Now, although Shanghai isn’t the capital (that honour goes to Beijing), it’s certainly the biggest city in all of China. This all makes it an epic place to explore, especially with a heap of the best things to do in Shanghai that are dotted all across the city. To get more news about Shanghai travel tips, you can visit shine news official website.

Shanghai has pretty much everything you’d want from any global city. Think; amazing nightlife, absolutely tasty restaurants (always a big plus for us), stunning architecture (it’s a great blend of old and new) and a pretty amazing transport system.

This is exactly why we wanted to share some of the very best things to do in Shanghai on your next trip. Yes, there’s a shed load of things to do, but as long as you plan well, you can see a hefty chunk of places.

1.) Yu Garden
Covering an area of 20,000 square km, the Garden of Happiness acts as an oasis of calm from the sometimes chaotic streets of Shanghai.

Now, I’m a fan of busy, manic cities but even I can appreciate a bit of escapism from the hustle and bustle. This is especially true in a city the size of Shanghai.Also, as if that wasn’t enough of a lure, there are some parts of this garden that have been here since the 16th century!

2.) The Jade Buddha Temple
Located in the Anyuan Lu district, the Jade Buddha Temple is one of the most beautiful temples in Shanghai. Most of all, it’s known for its design and stunning golden statues that adorn the walls.

Looking outside, the exterior is made from traditional designs and a stunning amount of intricate detail. Honestly, if you’re a culture buff (like me), you’ll love it!
3.) The Bund Promenade
Also known as Zhongshan Lu, walking the Bund promenade is easily one of the best things to do in Shanghai, especially in the early evening.

For me, this area has a distinctly European feel and has a plethora of English and French structures (which, when you find out more about the history of Shanghai starts to make sense). Aside from the waterfront views, the Bund also has a heap of shops, restaurants, bars and galleries, too. It’s perfect if you’re looking to grab a bite to eat or to soak up that city view with a drink or two.

4.) Longhua Temple
This temple complex is the most authentic and well-preserved Song Dynasty monastery in all of Shanghai.The traditional architecture and design of this fantastic set of structures is typical of the Song era and features many pointed roofs and pagodas that are so unique.
5.) The Shanghai Museum
The Shanghai Museum stands as the most important source of ancient Chinese art in the country and is located in the immense People’s Square.This domineering stone structure provides an insightful look at Chinese art through the ages and some of its artefacts date back to the early Chinese dynasties.Separated into sections, you can see bronze creations, sculptures, ceramics, jades, calligraphy, together with prized furniture from the Ming and Qing dynasties.
6.) The Oriental Pearl Tower
This iconic tower (that tall pink one in the photo above with two huge ‘balls’ in the middle of it) has a totally unique design and is one of the most memorable icons of Shanghai.With 15 different observation decks and a revolving restaurant, the Oriental Pearl it’s a fascinating spot to visit in and of itself. Though, the real reason why you have to visit is for the absolutely epic views over Shanghai.
7.) People’s Square
As the main square of Shanghai, this open space is hugely important and is a great location to start your tour of the city (though that is by no means essential to planning your itinerary, of course). In the centre of the square is the beautiful People’s Park dotted with fountains.