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Family-friendly Attractions
Top 50 Family-friendly Attractions in Shanghai [2025]
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Shanghai Disney Resort
4.7
/5
279641 reviews
10
From VND 1588889
Based on 2,379 reviews
Shanghai Disney Resort | 20.4 km from downtown
Address: Shanghai Disney Resort, Chuansha New Town, Pudong New Area, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
8 themed areas (286 acres)
Watch the Phantom Show at Gardens of Imagination
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Disney needs no introduction. The amusement park is always full of new attractions and discoveries, making it a great place overall. The price-performance ratio is excellent, and I love it. I'd definitely go again if I have the chance. The service is impeccable, and the quality is superb. Every visit is a delight.
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Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park
4.6
/5
51189 reviews
8.3
From VND 922223
Based on 16 reviews
Dishui Lake and Lin-gang Area | 54.2 km from downtown
Phone +864006016699
Address: No.166 Yinfei Road, Nanhui New Town, Pudong New District, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
Theme park & waterpark (73 acres) | Amusement rides
Sixteen Major Interactive Show Performances
Saved by 5692 users45639 positive reviews
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The November anniversary sale combined with the birthday month ticket discounts resulted in an absolute explosion in crowds. Parking was severely limited; I had to circle around many times. For performances, you basically had to arrive 30 minutes early to queue, otherwise they wouldn't let anyone in once the seats were full. I went at 2 PM and left at 6 PM, so I only managed to see two shows.
It's changed so much compared to 2019! It's much more educational for kids now. They even have a permanent Ultraman exhibit – no boy can resist that! 🤣 The birthday month activities are really good; I saw the show I missed last time, and all the animals are doing great here.
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Shanghai Museum
4.6
/5
9408 reviews
8.2
Based on 4,866 reviews
People's Square Area | 300m from downtown
Phone +8602163723500-132
Address: 201 Renmin Avenue, Huangpu District,Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–6 hours
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
Special exhibitions & thematic pavilions (Regularly)
Ming and Qing Furniture Exhibition
Saved by 4900 users7042 positive reviews
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The Shanghai Museum is one of Shanghai's iconic landmarks, boasting a rich collection of artifacts, especially ancient paintings, calligraphy, and bronzes. The Egyptian pyramid artifacts exhibition held here attracts visitors from all over the country. The museum offers dining options, and visitors can carefully examine the artifacts.
If you don't have the chance to go to Egypt anytime soon, it's highly recommended to visit the Shanghai Museum to learn about ancient Egyptian civilization. The exhibition brings together the finest artifacts and provides a complete overview of Egypt's historical development.
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Shanghai Wild Animal Park
4.7
/5
121590 reviews
8.1
From VND 514815
Based on 441 reviews
Kangqiao, Nanhui Area | 30.6 km from downtown
Phone +8602158036000
Address: No.178, Nanliu Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
Large safari park | Over 470 animal species
Giraffe Feeding Interaction Program
Saved by 8282 users74638 positive reviews
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I visited the Shanghai Wild Animal Park a long time ago and always had a good impression of it. This time, I brought my baby. Upon entering the park, we first took the free shuttle bus to see the wild animals, avoiding the crowds. By the time we finished our tour, the queues were already quite long. Then we watched the show. The overall time arrangement was reasonable, although the two animal shows were somewhat repetitive; seeing one would have been enough.
The Shanghai Wild Animal Park was fantastic. The animals seemed very lively and well-cared for, although the elephants were constantly fighting. The tigers, giraffes, and pandas looked very relaxed. There were many swans and birds, especially the flamingos, which were truly breathtaking. A great experience.
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Shanghai Astronomy Museum
4.9
/5
7519 reviews
7.9
From VND 111112
Dishui Lake and Lin-gang Area | 55.7 km from downtown
Address: 380 Lingang Avenue, Nanhui New Town, Pudong New Area, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Achieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
Take a rocket to explore the mysterious Flora Star
Explore the spiral architecture that interprets celestial movements
Saved by 4352 users7287 positive reviews
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The planetarium is truly beautiful and worth a visit. I feel it's best suited for those who enjoy astronomy and have some basic knowledge, especially students in grades 5 or 6 and above. A guided tour is necessary; otherwise, it's a wasted visit.
Get off at Dishui Lake subway station, either Exit 3 or 4 is fine. Some online reviews suggested taking a taxi, but it's not necessary (though you might need one during the hot summer months). Just follow your phone's navigation; the distance to the traffic lights is short, it's really close. Especially in November, on a sunny day, walking with your child to enjoy the scenery and soak up the sun is so pleasant, it only takes a few minutes. Pass by Dishui Lake Square, McDonald's, Dishui Lake Back Street, and Sponge Park, and it's just a short walk away. We booked entry for 1 PM, but since it was our first time, we didn't book movie tickets. We'll probably come back again.
Yesterday afternoon, I took my granddaughter to the Shanghai Astronomy Museum, the most impressive museum in Asia. The guide was very thorough, and the information covered quite a bit. My granddaughter is still young, so I guess she didn't understand everything, but it will definitely give her a good foundation in science. [smile]
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Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
4.7
/5
48070 reviews
7.9
From VND 574075
Based on 977 reviews
Lujiazui Area | 2.9 km from downtown
Phone +8602158779988
Address: 1388 Lujiazui Ring Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–3 hours
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
20 exhibits (2.5M litres) | Over 450 marine species
Stroll through the four underwater tunnels
Saved by 5483 users32217 positive reviews
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We went with the kids; the transportation was very convenient, and the design was very reasonable. The venue isn't very big, but there's a track, so you can stand and enjoy the ride the whole time, making it comfortable for both adults and children.
The Shanghai Ocean Aquarium is a must-see! The underwater tunnel offers a truly immersive experience, with schools of fish swimming overhead – a truly breathtaking sight. It boasts a comprehensive collection of rare marine life, with clearly defined and easy-to-navigate exhibits and plenty of informative content. The staff are friendly, the flow of visitors is smooth and not crowded, and you can quickly enjoy the wonders of the underwater world – excellent value for money.
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Shanghai Romance Park
4.7
/5
3426 reviews
7.6
From VND 514815
Pudong New International Expo Center/World Expo Area | 5 km from downtown
Phone +864008888518
Address: No.1750 World Expo Avenue, Pudong, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Large-scale song and dance show | Interactive projects
Trendy parties(every week) | Dress-up experience
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There are many attractions, mostly performances. My favorite was the main show, "Eternal Love," the actors were very professional, and the park staff were very friendly. 👌🏻 I hope there will be more promotional activities; I'd love to come back again.
This was surprisingly one of our best attractions visited in Shanghai! I was not expecting a massive indoor amusement park in it with various attractions, performances, shows and playground for kids. We went in at 4pm for 7pm theatre show performances and regretted not entering earlier to explore the massive huge place. The theatre shows are exceptionally intriguing and impressive. Highly recommended. Tips: If you are bringing kids, pls bring ear muffs/ head phones as the music can be too loud for them. This is an attraction not to be missed!
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LEGOLAND® Shanghai Resort
4.6
/5
1092 reviews
7.6
From VND 1292593
LEGOLAND RESORT | 52.4 km from downtown
Phone +864000889988
Address: No.999, Lebin Road, Fengjing Town, Jinshan District, Shanghai
Featured in 2026 China 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
Highlights:
Launch creative building block cannonballs with your own hands on this interactive ride.
Explore the world's exclusive Lego Monkie Kid theme park
Saved by 1556 users975 positive reviews
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The park is nice, but 90% of the attractions are for kids. We still enjoyed, take pics, and had a wonderful time there.
From the city center, the most convenient public transportation option is the train to Jinshan North Station. There's a bus stop right outside the exit, and it's a ten-minute walk through the commercial area to the entrance. Many students from all grades visit, so there's no shortage of visitors. The wish for a direct subway line is probably just a dream for now. Although the surrounding area consists mainly of shopping malls, parking lots, and farmland, the park itself is of high quality, with pleasant dining options and a good variety of choices, making it worth a visit. After purchasing tickets on Ctrip, the information is automatically linked to the park's app, making it convenient to use coupons.
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Shanghai Zoo
4.7
/5
22332 reviews
7.4
From VND 148149
Based on 651 reviews
Hongqiao District | 11.3 km from downtown
Phone +8602162109210
Address: NO.2381 Hongqiao Road, Changning District,Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–5 hours
Featured in 2026 China 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
Highlights:
Pandas | Lions & tigers | Over 6,000 animals | Swan lake
Feed elephants and zebras
Saved by 2893 users15840 positive reviews
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It was a very enjoyable trip. The animals were very lively and clearly well cared for. The park was also very clean with minimal odor. I had a wonderful time and would definitely visit the animals again if I had the chance.
The zoo is my absolute favorite for value for money! I want to visit year-round! The landscaping and maintenance are excellent, the animal environment is fantastic, and there's plenty of greenery overhead. The large lawns have a very European feel. The sightseeing bus inside the zoo costs 15 yuan per person and stops on demand; it's suitable for people of all ages!
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Shanghai Happy Valley
4.7
/5
29348 reviews
7.2
From VND 962963
Based on 537 reviews
Sheshan, Songjiang University Town | 28.8 km from downtown
Phone +864006688022
Address: No.888, Linhu Road, Sheshan Town, Songjiang District, Shanghai
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Featured in 2026 China 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
Highlights:
Large-scale live-action water show | 7 themed areas
Watch animal shows up close
Saved by 2505 users15016 positive reviews
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Shanghai Happy Valley is an amusement park that seamlessly blends thrills and immersive atmosphere: by day, ride the "Peak of Heroes" ride, where the wind rushes into your throat during the 65-meter vertical drop, and the weightlessness from the twisting tracks washes away your worries; in the evening, watch the drone show, where colorful dots spell out "Happy Valley" in a shimmering glow that disappears into the night.
At night, the retro high-wheeled bicycles glow like candy, with the words "Happy Times" embedded in the rims. Warm light bathes the autumn night breeze, attracting passersby to take photos. The thrill rides are hardcore enough, while the night view is just the right amount of sweet—whether you scream until your voice is hoarse or your phone gets hot from taking pictures, you're guaranteed a whole day of joy.
Today was so much fun! I had a blast. There were lots of cosplayers tonight, the performances were fantastic, and the rides were great. The last big ride was especially enjoyable. I think it was definitely worth coming, and I'll definitely come again next year.
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