Shanghai

上海|240h Free Transit

At a Glance

Visa Policy
240-hour transit exemption
Best Season
Mar-May, Oct-Nov
Climate
Humid subtropical, four distinct seasons
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Top Attractions

01Historic Walk

1933 Old Millfun

1933老场坊

All Ages

Admission

Free entry

Typical Visit

1.5-2.5 hours

02Urban Landmark

Bund International Architecture Complex

万国建筑博览群

All Ages

Admission

Public exterior walking route is free; selected interiors and curated experiences may charge

Typical Visit

2-3 hours

03Built Heritage

China Art Museum

中华艺术宫

All Ages

Admission

Most permanent exhibitions are free; selected special exhibitions require separate tickets

Typical Visit

2-4 hours

04Historic Walk

Shanghai City God Temple Tourist Area

上海城隍庙旅游区

All Ages

Admission

Free public old-town area; City God Temple and Yuyuan Garden have separate ticket fees

Typical Visit

3-5 hours

05City Guide

Shanghai Disney Resort

上海迪士尼度假区

All Ages

Admission

Dynamic ticket pricing by date and season

Typical Visit

8-12 hours

06Urban Landmark

Lujiazui

陆家嘴

All Ages

Admission

Public spaces are free; tower observation decks charge separately

Typical Visit

3-4 hours

07Urban Landmark

Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street

南京路步行街

All Ages

Admission

Free public street access

Typical Visit

2-4 hours

08Urban Landmark

Oriental Pearl TV Tower

东方明珠广播电视塔

All Ages

Admission

Ticketed entry with multiple package tiers

Typical Visit

2-3 hours

09City Guide

Shanghai Science and Technology Museum

上海科技馆

All Ages

Admission

Ticketed entry with timed slots; specific rates vary by date and policy

Typical Visit

4-6 hours

10Historic Walk

Sinan Road

思南路

All Ages

Admission

Public street access is free; museums and exhibitions may have separate rules

Typical Visit

2-3 hours

11Built Heritage

Thames Town

泰晤士小镇

All Ages

Admission

Free district access; selected venues may charge separately

Typical Visit

3-4 hours

12Urban Landmark

The Bund

外滩

All Ages

Admission

Free public waterfront promenade

Typical Visit

2-3 hours

13Built Heritage

Tianzifang

田子坊

All Ages

Admission

Free entry to the lane area; shops and galleries charge separately

Typical Visit

2-3 hours

14Nature Escape

Shanghai Wild Animal Park

上海野生动物园

All Ages

Admission

Ticketed entry; rates vary by season and promotions

Typical Visit

6-8 hours

15Urban Landmark

Shanghai World Financial Center

上海环球金融中心

All Ages

Admission

Ticketed observation deck entry

Typical Visit

1.5-2.5 hours

16Historic Walk

Wukang Road

武康路

All Ages

Admission

Free public street access

Typical Visit

2.5-3.5 hours

17Cultural Stop

Xintiandi

上海新天地

All Ages

Admission

Free public district access; restaurants and venues charge separately

Typical Visit

2-4 hours

18Historic Walk

Yuyuan Garden

豫园

All Ages

Admission

Ticketed entry; seasonal pricing usually applies

Typical Visit

1.5-3 hours

19Historic Walk

Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

朱家角古镇

All Ages

Admission

Ancient town public area is generally free; selected gardens and heritage sites require separate tickets

Typical Visit

5-8 hours (full day trip)

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