Historic Bund façades, old-town streets and Pudong’s skyline. Two days to see Shanghai from both sides of the Huangpu.
2 daysBalanced4 stops
The Lujiazui skyline across the Huangpu River at duskPhoto Unsplash · Unsplash License (cropped for display)
Along the way4 stops
01Yuyuan & the old town
02The Bund’s buildings & river views
03Lujiazui riverside
04A riverside pause in Pudong
01
Day 1
Yuyuan & the old town → The Bund’s buildings & river views
01
Yuyuan & the old town
Allow about 120 min
Explore the old-town streets and visit the garden if you wish. Find lunch nearby, perhaps starting with xiaolongbao.
Getting thereTake the metro to Yuyuan Garden station and walk into the old town.
Before you goThe garden and surrounding shopping streets have different entry arrangements; check them separately.
02
The Bund’s buildings & river views
Allow about 90 min
Walk the promenade for river views, then look closely at the historic façades across the road. Stay for the changing evening light.
Getting thereWalk or take a short ride from the old town to the Bund, depending on your energy.
Before you goCrowd controls may apply on holidays; follow local guidance.
02
Day 2
Lujiazui riverside → A riverside pause in Pudong
01
Lujiazui riverside
Allow about 120 min
Cross to the east bank for a view back towards the Bund, with skyscrapers and river paths close by.
Getting thereTake the metro to Lujiazui, then walk towards the riverside.
Before you goIf adding an observation deck, check tickets and visibility, and allow extra queuing time.
02
A riverside pause in Pudong
Allow about 60 min
Follow an open stretch of the riverside and stop for a meal or a rest. Keep the afternoon flexible.
Getting thereContinue on foot; choose a metro station or taxi for your return based on where you finish.
Before you goFollow signs for any path closures or diversions.
This is a suggested itinerary; adjust visit lengths to your energy. Confirm opening, booking and transport arrangements with official providers before travelling.
