Top attractions and entertainment sites in Shanghai for first-time travelers

Shanghai is a city where tradition meets modernity. Explore iconic landmarks, experience the charms of old Shanghai, and enjoy the city's vibrant, fashionable atmosphere. From cultural streets to exciting entertainment venues, Shanghai offers a unique blend of history and contemporary urban life that is sure to captivate visitors.

Q: What are the must-see attractions and entertainment spots in Shanghai?

• Shanghai Oriental Pearl TV tower
• Shanghai Tower
• Shanghai Yuyuan garden
• Wukang Road
• Shanghai Zoo
• Shanghai Wild Animal Park
• Shanghai Botanical Garden
• Shanghai Chenshan Botanical Garden
• Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park
• Shanghai Natural History Museum
• Shanghai Twin Hills
• Shanghai Disney
• Shanghai L*SNOW Indoor Skiing Theme Resort
• Lego Land Shanghai Resort
• Peppa Pig World of Play
• Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
• Shanghai Fengjing Old Town

Reservations:

Q: Which sites in Shanghai require real-name reservations or tickets?

A: While most A-level tourist attractions, museums, and art galleries in Shanghai do not require reservations, some popular spots and cultural venues do need real-name reservations or ticket purchases.

Sites where real-name reservations are required are:

• Shanghai Museum
• Shanghai Children's Library
• Shanghai Meteorology Museum
• Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center
• WorldSkills Museum
• Shanghai Telecom Museum
• Museum for Oriental Musical Instruments of Shanghai Conservatory of Music
• Shanghai Red Cross Historical and Cultural Exhibition Hall

Sites where real-name tickets are required:

• Shanghai Oriental Pearl TV Tower
• Shanghai Wild Animal Park
• 88th Floor Sightseeing Hall of Shanghai Jinmao Tower
• Shanghai Tower Shanghai Top Observation Hall
• Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
• China Maritime Museum
• Shanghai Yuyuan garden
• Shanghai Lavender Park (South Park)
• Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park
• Madame Tussauds Shanghai
• Shanghai Changfeng Ocean World
• Shanghai Jewish Refugee Memorial
• Shanghai Wendaoyuan
• Shanghai Guyi Garden
• Jinshan City Beach
• Shanghai Blooming Garden
• Shanghai Happy Valley
• Shanghai Sun Yat-sen Former Residence Memorial Hall
• Soong Ching-ling memorial residence in Shanghai
• Shanghai Astronomy Museum
• Shanghai Natural History Museum