Huangpu River
Huangpu River
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Matthew Y
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Jan 2020
The river bank along the Huangpu has been elevated to prevent flooding (ala New Orleans style) but they took the opportunity to make the banks along both sides of the river into a park along which you can almost literally walk from the central business district to the far suburb of Minhang. Along the river are several ferry stops that for 2 RMB you can go across the river. Go far enough past the Nanpu Bridge and you will see the former Worlds Fair site, the old power plant (there are two, a small one, and the much larger one, both decomissioned), the further away from downtown you get, the larger the parks get, and the remains of the old port are well preserved as mute testimony of the cities past (and present) importance as a seaport. The city has done a fantastic job with this underrated attraction.
Written January 24, 2020
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asthecrowsfly2
Melbourne, Australia219 contributions
Aug 2019
We visited the Huangpu River on a tour in August 2019. We had an option of taking a cruise on the river to enjoy the night lights on the buildings beside the river. The cruise went for approximately 1 hour. However, we chose to take a walk along the river and watched the same night lights from the river banks. Whether you choose to take the 1 hour cruise, or take a stroll beside the river, it is worth the time and effort to see a lovely light show. There are plenty of spots along the river to view the lights, and from the river banks, you can also see the cruise boats lit up as they float along the river. The bonus is that you're not confined to a crowded space. Very enjoyable evening.
Written June 13, 2020
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TaherAlbaghliJulian
Kuwait City, Kuwait1,982 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Huangpu River, also known as Huangxiepu or Chunshen River, is a landmark of Shanghai, separating the city into two parts, Pudong and Puxi. With a total length of 113 km. It is nice place to walk especially at night.
Written September 10, 2023
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Sara S
Oklahoma City, OK838 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
This river carries the history of Shanghai, a magnificent city. Every tourist in Shanghai would want to visit the Bund at least once during his/her stay, and that’s where one could see and feel the beauty of Huangpu River. The bridge on the north is called Wai Bai Du Bridge, China’s first modern bridge.
Written January 16, 2020
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Licia W
Halifax, UK1,469 contributions
Sep 2019
A nice experience. A great view of the illuminated buildings on the shoreline.
The river cruise took roughly an hour. We stood up for the whole trip taking (far too many) photos.
There are toilet facilities on board, and don’t forget to take a jacket or jumper as it can get a bit windy.
The river cruise took roughly an hour. We stood up for the whole trip taking (far too many) photos.
There are toilet facilities on board, and don’t forget to take a jacket or jumper as it can get a bit windy.
Written March 31, 2020
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KodoDrummer
Buenos Aires, Argentina64,824 contributions
Dec 2019
From the highest bookstore in Modu, 239 meters above sea level, we viewed Shanghai's famous Huangpu River. The beauty of the river can be better appreciated from this vantage point than by its shores.
Written January 3, 2020
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ctm7944
Phoenix, AZ16,442 contributions
Oct 2013 • Couples
The river cruise docks are a leisurely stroll down The Bund, where many boats are available for boarding both day & night from the Shilipu Wharf.
We took a evening 1 hour cruise for Y100. The evening cruises depart every half hour from 6PM till 830PM. Some also offer dinner for additional cost.
Once you arrive at the boat docking area, walk down the stairs on the street side of the promenade, which lead underground (under the promenade).
The 1 hour (no dinner) cruise can be purchased at window #4. Disreard the guy wearing a phony uniform who will attempt to lead you to the ticket window for which he is emloyed (which is more expensive).
If you are unsure of which cruise you want, an official tourist information ofice is immediately next door to the ticket windows (they speak english).
This is not something that requires pre-booking, we showed up 10 minutes prior. It is well worth it if the weather permits. You will get excellent views of both the Pudong business district & the Bund.
The longer cruises are not worth it and in my opinion, I would eat elsewhere.
We took a evening 1 hour cruise for Y100. The evening cruises depart every half hour from 6PM till 830PM. Some also offer dinner for additional cost.
Once you arrive at the boat docking area, walk down the stairs on the street side of the promenade, which lead underground (under the promenade).
The 1 hour (no dinner) cruise can be purchased at window #4. Disreard the guy wearing a phony uniform who will attempt to lead you to the ticket window for which he is emloyed (which is more expensive).
If you are unsure of which cruise you want, an official tourist information ofice is immediately next door to the ticket windows (they speak english).
This is not something that requires pre-booking, we showed up 10 minutes prior. It is well worth it if the weather permits. You will get excellent views of both the Pudong business district & the Bund.
The longer cruises are not worth it and in my opinion, I would eat elsewhere.
Written November 29, 2013
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Chickyny
Flushing, new york291 contributions
Oct 2013 • Friends
We were enticed into taken this one hour might time cruise of the river area in front of the World Financial Center, Shanghai.
We paid our guide 150 yuan per person. When we received our tickets, the price was blacked out, but just holding the ticket up in the light , it was easy to see the number "100". Strike one!
Now onto the boat, which departs of the Shiliupu Ferry Terminal. Once on board, we moved to an upper open deck for a better view, but if you tried to go to the upper most deck, the crew had the stairs roped off. If you wanted to go to this deck which had seating, the Informal charge was another 20 yuan. There was no receipt given for this charge as this was something set up by the crew. If you did not want to go to the upper most deck, you had to stand on the deck just below the upper deck. Strike Two! On this deck the front was open and there was a lounge area with seating in an enclosed structure. This area was also roped off so no one could not go into the lounge or even walk around it to reach the bow. Same deal, the crew wanted 30 yuan if you wanted to go to the bow and you could also use the lounge. Strike Three!
So if you like being taken advantage of, then by all means.
Better alternative, just walk the promenade along the river. It is well lighted, lots of places to sit facing the river and it is free. Take all the pictures you want.
We paid our guide 150 yuan per person. When we received our tickets, the price was blacked out, but just holding the ticket up in the light , it was easy to see the number "100". Strike one!
Now onto the boat, which departs of the Shiliupu Ferry Terminal. Once on board, we moved to an upper open deck for a better view, but if you tried to go to the upper most deck, the crew had the stairs roped off. If you wanted to go to this deck which had seating, the Informal charge was another 20 yuan. There was no receipt given for this charge as this was something set up by the crew. If you did not want to go to the upper most deck, you had to stand on the deck just below the upper deck. Strike Two! On this deck the front was open and there was a lounge area with seating in an enclosed structure. This area was also roped off so no one could not go into the lounge or even walk around it to reach the bow. Same deal, the crew wanted 30 yuan if you wanted to go to the bow and you could also use the lounge. Strike Three!
So if you like being taken advantage of, then by all means.
Better alternative, just walk the promenade along the river. It is well lighted, lots of places to sit facing the river and it is free. Take all the pictures you want.
Written January 6, 2014
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Karen W
Brisbane Region, Australia2,201 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
Shanghai is a city separated by the imposing Huangpu River (the main river in Shanghai), an impressive tributary of the Yangtze River (emptying into the East China Sea).
Taking a river night cruise is a relaxing way to have a panoramic view of Shanghai (where the west meets the east), with spectacular light shows and views of historic and modern building/skyscrapers, sensational.
The River is used for shipping, drinking water, tourism, fishing, drainage etc, and has numerous tunnels and bridges.
Taking a river night cruise is a relaxing way to have a panoramic view of Shanghai (where the west meets the east), with spectacular light shows and views of historic and modern building/skyscrapers, sensational.
The River is used for shipping, drinking water, tourism, fishing, drainage etc, and has numerous tunnels and bridges.
Written July 27, 2018
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willitfitinmycase
Hebden Bridge, UK169 contributions
You can book your river cruise from several places along the Bund, where you will then take a bus to your boat. The cruise we chose was Shanghai Scenery 3 and lasted for 1 hour (+ approx half an hour transfer to the boat). There are other options, 2 hours should take in both Nanpu and Yangpu bridges (1 hour takes in neither, but covers all the other sights of interest) and 3.5 hours takes you up to the junction with the Yangzi river and back. There are also evening cruises available.
For the bargain price of 50RMB each our 1 hour cruise headed out along the historic Bund and beyond, for half an hour then returned along the banks of the Pudong area, taking in the newly developing and ever changing sky-line of this rapidly growing city. There was an English commentary, describing the main points of interest, however, as we sat towards the back of the boat, we could barely hear it. Refreshments were also available on board, however, we did not sample anything from the menu.
For the bargain price of 50RMB each our 1 hour cruise headed out along the historic Bund and beyond, for half an hour then returned along the banks of the Pudong area, taking in the newly developing and ever changing sky-line of this rapidly growing city. There was an English commentary, describing the main points of interest, however, as we sat towards the back of the boat, we could barely hear it. Refreshments were also available on board, however, we did not sample anything from the menu.
Written September 15, 2008
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Angela3337
Gubei / Hongqiao / Minhang, China
Is the river cruise wheelchair accessible?
queenslanderlarry
Sydney, Australia51 contributions
Not sure.there are gang planks to use on/off.but plenty of staff to assist.if you are on a tour the guide should be able to set it up prior for you,It is well worth the trip and you see the skyline of both sides of the river plus the buildings are lit up and some have colours changing.best to take a light coat as could be cool,especially in winter.We went late October and best time of the year to visit china.Summer is HOT,winter is COLD.Even at the great wall they get snow.
Gili Jacobi
2 contributions
Hi All,
I would like to see the city from a boat on Huangpu river.
I saw there are a sightseeing ferry and some cruises on Huangpu River.
All I want is to see the view from the water like in the Seine river in Paris, no other on board attractions.
Which is more suitable to my needs? The Sightseeing Ferry or the Huangpu River Cruises?
I will also be glad if you could help me with where should I take the ship from, how to get there and how much it costs.
Thanks in advance!
Lesley B
Adelaide, Australia86 contributions
I only did the sightseeing river cruise. I stayed on the top deck the whole time and the boat went up and then down the river so I took photographs of both sides. There was not a commentary as you get on the Seine but it was still memorable. There was a big queue to get on and a rush to get off but that is China! There were refreshments if you wanted.
anapando
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Hola, voy a Shangai en Septiembre y quiero hacer el crucero nocturno. Es posible comprar los tickets el día antes en el puerto? O hay q comprar x internet? Gracias !
Carmen Clérigues
Valencia, Spain488 contributions
Puedes comprarlas allí, aunque si las compras por agencia te ahorras la cola
Basketmiracle
49 contributions
How do I book tickets on my own to go on this dinner river cruise in Shanghai? Been looking all over the web & can't seem to find how to do it?
Thanks Cherie
René R
Canton of Zurich, Switzerland76 contributions
Hello
Having been over 30 times in Shanghai, I can tel you that you can book it easily right there. All ships leave from the same place. I have never seen them full.
Your hotel can also do the booking.
You will walk anyway along the Bund and there the ships leave.
May I add one hot tip! Walk a little further up the river to the Indigo Hotel (right there has blue lights) and go up to the bar. Outside you have a phantastic view (before 10 pm - before they turn off the lights). :-)
Olga Lucia J
Cali, Colombia369 contributions
Hola, por favor me informas si hiciste el crucero nocturno, por tu cuenta o con agencia, si lo hiciste por tu cuenta, cuanto vale el boleto y donde se compran.
Gracias por la ayuda que me puedas brindar
Olga Lucia
Mario H
Germany148 contributions
Hallo
Die tickets kann man am Ufer kaufen in der Nähe vom bootplatz. Dort gibt es auch tickets für die hop on/ hop off busstour.
MikeFtLa
Fort Lauderdale, FL90 contributions
Are there any dinner cruises that offer good food?
Bowyergirl52
Sydney, Australia103 contributions
I am not sure, but I prefer food in a restaurant to those buffets
louise888316
Monterosso al Mare, Italy42 contributions
Hi, I'd really like to do the river cruise, do you know if there is a student ticket available?
Anniewhatto
Umina Beach, Australia1,547 contributions
I don't know but I am sure you could find it on their web site : )
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huangpu River
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Huangpu River:
- Shanghai Authentic Dinner and Night River Cruise with Rooftop Bar Hopping Option (From $139.60)
- Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise (From $232.54)
- 3-Hour Shanghai Bund Swift Tour with River Cruise or Skyscraper (From $112.00)
- Private Shanghai Evening Street Food Walking and Cruise Tour (From $116.60)
- Din Tai Fung Dinner and VIP Class River Cruise Experience in Shanghai (From $168.00)
- Hotels near Huangpu River:
- (1.99 mi) Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li
- (2.46 mi) Pullman Shanghai South
- (3.28 mi) Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai
- (3.64 mi) The Middle House Shanghai
- (3.09 mi) The Langham Shanghai Xintiandi
- Restaurants near Huangpu River:
- (0.30 mi) Time Roamer
- (0.78 mi) Green Vege Cafe
- (0.74 mi) Yi Ma Yi la (ZhengDa LeCheng)
- (0.74 mi) Yu XiangRen Jia (ZhengDa LeCheng)
- (0.74 mi) BiBi Ke Ganlanyou XiuXian Restaurant (ZhengDa LeCheng)
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