be sure to stop by. #ShanghaiHotPlace #SinanMansions #SinanGongMain #SpringTelephonePavilion #SpringCall #汤达人 #SpringExhibition #ShanghaiEmotion #ShanghaiWalk #ShanghaiTravel #PopUpStore #ExhibitionRecommendation #LifeShotSpot #FloweringShanghai #✨FullofSpring💐

A few days ago I visited a flower exhibition in Pudong, and with the recent nice weather, I quickly went to check out Sinan Mansions as well. At the entrance of Sinan Mansions, there's a beautifully designed floral arrangement of a little girl dancing ballet. It rotates with the music, attracting many locals and tourists to take photos. Every shop in Sinan Mansions is decorated with gorgeous floral arrangements, featuring photo-worthy spots like green teddy bears, a rose telephone booth, and giant cute paws. There's also a free exhibition inside. In a few days when I have time, I'll visit Xintiandi and Fuxing Park. I've heard they have lovely floral decorations too.

Sinan Mansions is a neighborhood of garden villas. Many famous figures, such as Zhou Enlai, Feng Yuxiang, Zeng Pu, and Mei Lanfang, once lived here. Currently, the villas have mostly been converted into restaurants. Let's take a look at the travel guide. 🚌【Transportation】1. Take Metro Line 10 or Line 13 to South Shaanxi Road Station. Get out from Exit 3 and walk about 700 meters to Sinan Mansions. 2. Drive to Sinan Mansions and park in the underground parking lot. Opening hours: Open all day, but the opening hours of each shop and exhibition vary. ⛺【Things to do】Zhou Enlai's Former Residence → Sinan Mansions → Sinan Books-Sun Yat-sen's Former Residence Memorial Hall → Zhang Xueliang's Former Residence → Fuxing Park → Shanghai Science Hall → Huaihai Middle Road → Xintiandi Style Shoppping Centre. 💴【Ticket prices】Sinan Mansions is free to visit, but some exhibitions require reservations. (1) Sinan Books: Make a reservation through the "Century Cloud" WeChat official account (especially on weekends/holidays when there is a large number of visitors, you need to book in advance). (2) Zhou Enlai's Former Residence (Former Site of the Office of the Delegation of the Communist Party of China in Shanghai): Reservation method: Make a reservation through the "Red Path" platform or scan the QR code on site (groups need to book 2 days in advance). Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 9:00-16:30 (last entry at 16:00), closed on Mondays. ⛲【Nearby food recommendations】 I. Popular restaurants 1. Benbang cuisine & fusion cuisine Corner. Old Alley Restaurant (Huaihai Road Branch) Features: Old Shanghai alley-style restaurant, must-try dishes: "Corner Braised Pork," "Fried Eel Slices with Scallions," and "Crab Meat and Tofu." Average price: ¥100-120. Tips: The private rooms are designed in a nostalgic style, suitable for gatherings with old friends. 2. Western food & international cuisine Las Tapas (Sinan Mansions Branch) Features: Spanish-style bistro, must-try dishes: "Paella," "Garlic Olive Oil Shrimp," and "Sangria." Average price: ¥150-200. Tips: The terrace seating has a great atmosphere, suitable for evening drinks. II. Artistic cafes & afternoon tea Antique Garden Features: Retro antique-style cafe, filled with antique furniture, recommended: "Tiramisu" and "Hand-brewed Coffee." Average price: ¥60-100. Tips: The window seats on the second floor are great for taking photos, suitable for relaxing and reading. Starbucks Reserve (Sinan Mansions Branch) Features: Starbucks in a red brick villa, limited edition special "Smoked Scotch Latte," the terrace offers views of the Wutong trees. Average price: ¥40-80. Tips: Check in at the popular spiral staircase, avoid peak crowds in the afternoon. 🧡【Tips】 Peak holiday seasons: It is recommended to book popular venues 1-2 days in advance during holidays such as National Day and Lunar New Year. Real-time information: Check the latest opening information and capacity limits through the official Sinan Mansions WeChat official account before departure. Plan your reservation time wisely and enjoy Sinan! Sinan Mansions

#discoverchina 📍Address: 53 Sinan Road, Huangpu District (near Metro Line 10/13 Xintiandi Station) Historical Significance - A 1920s-30s garden villa complex housing 51 historic buildings in European styles (Spanish, Art Deco, etc.) - Former residences of luminaries like Zhou Enlai, Mei Lanfang, and Soong Ching-ling - One of Shanghai’s first "Heritage Protection Projects"(2001) 🚇 Transport: - Metro: Line 10/13 to Xintiandi Station(Exit 6, 8-min walk) 🎟 Admission: Free (charges for special exhibitions

Speaking of Shanghai, apart from the Bund night view and Wutong Street, what I love most is actually the traditional taste of the place. This time I came to Shanghai, I tasted several unforgettable classic Shanghai dishes. Every bite was like traveling back to the old Shanghai. 🥣 Peach Gum Soup｜Smooth and Soft, Sweet and Not Greasy This dessert is really a favorite of girls~ The peach gum is cooked just right, and slow-cooked with white fungus, red dates, and lotus seeds into a soup that melts in the mouth, nourishing the skin and relieving greasiness. 🦆 Eight Treasure Duck｜The ultimate representative of Kung Fu cuisine Eight ingredients including glutinous rice, ham, chestnuts, lotus seeds, and mushrooms are stuffed into the whole duck, which is then simmered over low heat for several hours. The duck meat is soft and tasty, and the glutinous rice has absorbed the soup, giving you a flavor of the New Year in every bite. 🐷 Pickled Pork Duxian｜The most representative taste of Shanghai spring "Pickled" means pickled bacon, "stewed" means slow-cooked, and "fresh" means fresh bamboo shoots, bean curd sheets, and pork bones. This soup is refreshing and rich in flavor, especially suitable for drinking in spring, warming the stomach and stimulating the appetite. 📍 Recommended restaurants Yuyan Mansion (Pudong Shangyuewan Branch) 🍴 Type: Shanghainese restaurant 📍 Address: Shangyuewan Plaza, Pudong New District, Shanghai (about 480 meters walk from Exit 1 of Pudong South Road Subway Station) 🕚 Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00–14:00 / 17:00–22:00 💰 Average cost per person: about ¥100-300. It is a very cost-effective local restaurant in Shanghai. The dishes are exquisite and tasty. 📝 Small TIPS: Peach gum soup is suitable as a dessert after a meal, it is refreshing and not greasy. Eight Treasure Duck usually needs to be booked in advance, so remember to call and inquire! The best way to eat pickled pork with rice is to eat it with rice. A pot of soup with white rice is the perfect happiness! Eating Shanghainese cuisine is not just about filling your stomach, it’s more like chewing on an old Shanghai story. Every dish hides the memories of Shanghai people, eat slowly and savor it slowly💭✨ #Shanghai Food #Shanghai Cuisine Recommendation #Local Cuisine #Yuyan Mansion #Peach Gum Soup #Eight Treasure Duck #Yan Du Xian #Foodie Travel Notes #Traditional Shanghai Flavor #Mainland Travel

Too lazy to leave Shanghai 🎈but still want a change of scenery? Booked a weekend getaway with friends at: Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai A weekend of pure relaxation 🎉 🌟Highlights: The location and views are unbeatable. Love the feeling of tranquility amidst the bustling city. The hotel has a youthful vibe 🎏 Andaz Xintiandi is destined to be a magical encounter with the essence of Shanghai. Elements of Shikumen architecture 📝 combined with artistic lines and design. 🛏Room Amenities: The rooms are well-equipped with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering expansive views. Room controls/room service can be accessed via a tablet. The suite even has an elliptical machine. The ceiling lights and bathroom lighting are unique and distinctive from other luxury hotels 🏨. 🍽Dining Recommendations: The Eatery on the 2nd floor of Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai. The lunchtime Chinese buffet offers dishes as beautiful as works of art, each one bursting with flavor. The Shanghainese cuisine is amazing! ✨The classic Shanghainese "Xiaolongbao" are filled with fresh pork and flavorful broth, encased in a thin, delicate skin.✨ Love the soy milk ice cream paired with a crispy fried dough stick. ❤Reasons to Recommend: Festive atmosphere during holidays, elegant and luxurious environment, attentive and meticulous service, with many details showcasing Shanghainese flair💫. Perfect for dates, gatherings, and taking photos 📷! Step outside into the vibrant Xintiandi for convenient shopping and dining👍🏻. 📍Detailed Address: Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai 🖇️88 Songshan Road

What places can you visit in Shanghai in two days?|||Today's Topic—Citywalk is an "Extreme" Sport I'm from Zhengzhou. What can I do, eat, and buy during a two-day trip to Shanghai? I'll mainly be sightseeing on Saturday, and I have to return on Sunday afternoon. Transportation: The sleeper train arrives early in the morning, around 6 a.m., and I can take the subway directly to where I want to go. The subway is very convenient, but sometimes it's a long walk from the entrance/exit to the platform. It really is Shanghai! If you're too tired to walk, you can take a taxi and enjoy the city scenery along the way. What to do: Saturday: Since I arrived early, my first stop was the Bund. I took the subway and walked along East Nanjing Road. Many elderly people were exercising in the morning on the Bund. The second stop was the Waibaidu Bridge, where Yi Ping jumped off the bridge in the TV series "Romance in the Rain". The third stop was the Zhapu Road Bridge. The fourth stop was the Shanghai Postal Museum (exterior). The fifth stop was the Shanghai Museum (People's Square) to see the Egyptian cultural relics exhibition. The sixth stop was the Xujiahui Cathedral in Xuhui District. It's open from Tuesday to Saturday, but it closes early sometimes, so you need to check in advance if you want to go. We didn't go inside because there was an event on the 8th. The seventh stop was the Site of the First National Congress of the Communist Party of China, which we took a taxi to. The taxi ride took a long time, and we arrived at around 4 p.m., just in time for the visit. The eighth stop was back to the hotel to freshen up, and then we took a taxi to the Oriental Pearl Tower. It was already evening, so we took some photos and went to the Disney Store to buy some souvenirs. The ninth stop was East Nanjing Road for some shopping. We went to the largest MINISO and saw the spiral staircase at the New World Daimaru Department Store. Finally, we went back to the hotel to rest. It was a proper 20,000-step extreme citywalk day. Sunday: I rode a bicycle to the North Bund Tourist Resort to see the Oriental Pearl Tower from another angle. The scenery was very beautiful, and it was refreshing in the morning. The second stop was back to the hotel, and then we took a taxi to Sinan Mansions, a small area of European-style houses. We also visited the Zhou Enlai's Former Residence, which was a different kind of experience. What to eat: For breakfast at Shanghai Railway Station, I had Xiaoyang Shengjian. It tasted better than the shengjian in Zhengzhou. For lunch, we went to Xian De Lai near the Shanghai Museum at People's Square. We had to queue even though it was past 1 p.m. We ordered spare ribs rice cakes, scallion oil noodles, etc. The taste was a bit sweet, but it was a new experience, so we had to try it. For dinner, we were too tired, so we ordered takeout at the hotel. I don't remember which restaurant it was, but the noodles with toppings were delicious. On Sunday, before returning, we had to eat Dahuchun shengjian. I had it once last year and loved it. The dough was sweet, and the fried buns were filled with lots of ingredients. Souvenirs: I bought some cultural and creative products from the Egyptian exhibition at the Shanghai Museum, small toys from the Disney Store, pastries from Shen Dacheng, shengjian mantou from Dahuchun, scallion pancakes, youdunzi, and butterfly cookies from the International Hotel. After this trip, I didn't expect a weekend could be so fulfilling. Looking forward to the next journey!

Sinan Mansions, also known as Sinan Road Historic District, is a complex of predominantly garden villas located in Huangpu District, Shanghai. Sinan Mansions boasts 51 preserved historical buildings, bordered by Fuxing Middle Road to the south, Sinan Road on both sides, and Chongqing South Road to the west. It showcases a variety of architectural styles, including detached garden villas, semi-detached garden villas, detached garden villas with courtyards, terraced buildings, veranda-style buildings, new-style lilongs (lane houses), garden lilongs, and modern apartments. It represents a concentrated collection of Shanghai's modern residential architecture. Notable figures such as Zhou Enlai, Zeng Pu, Mei Lanfang, and Liu Yazi once resided here. Famous buildings include Mei Lanfang's former residence at No. 87 Sinan Road and Zhou Enlai's former residence (Zhou Gongguan) at No. 73. On November 5, 2021, the Xintiandi-Sinan Mansions area in Huangpu District was designated as one of the first national-level nighttime cultural and tourism consumption clusters by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. This area is not only a popular spot for photos but also one of the filming locations for the movie Tiny Times 3. Sinan Books, located in the heart of the area, is a must-visit for literary and artistic youth. Young people come here to take photos, relax, and enjoy the cultural atmosphere. I especially admire the retired seniors with artistic talents, who capture the charm of the old villas with their paintings (Photo 1, Photo 20). 📍Address: No. 523 Fuxing Middle Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai. 🚉Transportation: Take Subway Line 10 to Site of the First National Congress of the CPC·Xintiandi Station (Exit 5) and walk 756m; or take Line 1 to South Shaanxi Road Station (Exit 4) and cycle 1.3 km (approx. 6 mins). 🕙Opening Hours: Open all day, free to visit. 👍Recommended: Sinan Books.

I have been to some places, and in my mind Shanghai is one of the most suitable cities for city walks. The weather in spring or autumn is suitable for walking, and even winter has its own unique flavor. On Shanghai City Walk, a mobile phone and a power bank are all you need. Convenience stores and snack bars can be found everywhere, and large shopping malls can also be found in the city center, so you don’t have to spend time and effort preparing food and drinks. Recommend a city walk route (suitable for friends with good legs): Postal Museum--Waibaidu Bridge--The Bund--Nanjing East Road--Renguang--Huanghe Road (breakfast: Xiaoyang Shengjian or Jiajia Tangbao)--Wujiang Road (Zhangyuan)--Nanjing West Road--Jing'an Temple (lunch: Huxi Old Lane Noodle House, Lailai Xiaolongbao, Renheguan)--Cai Yuanpei's Former Residence--Mahler Villa--Huaihai Middle Road (Guangming Village Fresh Meat Mooncakes)--Xintiandi (coffee, afternoon tea)--Sinan Mansion--Tianzifang (dinner can be had at nearby Sun Moon Plaza) You can also go the other way to see the Bund night view. Explore the city and taste the best food in one day

| Citywalk Landmark in Shanghai. If Shanghai is an open book, then Sinan Mansions must be the most charming chapter📖. This garden house neighborhood not only hides stories of the past, but also has a unique Shanghai style. Unlike the popular atmosphere of Wukang Road, this place is more suitable for an immersive experience of the Republic of China style. Sinan Mansions was once the home of many celebrities, such as Zhou Enlai, Feng Yuxiang, Zeng Pu, Mei Lanfang, and others👣. Walking through the streets and alleys, you can almost hear the echoes of history and feel the changes of that era. Now, most of these houses have been converted into restaurants, where you can enjoy delicious food while feeling the warmth of history up close. 📍Sinan Mansions Check-in Guide Sinan Open-air Museum: Get a map here, stroll around, scan the code to listen to celebrity anecdotes, and learn more about the stories behind each garden house. Starbucks (No. 50 Sinan Road): Come here to get the same style as Zhu Yilong and enjoy a cup of coffee in the atmosphere of old Shanghai. Kong Xiangxi's Former Residence (No. 553 Middle Fuxing Road): The Dutch double-fold roof is very distinctive and is a great background for photos. Mei Lanfang's Former Residence (No. 87 Sinan Road): The front of the house is full of flowers and trees, quiet and elegant, as if you can still see the figure of a master. Sinan Bookstore (No. 517 Middle Fuxing Road): This was once the former residence of Feng Yuxiang and Liu Yazi, with three floors, a must-visit for literary youth. Zhou Mansion (No. 73 Sinan Road): The office of the CPC delegation during the KMT-CPC negotiations in 1946, with extraordinary significance. Sinan Mansions Nun's Building (No. 53 Sinan Road): An artistic exterior corridor building, now a banquet hall, with a unique architectural style. Sinan Literature House (No. 523 Middle Fuxing Road): There are occasional exhibitions, a great place to feel the artistic atmosphere.

Here is a guide to taking photos of plane trees and light and shadow in Shanghai: Best time to shoot • Season: Autumn from September to November is the best time, when the leaves gradually turn yellow and fall, and the "no sweeping of fallen leaves" policy makes the streets poetic. • Time: 7-9 am or 4-6 pm, when the light is soft and suitable for creating a warm atmosphere; the short blue hour after sunset, when the sky is dark blue, is suitable for shooting emotional films. Check-in location • Wukang Road: With the landmark building of Wukang Mansion, you can take a low-angle shot in front of the building, framing the building and the plane trees together, or use the light spots in the gaps between the leaves to create a dreamy effect. • Yuqing Road: The road is lined with southern European-style buildings and rows of French plane trees, with sunlight filtering through the gaps in the leaves, creating a mottled light and shadow effect, suitable for cycling. • Kangping Road: A century-old street that will never be widened, with tall plane trees, from Gao'an Road to Huashan Road, lined with apartments, new houses, and villas, suitable for shooting pictures of tall plane trees and buildings. • Hengshan Road: A quiet passage connecting Xujiahui and Huaihai Road, with many high-end European-style buildings and small coffee shops along the street, you can take pictures outside the coffee shops, taking pictures of people with plane trees and buildings. • Sinan Road: Old buildings such as Sinan Mansion and Sun Yat-sen's former residence add a historical charm, and you can take retro-style photos in front of the old buildings with plane trees as the background. Shooting tips • Composition method: Use the natural tunnel formed by plane trees to take pictures; use the rule of thirds to place the subject on the four intersection points of the picture; use the plane tree trunk as the foreground to add a sense of hierarchy to the picture. • Use of light and shadow: Create a dreamy effect through the light spots in the gaps between the leaves; use backlight or side backlight to outline the outline of people or buildings and create an atmosphere. • Character posture: You can take a half-body photo with one hand touching your hair or head and the other hand holding a plane tree leaf; you can also stand sideways and raise your hand to touch the sunlight; you can also sit in a pile of fallen leaves, point your chin with your hand, and look at the camera playfully.