Tian Zi Fang
Tian Zi Fang
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Neighborhood: Luwan
How to get there
- Dapuqiao • 3 min walk
- Madang Road • 10 min walk
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- Zfy EdSingapore, Singapore10,995 contributionsNice place to see and indulge the local lifestyle and culture!Tianzifang is one of the popular tourist destinations in Shanghai for shopping and experiencing local culture and lifestyle. It is located in the old French concession area. The area has mainly retained the "authentic and original" feeling because it has not been reconstructed or rebuilt. Instead visitors will get to see buildings, shophouses, alleys and streets of the old French concession area with Chinese "culture". It has now become famous as a "rabbit warren" of arts and crafts shops, with restaurants, bars, cafes, souvenir and boutique shops etc. It has become touristy but still a good place to have a feel of the local touch. I enjoy walking around in the small lanes around the old ancient buildings with beautiful decorations as it is quite difficult to find them these days due to the city redevelopment!Visited May 2024Traveled with familyWritten June 25, 2024
- Willem MAmsterdam, The Netherlands21 contributionsGreat stroll around TianzifangGreat to stroll around the alleys of Tianzifang. You may find many souvenirs, ranging from Chopsticks to Chinese tea and traditional clothes. Note however, that you won’t be the only tourist wandering around and the souvenirs are somewhat overpriced.Visited September 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten September 8, 2024
- Heather JPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania100 contributionsLaughter & Beauty in the Tianzifang AlleysI would definitely recommend this area to anyone traveling or currently living in Shanghai! It’s one of my top places to frequent, honestly. There are many options for food/drink and places to sit outside and enjoy the weather. Currently, a few places have heaters outside and I’ve had the opportunity to sit, be warm and enjoy warm drinks. I’ve visited two shops and got reasonable priced items: a sweatshirt and a few bottles of perfume. Staff at the various places I’ve visited are kind. I’d recommend: Butler & Whites 🍻 Yes, it can be a bit crowded (at times) but that isn’t the full description or experience. The alleys are small and other people are taking in the beauty and small shops. I’d recommend an afternoon for lunch or later in the evening. The peak times for this area vary. Have fun!Visited December 2024Traveled soloWritten December 8, 2024
- ИгорьKomsomolsk-on-Amur, Russia32,335 contributionsTwo hectaresThis block is compactly located in the south of the former French concession. This land, which was by the standards of the time quite far from the city centre, used to contain abandoned factory warehouses. But then Chinese artists Er Dongqiang, Chen Yifei, and Huang Yunyu moved in and gradually transformed the area – thus turning Tianzifang into one of Shanghai’s first art parks. Now there is a historic art park in the cramped alleyways of late 19th century Chinese style. On an area of only two hectares there are about a hundred workshops producing a variety of art and interior objects, modern design studios. There are more than half a hundred European restaurants, excellent bars and jewellery boutiques. And of course there are many shops where you can buy both souvenirs and artworks.Visited December 2024Traveled with familyWritten January 2, 2025
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Pom Pom
Milan, Italy119 contributions
Aug 2023
Beautiful labyrinth of streets full of little shops and very characteristic.
If you want to eat something fantastic, stop by Panda Restaurant and bar, a discovery where to recover from the heat we were able to relax and eat (at very honest prices) excellent cuisine made on the spot by a very kind owner. We ate at the bar counter, but also the internal room on the first floor with everything in a beautiful panda theme.
If you want to eat something fantastic, stop by Panda Restaurant and bar, a discovery where to recover from the heat we were able to relax and eat (at very honest prices) excellent cuisine made on the spot by a very kind owner. We ate at the bar counter, but also the internal room on the first floor with everything in a beautiful panda theme.

Written August 18, 2023
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Andylkj
Singapore, Singapore100 contributions
Jun 2021 • Solo
Recommended place for an afternoon. Nice small streets with small shops lining both sides. Little streets to turn into that you can explore. Little bars that you can hop in for a drink or cafes for tea and coffee.
Cool Knick knacks that can be picked up at affordable prices though it can get busy at times.
The small streets may not be the easiest to roll a pram so young families beware
Cool Knick knacks that can be picked up at affordable prices though it can get busy at times.
The small streets may not be the easiest to roll a pram so young families beware
Written July 24, 2021
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Kayjayell
Wicklow, Ireland390 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
If you saw most of the touristy items for sale in any other part of the world you probably wouldn’t buy them but while here we did as that was what we were here for!!
Tiny laneways with small craft shops, food counters and souvenir shops. This is 20 mts from the metro so easy to get to and great to stroll around. Whatever you want make sure you haggle for it as it is worth the effort. Leather and Cashmere shops display prices so these are fixed price but try haggling everywhere else.
This is spread over a few blocks so give yourself time to have a good look around.
Plenty of food counters but we didn’t try any but if it looks good to you give it a go!
Tiny laneways with small craft shops, food counters and souvenir shops. This is 20 mts from the metro so easy to get to and great to stroll around. Whatever you want make sure you haggle for it as it is worth the effort. Leather and Cashmere shops display prices so these are fixed price but try haggling everywhere else.
This is spread over a few blocks so give yourself time to have a good look around.
Plenty of food counters but we didn’t try any but if it looks good to you give it a go!
Written January 7, 2020
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Dane A
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Aug 2024 • Solo
TianziFang is a lovely area with little alleys and shops. But I am quite disappointed there is not much local food or craft to be found here. Also very little craftsmanship. Most of the items being sold can be bought in taobao for 1/3 of the price. (See photo) I did enjoy my afternoon here though. Just be careful where you spend your money so you don’t feel ripped off.
Written August 18, 2024
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Darren M
Perth, Australia147 contributions
Aug 2019
We visited at night time to fill in a few hours and have some dinner. It was nice just top wander around the alley ways, not knowing what was around the next corner. We ate at Bohemia Cafe and Bar and were very disappointed with both service and the food. Was a little difficult getting a cab at the end of the night, but still a nice spot to visit
Written June 30, 2020
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SLE811
113 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Most people recommend Xintiandi and Tianzifang as Shanghai attractions. If time only permit you to go one place only, I would prefer Tianzifang. It is narrow, crowded and more lively. Lots of street food and nice souvenirs.
Written January 25, 2020
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Joanne H
London, UK1,024 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I enjoyed doing some last-minute souvenir shopping in Tianzifang. It's a nice little area with all the usual Chinese souvenirs on offer (tea, silk, jade, pottery, etc). Worth popping by. Go early, it'll be quieter.
Written October 25, 2023
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Jo-Ann
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia17,011 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
I LOVED this area of Shanghai. Full of excitement. I get to make my own lipstick. You can have your cheongsam/qipao custom made here. Plenty of interesting shops and cafes. The little lanes all over are interesting enough to explore. Ohh and food are in abundance here too. We tried homemade potato noodles. Yum!
Written October 23, 2019
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Christian M
Copenhagen, Denmark6,223 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Tianzifang is a small area in the Former French Concession (FFC) that might have once been charming, but now primarily consists of shops selling tourist trinkets and pushy vendors.
However, you can still grab a snack at one of the Chinese food stalls, like a freshly made rice pancake with egg, leek, and shrimp. Delicious.
However, you can still grab a snack at one of the Chinese food stalls, like a freshly made rice pancake with egg, leek, and shrimp. Delicious.
Written June 7, 2024
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Leesah65
Singapore, Singapore133 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
I had been to Tian Zi Fang a few times but not in the past few years.
I was glad to find the place retaining its charm.
Other than the bustling atmosphere of old lanes, this is also a good shopping place. The variety of boutiques, art and craft shops, local food stores and restaurants is quite dazzling.
I think everyone can find something here to remind one of old Shanghai. For the not so romantic, there is enough modern ware to keep one interested.
To really appreciate Tian Zi Fang, one should allow at least 4-5 hours, with time for a meal.
I was glad to find the place retaining its charm.
Other than the bustling atmosphere of old lanes, this is also a good shopping place. The variety of boutiques, art and craft shops, local food stores and restaurants is quite dazzling.
I think everyone can find something here to remind one of old Shanghai. For the not so romantic, there is enough modern ware to keep one interested.
To really appreciate Tian Zi Fang, one should allow at least 4-5 hours, with time for a meal.
Written November 14, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Yes this place is ok. There is a Cat cafe with 12 pretty cats too but this place is v pack on weekends so not advisable to bring pets. Even human also need to squeeze in the crowd.
Written November 22, 2019
What time do the shops in Tian Zi Fang open?
Written September 23, 2018
Hello,
Usually the shops are open till 9 sometimes 10. Restaurants are open till later. But some days it closes around 8.
Written September 23, 2018
Till what time at night the market is open?
Written October 25, 2016
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