We used a walking tour from a guidebook (Frommer's) to see some of the sights in this interesting part of the city. Although we didn't visit every stop suggested, we got a good sense of the area. It was a welcome relief from some of the more crowded areas of the city.

The former French Concession area is wonderful. We walked along the HuaiHai Road, formerly known as the Avenue Joffre. It is very upmarket with lovely shops and eating places. We enjoyed the atmosphere and the historic buildings.

I thought the trip will be more of historical viewing but it turned out to be more shopping. A nice area consist of small streets and isles with well preserved building. You can wondering around this area in and out of shops for hours. Some restaurant and cafe are nice.

Nice area to wander around in. Treelined avenues. What we enjoyed most was the excellent park - Fuxing park it's called I think. Very different from anything else you'll see in China.

If you like history and tradition, there's not a lot left unless you visit with a guide who can explain it all to you (as we did - check out Harris tours) and/or visit the museum and pay close attention. If you go there on your own, expect a very pleasant and relaxing environment to wine and dine in internationally... More

Really good area for restaurants and bars. Don't expect anything traditional around here though very much the Expat community area.

Obviously popular, but I'm not one for crowds. Didn't find it all that exciting. There are a lot of restaurants/bars to choose from. There's lots of security too. Have you ever seen a Lamborghini dealership? Or a Rolls Royce dealership? If not, go look for them...near the park with the big lake...sorry I forget the name. -david

If you're tired of Chinese food and want a bit of Europe, go here. Great restaurants with western food, you will see fewer Chinese and more Europeans...upscale. clean, but more expensive food, shopping, accommodations.

Some really great bars around the French Concession. Also some really good food to be found. Things can be that little bit more expensive, but in some cases, it's worth that little bit extra. Streets are very pretty to just even stroll around.