22 fantastic things to do around Shankang Li
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22 fantastic things to do around Shankang Li

The sleek renovation of an old construction materials market into the Shankang Li food and drink hub has put the spotlight back on this Jingan neighbourhood already buzzing with cafés, restaurants and bars. While the new complex is continuing to fill up with venues, it’s already...
The best things to do on Yuyuan Lu
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The best things to do on Yuyuan Lu

With tons of good eats and plenty of shops, a day on Yuyuan Lu is a must for Shanghai visitors and veterans alike. From high-end shopping to Art Deco masterpieces, and plenty of spots to stop and eat in between, here are a few of the...
Zhongshan Park
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Zhongshan Park

Zhongshan Park The large Zhongshan Park is an all-round classic Chinese park, with requisite leafy walkways, ballroom dancers and random fairground rides – and it’s close to Jingan and the French Concession. The central grassy area, may not have the most perfect grass in the world,...
Soong Chingling’s Mausoleum
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Soong Chingling’s Mausoleum

Soong Chingling’s Mausoleum Though it might seem odd to suggest lazing around in a graveyard on a sunny day, this is actually one of the more beautiful and peaceful little parks in town, with a shady tree-lined glade where you can lie on the grass free...
Things to do in Shanghai with your parents
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Things to do in Shanghai with your parents

It was bound to happen at some point, wasn’t it? A message from your mum appears on your phone screen: ‘Hey, we’re coming to visit next month! Wait. Do we need a visa? [smiley face] [smiley face] [Chinese flag]’. Whether they’re coming from the other side...
21 top things to do on Nanchang Lu
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21 top things to do on Nanchang Lu

Meandering between Shanghai thoroughfare Fuxing Lu and glitzy shopping street Huaihai Lu, Nanchang Lu easily flies under the radar – but it’s got a whole lot going for it. Offering some light relief from all the megacity bustle, the sleepy, tree-lined street (that turns vibrant hues...
19 brilliant things to do on Changle Lu
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19 brilliant things to do on Changle Lu

While not as talked about as the contentious Tianzifang or expat hub Wulumuqi Lu, Changle Lu’s still got plenty going for itself. The street is stable, yet constantly changing – there are venues that have been around for years, but also tons of little here-today-gone-tomorrow boutiques that add to...
Yuz Museum
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Yuz Museum

Yuz Museum The West Bund Art area is quickly challenging (or even surpassing) the much loved urban ghetto M50 for the top art hotspot in Shanghai. The Yuz Museum plays no small part in this, offering 9000 square metres of gallery space set inside an old...