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Shanghai Circus World
As featured in 3 days in Shanghai and 1 other guide
Ollie #1 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 146 reviews

The Shanghai Circus World is a large, indoor modern circus that showcases performances. The performance targeted at travellers is ERA - Intersection of Time, a journey into the... more »

Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  3.5 miles from city center
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Riverside Promenade (Bingjiang Da Dao)
As featured in 3 days in Shanghai and 1 other guide
Ollie #2 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 120 reviews
Owner description: The riverside walk along the Bund may be busy and crowded during the day, but with good reason - it's simply a must when in Shanghai for...... more » Owner description: The riverside walk along the Bund may be busy and crowded during the day, but with good reason - it's simply a must when in Shanghai for people-watching and getting a good feel for the city. « less
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  1.4 miles from city center
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Bund International Architecture Exhibition
Ollie #3 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 131 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
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The Bund (Wai Tan)
As featured in 3 days in Shanghai and 1 other guide
Ollie #4 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 980 reviews

The Bund is a symbol of Shanghai and an epitome of Shanghai's modern history.  From the Oriental Pearl TV Tower you can see the Bund. The Bund is very famous, especially at night... more »

Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
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Shanghai World Financial Center
As featured in 3 days in Shanghai
Ollie #5 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 398 reviews
Owner description: Three observation decks offer different experiences at the 94th, 97th, and 100th floors. The 100th floor is the highest observatory in the world, with...... more » Owner description: Three observation decks offer different experiences at the 94th, 97th, and 100th floors. The 100th floor is the highest observatory in the world, with transparent glass-walled walkways. « less
Attraction type  Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  1.8 miles from city center
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Happy Valley of Shanghai
As featured in Shanghai for young kids
Ollie #6 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 271 reviews
Owner description: Happy Valley Shanghai is a theme park consisting of seven themes: Happy Times, Typhoon Bay, Sunshine Beach, Ant Kingdom, Gold Mine Town, Shanghai...... more » Owner description: Happy Valley Shanghai is a theme park consisting of seven themes: Happy Times, Typhoon Bay, Sunshine Beach, Ant Kingdom, Gold Mine Town, Shanghai Beach and Shangri-la Woods. Offering plenty of thrill rides for adults, Ant Kingdom is best for younger kids. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  17.8 miles from city center
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Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)
As featured in 3 days in Shanghai and 1 other guide
Ollie #7 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 336 reviews
Owner description: This elegant museum, opened in 1996, features eleven state-of-the-art galleries housing China’s international-standard exhibits of bronzes, paintings,...... more » Owner description: This elegant museum, opened in 1996, features eleven state-of-the-art galleries housing China’s international-standard exhibits of bronzes, paintings, sculpture, ceramics, jade and Ming and Qing dynasty furniture. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Art Museums; Museums
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
Expo 2010 China Pavilion
Ollie #8 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 274 reviews
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
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Shanghai History Museum
Ollie #9 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 114 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  1.5 miles from city center
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Tian Zi Fang
Ollie #10 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4 of 5 stars 434 reviews

.                   Make sure you go to Esther Bears Teddy Bear Shop/Museum/ Thai Cafe and try and get a table on one of the balconies.  From there you get a good view of the... more »

Attraction type  Shops; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.6 miles from city center
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Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu)
As featured in 3 days in Shanghai
Ollie #11 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4 of 5 stars 983 reviews

The Oriental Pearl TV Tower is without a doubt Shanghai's most recognized landmark. It rises 1,500  feet (457 meters) in Shanghai's newest district of Pudong.   The tower hold up... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Observation Decks/ Towers; Architectural Buildings
Distance  1.6 miles from city center
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Pearl of the Orient Cruise Ship Terminal
Ollie #12 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 74 reviews
Attraction type  Marinas; Ships
Distance  1.6 miles from city center
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Shanghai Acrobatic Dome
Ollie #13 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 78 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
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Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall
As featured in 3 days in Shanghai
Ollie #14 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 78 reviews

The Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall is located in People Square , a short walk from Shanghai Museum and adjacent to the Shanghai Municipal Government Building . On the... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.2 miles from city center
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Garden of Contentment (Yu Yuan Garden)
As featured in 3 days in Shanghai and 2 other guides
Ollie #15 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4 of 5 stars 573 reviews
Owner description: This five-acre garden consists of six sections separated by boundary walls: Grand Rockery, Ten Thousand-Flower Pavilion, Hall of Heralding Spring,...... more » Owner description: This five-acre garden consists of six sections separated by boundary walls: Grand Rockery, Ten Thousand-Flower Pavilion, Hall of Heralding Spring, Hall of Jade Magnificence, Inner Garden and Lotus Pool. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  1.2 miles from city center
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Jin Mao Tower
Ollie #16 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4 of 5 stars 171 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Observation Decks/ Towers; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Resort Communities; Specialty Museums
Distance  1.7 miles from city center
Shanghai Metro
Ollie #17 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
Attraction type  Public Transportation Systems
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
As featured in Day trips from Shanghai
Ollie #18 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4 of 5 stars 231 reviews
Owner description: Zhujiajiao is an ancient water town also known as the "pearl stream." Best known for its bridges, built during Ming and Qing Dynasties, the various...... more » Owner description: Zhujiajiao is an ancient water town also known as the "pearl stream." Best known for its bridges, built during Ming and Qing Dynasties, the various spans are built of wood, marble and stone. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Bund Valentine Wall
Ollie #19 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 42 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water; Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
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Old French Concession
As featured in Shanghai for free
Ollie #20 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 97 reviews
Owner description: A residential area of Shanghai once designated for the French, the French Concession is popular with tourists and expats, and appreciated for its...... more » Owner description: A residential area of Shanghai once designated for the French, the French Concession is popular with tourists and expats, and appreciated for its cafes, tree-lined avenues, and tudor houses. « less
Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas
Distance  1.5 miles from city center
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