Downtown Shanghai Travel Guide

Shanghai

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A cityscape with a prominent AUORA building, a pedestrian pathway, and a park with red flowers.
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A busy urban street with tall buildings, billboards, and traffic lights.
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A large, historic building with a clock tower and a dome, surrounded by modern skyscrapers and a busy square with pedestrians.

The Bund

9.2/10 (2,555 reviews)
The changing fortunes of this sprawling riverside walkway are symbolic of the evolution of Shanghai itself.
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Top hotels in Downtown Shanghai

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai

5 out of 5
33 Fu Cheng Road Shanghai
The price is ₹16,029 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
₹16,029
₹18,690 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, conveniently located, great rooms with nice river views. The breakfast was fantastic. The only thing I didn’t like was the concierge service, it took a long wait for someone to show up at the desk when we needed to store my luggage, and same for retrieval. Not a 5-star hotel ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026

Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Conrad Shanghai

Conrad Shanghai

5 out of 5
789 Nanjing Road East Shanghai Shanghai
The price is ₹17,097 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹17,097
₹19,936 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nanjing Road Shopping District and People's ...
Conrad Shanghai
Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai

4.5 out of 5
505 Jiujiang Road Shanghai Shanghai
The price is ₹10,643 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
₹10,643
₹12,240 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Location was great and easily convenient"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
Grand Hyatt Shanghai

Grand Hyatt Shanghai

5 out of 5
88 Century Avenue Shanghai Shanghai
The price is ₹15,416 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
₹15,416
₹17,975 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Bund and Nanjing Road Shopping District ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"The breakfast had a huge amount of choices and there was gluten free food for my neice."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Grand Hyatt Shanghai
Regent Shanghai Pudong

Regent Shanghai Pudong

5 out of 5
210 Century Avenue Shanghai Shanghai
The price is ₹19,277 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
₹19,277
₹22,477 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (593 reviews)
"Large and comfortable room. Very convenient to the metro and airport."

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Regent Shanghai Pudong
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

5 out of 5
111 Pudong South Road Shanghai Shanghai
The price is ₹23,010 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹23,010
₹26,830 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (825 reviews)
"The Concierge Team were brilliant!"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
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Where to stay in Downtown Shanghai

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Pudong

Shanghai Disneyland© and The Bund are top sights in Pudong, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Huinan Station or Safari Park Station to see more sights in the area.

A multi-tiered pagoda with ornate railings and traditional architecture.

Jing'an

Travellers choose Jing'an for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yanchang Road Station or Circus World Station and check out top sights like Zhabei Park.

A large circular plaza with a fountain, surrounded by modern buildings and a prominent circular structure in the center.

Huangpu

Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Huangpu. Check out top attractions like Nanjing Road Shopping District and People's Square, and jump on the metro at Yuyuan Garden Station or East Nanjing Road Station to see more of the city.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a calm pond, and well-maintained greenery.

Lujiazui

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lujiazui. If sightseeing is on the list, Huarun Times Square is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station to see more of the area.

A traditional Chinese courtyard with ornate buildings, a bridge over water, and a statue.

Puxi

Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Puxi. Check out top attractions like People's Square and Nanjing Road Shopping District, and jump on the metro at Jiangsu Road Station or Library Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Shanghai Travel Guide

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