Paramount Ballroom
Paramount Ballroom
3.5
1:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Monday
1:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Tuesday
1:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Wednesday
1:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Thursday
1:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Friday
1:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Saturday
1:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Sunday
1:00 PM - 12:30 AM
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Neighborhood: Jing'an
The heart of this neighborhood is the Jing'an Temple, while the main artery of excitement and entertainment is West Nanjing Road. Large, flashy malls, luxe residential high-rises and trendy nightlife areas can be found along West Nanjing Road, but areas off the busy street have quiet cafes and independent boutiques.
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- Jing'an Temple • 3 min walk
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3.5
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Apfelstrudelsnl
Laren, The Netherlands8 contributions
Jul 2011 • Couples
When living in Shanghai (2000-2004) we have been to the Paramount Ballroom.
We made a reservation for dinner (not sure the restaurant is still there..) and afterwards went to another floor to have some drinks and watch the local shanghainese ballroom dancing.Really different atmosphere, very much like the 1920's, real artdeco interior and music from another era..
We were the only foreigners. It was a place where locals could practice their dancing skills, you could rent special shoes for ballroom dancing and "hire" a partner if being alone and wanting to dance. Many older ladies were accompanied by younger men from the Paramount. Pitty we didn't make any pictures because it was a once in a life time experience!
Not sure this still exists, you should try! handy when you speak a little mandarin.. or ask your hotel to make a resrevation.
We made a reservation for dinner (not sure the restaurant is still there..) and afterwards went to another floor to have some drinks and watch the local shanghainese ballroom dancing.Really different atmosphere, very much like the 1920's, real artdeco interior and music from another era..
We were the only foreigners. It was a place where locals could practice their dancing skills, you could rent special shoes for ballroom dancing and "hire" a partner if being alone and wanting to dance. Many older ladies were accompanied by younger men from the Paramount. Pitty we didn't make any pictures because it was a once in a life time experience!
Not sure this still exists, you should try! handy when you speak a little mandarin.. or ask your hotel to make a resrevation.
Written June 26, 2012
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ymt888
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia1,891 contributions
Sep 2019
The Paramount ballroom is certainly one of Shanghai's most iconic landmark and filmed in movies and TV series, the most important being Shanghai Bund. It still stands as it was amidst the modern Shanghai city today. Really iconic.
Written September 16, 2019
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Janae M
8 contributions
Jan 2017 • Solo
I called today to see if this place was still kicking. The lady who answered said they are planning to reopen after Chinese New Year. I would check back after the festival to see if that's the case because in this city you never really know until you see it for yourself. I really hope they are opening soon like she said.
Written January 10, 2017
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Jefre O
Lisbon, Portugal97 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
We researched the fascinating history of this club online and went over to see it. When we arrived we found the building has been gutted and is under renovation. Could not tell if it was being restored as a landmark, museum or some other commercial property. Stop by in 2016 to see what it has become.
Written September 2, 2015
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Ziggygt
Germantown, WI159 contributions
Apr 2015 • Solo
I visited in 2010 and had a super time dancing in the ballroom. It was a beautiful place, almost magical. I recently (April 20150 returned to find it permanantly closed. The front door padalocked but ajar enough to see the lobby full of rubble. I do not think this jewel can recover from it's current condition. It was so beautfil on my previous trip that it makes me sad to thnk of the current condition
Written May 2, 2015
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peterb3333
North Sydney, Australia8 contributions
Aug 2017
I was dragged to the Paramount by my dance crazy partner but once there I totally enjoyed it. There were dance teachers available for both sexes, drinks and light snacks. The building and dance floor is amazing. One female teacher was patient enough with my bumbling efforts to get me most of the way through a tango. A first for me. Beware, entry is very expensive. Also beware that the subway stops at midnight!
Written September 3, 2017
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spencerusa
South Miami, FL494 contributions
Jul 2017 • Business
Expensive but historically accurate Art Deco restoration of the famous 1930s ballroom.
Substantial bar and tables surround the dance floor. Live entertainment begins at 8:30pm. Professional make and female dancers on hand to make you look good if you have enough courage.
Food quality was not perfect but very good, especially as food is not the main reason to go here. Best to go in a large group of friends, family or business colleagues.
Substantial bar and tables surround the dance floor. Live entertainment begins at 8:30pm. Professional make and female dancers on hand to make you look good if you have enough courage.
Food quality was not perfect but very good, especially as food is not the main reason to go here. Best to go in a large group of friends, family or business colleagues.
Written July 27, 2017
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Ziggygt
Germantown, WI159 contributions
Jun 2016 • Friends
Paramount Ballroom, is really like to go to dance lovers gathering place for decoration than ordinary ballroom good three or four grades, many district-level competitions are some dance extravaganza here, you can dance friends.
Written June 22, 2016
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Jan-n-Col
Auckland Central, New Zealand70 contributions
Hi
We will be in Shanghai in a couple of weeks. Are there still ballroom dances at Paramount Ballroom or is it just an attractive building? Thanks
When you say the Paramount is very expensive, do you remember the cost of admission? Are you required to purchased food, drinks also? Thanks! Georgia
Ziggygt
Germantown, WI159 contributions
I wax there so long ago... but whatever I paid the experience was worth it. Monica was my dance partner and she was awesome
pawpower
San Diego, CA204 contributions
Hello. Is the Paramount open to the public again? What is the entry fee on a Saturday night? And - most important - do they "rent" dance shoes for the evening? Thank you!!!
Ziggygt
Germantown, WI159 contributions
I believe it is open again. Sorry, I do not know the answer to your question. If I had the opportunity to go there I would do it in a heartbeat. I had so much fun there when I visited years ago. Bring a smooth sole shoe for backup and you should be OK. They did not understand much English when I was there in 2011 so best to bring your question printed out in Chinese from google translate, Shoes will be in metric sizes so try to find what corelates to your US shoe size. I cannot put a link here but try my youtube channel SENZIGR and look for Shanghai Ballroom in the "Dancing around the world" you can see what it was like in 2011. I had an absolute blast. Bring Chinese cash, there were no credit cards then. Hope this helps
thambrenda
Singapore, Singapore
Is this dance floor in the paramount hotel or paramount gallery hotel?
Peter L
Hong Kong, China20 contributions
I noticed there are 3 floors. Can we go between the 3 floors after admission ? or we are just limited to one single floor ?
Clemence M
Hanoi, Vietnam3 contributions
Hello, I am a French student. I would like to know more about dancing lesson. Is it possible to come and meet some teachers to ask some questions about your activity ?
jennifertong1688
El Dorado Hills, CA
I noticed you open from 1 pm. What's the cost for afternoon dance ? With partner? Thanks!
Paramount1933
Shanghai, China
580 for 1 person.
jennifertong1688
El Dorado Hills, CA
Does need reservation to the night club ? How much it cost for entering and have a dance partner ? What kind of music ? Does it play latin and ballroom music?
Paramount1933
Shanghai, China
It doesn't need to make a reservation so far. For the supper time dancing is 800RMB including the dance teacher, snacks and soft drinks. There're live bands playing different music including latin and ballroom music.
Merry J
Vancouver, Canada14 contributions
Hi Janae, Did this place reopen?
Paramount1933
Shanghai, China
Yes. It is,
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