Complete travel guide to Shanghai Everything you need to know

Shanghai is one of the most industrial cities in China and in terms of progress and development, it competes with big cities like Paris and New York. This city, which is on the path of growth and development at a dizzying speed, contains some of the best tourist attractions in China and for this reason is considered one of the most touristic cities in China. It doesn’t matter if your trip to this city is for business or pleasure, you will need a Shanghai travel guide anyway. In this regard, we recommend the following article from tourism magazine Fly Today read the

Introducing the city of Shanghai

Shanghai from The most famous cities in China With a population of more than 23 million people (of which 9 million are immigrants), it has the title of the largest and most developed city in this land. During the 1930s, Shanghai was considered the largest and richest city in the Far East. In the last 20 years, this city has become an attractive and spectacular city for tourists from all over the world.

Shanghai’s hosting of the World Expo 2010 and breaking its record for the largest number of visitors in the history of world events once again drew the attention of the whole world to this city, and the trip to Shanghai again became one of the most popular trips among tourists.

Shanghai is divided into two parts by the Huangpu River. The main part of this area is called Puxi in the west of the river, and Pudong in the east of this river. Established since the 19th century, Puxi is older than Pudeng and the growth of this part of the city started from the 1980s onwards.

Shanghai is a charming combination of East and West, and by visiting it, you can see the historical houses known as shikumen, which are a combination of Chinese house style with European design characteristics. Also, these houses depict the richest collection of Art Deco buildings in the world.

General information about traveling to Shanghai

The items presented in the table below are some of the most essential information that you must remember when traveling to Shanghai, China:

Shanghai weather

Shanghai is at the same latitude as New Orleans, Port Brisbane and Cairo and has a subtropical climate. The air temperature at noon is between 35 and 36 degrees Celsius and the humidity is very high. So in this city you have to change your clothes all the time.

Also, during the summer, you will witness strange thunderstorms and it is better to have an umbrella with you. Sometimes you may experience seasonal tornadoes between July (early July) and September (early October), but these tornadoes that blow from the China Sea are not very common.

In winter, the air temperature during the day rarely exceeds 10 degrees Celsius and usually falls below zero at night. It rarely snows in the city during winter, but the public transport system can be disrupted due to storms.

Although the air temperature does not drop much in winter, the combination of cold winds with high humidity makes it extremely difficult to bear the cold. Spring in Shanghai is usually cloudy and rainy, and autumn is generally mild and relatively warm.

The best time to travel to Shanghai

In terms of weather, October and November are the best time to visit Shanghai. During these two months, Shanghai has a very favorable weather, and considering that the number of tourists is at its lowest, walking around the city will be more enjoyable.

Shanghai also has pleasant weather in spring, and if you avoid traveling on public holidays, traveling to Shanghai in spring will be extremely pleasant. Regarding the best time to visit Shanghai, keep in mind that since Shanghai is a commercial city, hotel rates are lower on weekends compared to normal weekdays. If you plan to buy a Shanghai tour, be sure to pay attention to the timing of your trip.

Ways to travel to Shanghai

Considering the long distance between Iran and China, the only way to travel to this city is to buy a plane ticket to Shanghai. Flights from Iran to Shanghai are generally non-stop and the duration of the flight is determined according to the amount and number of stops along the way. Mahan Air, Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Air from The most popular and active airlines for Shanghai flights In the meantime, only Mahan Air flights are non-stop. Note that you can reach other Chinese cities from Shanghai by train, car, bus, ferry, and plane.

The best airports in Shanghai

Shanghai has two main airports, Pudong International Airport and Hongqiao International Airport, and all flights land in one of these two airports. These airports are one hour away from each other by taxi, and if you want to travel the distance between them by subway, you will be on the way for almost 2 hours. You can also use shuttle buses to move between the two airports. In the following, these two airports are introduced in detail:

Pudong International Airport

Pudong International Airport is the main airport of Shanghai. This airport is 40 kilometers from the east of Shanghai and meets all your expectations of an international airport. Pudong Airport has two terminals and free shuttle buses are used to travel between these two terminals. The access methods from Pudong International Airport to Shanghai city center are:

• Mugello: Depending on your final route, Maglu trains are the fastest way to reach your destination. For example, a journey that takes 20 minutes by subway can be completed in 7.5 minutes by Maglo. Magluos only have one stop, so it can be a good option if you plan to go directly from the airport to Shanghai People’s Square. Magloha station is located between Terminal 1 and 2 of the airport.
• subway: You can go to People’s Square (Shanghai city center) via subway line 2. The working hours of the metro are from 6:30 to 21:00 and it takes nearly an hour to travel from the terminal to the city center.
• the bus: You will be 90 minutes by bus from Pudong Airport to Shanghai People’s Square. These buses are available 24 hours a day and their fare is 15 to 30 yuan. Keep in mind that if you arrive at the airport during peak hours of the day, use the subway to avoid delays at the airport.
• taxi: The most convenient and at the same time the most expensive way to get to downtown Shanghai is to use a taxi. The cost of taxis is determined by the odometer, and their fare increases by 35% at midnight.

Hongqiao International Airport

Hongqiao International Airport is older than Pudong Airport. Many domestic and international flights are operated through this airport. This airport is the largest transportation center in the world with its bus terminal, train station, maglev station, metro station and taxi.

Hongqiao Airport has two terminals; Terminal 2 is newer and is located next to Hongqiao train station, but Terminal 1, which is small and old, is two kilometers east of Terminal 2. From Hongqiao Airport, you can reach the city center using the following vehicles:

• the bus: Although Hongqiao Airport has several shuttle bus lines, most local public buses also pass through the airport. For this purpose, you can take buses 806, 807, 1207, 941 and 316.
• subway: Metro lines 2 and 10 can be used to commute to Hongqiao Airport. Line 2 is only available at Terminal 2, but you can access Line 10 from both terminals.
• taxi: Taxis cover the distance of 12 kilometers from the airport to the city center in between 20 and 30 minutes.
• train: Shanghai Hongqiao train station is the station of Shanghai high-speed trains that go from the west of this city to Terminal 2 of Hongqiao Airport. You can walk between Terminal 2 of the airport and the train station, or take the subway line 2 or 10 and get off the subway after one stop. It is not possible to walk from Terminal 1 to the train station, so be sure to take the subway and get off the subway after passing through two stations.

Travel expenses to Shanghai

Many factors, including the style of travel, the hotel you choose to stay, and the flight class of the plane ticket, affect the cost of traveling to Shanghai. If you are into luxury travel and prefer in The best 5-star hotels in Shanghai Stay, of course you have to spend a lot of money for travel. To see the cost of flights and Shanghai hotel reservationyou can go to the Fly Today website and roughly estimate your travel expenses. Also, keep in mind that the minimum you will spend on a meal in a restaurant in Shanghai is $6, and the cost of fast food like a McDonald’s sandwich will be the same. The cost of a one-way ticket for public transportation is $0.6, and taxi fares start at $2.30 per kilometer.

Guide to Public Transportation in Shanghai

As one of the largest and most important cities in China, Shanghai has one of the most advanced and best public transportation systems in China and the world. If you plan to stay in Shanghai for a few days, we recommend you to buy Jiaotong cards to reduce the cost of your transportation in the city. You can use this card in bus, metro, maglev and even taxis. These cards are sold at metro stations and grocery stores such as Alldays and KeDi. In the following, Shanghai’s public vehicles are introduced in detail:

Mugello train Shanghai’s fastest public transport

Maglu is not only one of the fastest public transports in the city, but riding it is also one of the best things to do in Shanghai. This vehicle can be found in very few cities in the world! The main route of this high-speed train is Longyang station on subway line 2 to Pudong International Terminal. Mughals cover this 30 km route in just 8 minutes and their speed sometimes reaches 430 km per hour.

Shanghai Metro Easy access to the important points of the city

Shanghai has 12 subway lines that connect the important places of the city of Shanghai with each other and it is mainly located near the important places and the main centers of the city. 7 to 9:30 in the morning and 4:30 to 7:30 in the evening are the busiest hours of the metro. You can already Shanghai subway map and use this vehicle to travel in the city.

Intra-city buses Cheap means of transportation in Shanghai

In Shanghai, the bus is cheaper than the subway and has a wider network. Bus lines that start with the number 3 are night buses that start working after 11:00. Although the buses move slower than the subway and all their signs are in Chinese, some of them have guides and by using them, you can use these vehicles to move around the city more easily.

Taxi Worry-free shipping in Shanghai

Currently, there are more than 50,000 taxis in the city, and you can get a taxi from almost any part of Shanghai you can think of. Regarding traveling by taxi, be sure to remember that before the trip, prepare the exact address of the place you want to go to and show it to the driver; Most taxi drivers only speak Chinese and you will have a hard time.

Tourist buses Travel to the sightseeing spots of Shanghai

These types of vehicles are open-top buses that take you to all the sights of the city, including Jade Buddha temples, Pearl Tower, People’s Square, etc. Several different companies offer tourist bus services with different routes and packages, and most of these buses depart from Shanghai Stadium East Station.

Ship | A trip to the walking part of Shanghai

Nanpu Bridge, Yangpu Bridge, Xupu Bridge, Lupu Bridge and several other tunnels on the Huangpu River connect Pudeng and Puxi districts. If you plan to go from the old part of Shanghai to the new part, the boats of this river will be a good option for you. In addition to enjoying the stunning scenery of the Huangpu River, you can get yourself some puxi or pudding without getting stuck in traffic. Huangpu River ferries depart every 10 minutes and take only 5 minutes to cross the river.

Buying a SIM card in Shanghai

If you don’t want to First mobile roaming or use Irancell on foreign trips, you can buy a SIM card of the same country from local operators immediately after reaching your destination. China Unicom, China Mobile and China Telecom are three active operators in China, and you can buy their SIM cards to reduce your expenses when traveling to Shanghai. SIM cards of these operators can be purchased from the official representative store at the airport or shopping malls in Shanghai.

Why travel to Shanghai? | Introducing the best places to visit in Shanghai

Where to go on a trip to Shanghai and which of its tourist attractions to visit depends on the time you have and your interests. But if you are traveling to this city for the first time, it is better to include visiting the following places in your itinerary:

Shanghai Disneyland Shanghai Disneyland

One of the few branches of Disneyland and from The best Disneylands in the world Located in Shanghai. This place is one of those tourist attractions in Shanghai that both adults and children will enjoy visiting. This theme park was opened in 2016 and is the sixth Disneyland park in the world. It is interesting to know that the highest fairy peak in the world is located in this park and its other parts also delight not only children but also adults.

Yuyuan Garden Yuyuan Garden

Yuyuan Garden is located in the northeast of the old part of Shanghai, China, next to the City of God Temple. This garden was originally built in 1559 by Pan Yunduan of the Ming dynasty for the comfort of his father in his old age. Pan Yunduan began the project after failing one of the imperial exams, but his appointment as governor of Sichuan halted construction of the complex for nearly twenty years, until 1577. Yuyuan Garden was the largest and most prestigious garden in Shanghai in its era.

Jade Buddha Temple The Jade Buddha Temple

Jade Buddha is a Buddhist temple in Shanghai. This temple was built in 1882 and two Buddha statues made of jade were brought to this temple from Myanmar. One of them is a sitting Buddha, which is 1.95 meters high and weighs 3 tons, and the other Buddha is lying down and depicts the death of the Buddha.

Shanghai Museum The Shanghai Museum

The Shanghai Museum was established in 1952. In this museum, which is considered the most important museum in Shanghai, classical Chinese art is exhibited. In addition to the works kept in this museum, the architecture of its building is also considered a work of art and is worth seeing.

Eastern Pearl Tower The Oriental Pearl Tower

This tower is located next to the Huangpu River in Shanghai. This 14-story tower has a revolving restaurant, a hotel at a height of 140 to 230 meters above the ground, 9 TV channels and 10 FM channels, and its architecture is somewhat similar to Milad Tower in Tehran.

People’s Square People’s Square

People’s Square is a large square in the Huangpu district of Shanghai. This square was originally a horse racing track, but after the Chinese Communist Party banned betting and horse racing, part of it became People’s Square. Currently, the Shanghai Museum is one of the The most visited museums in the world is located in this square.

Jin Mao Tower Jin Mao Tower and Skywalk

Jinmao Tower with 421 meters height and 88 floors was considered the third tallest tower in China in 2009. The name of this tower means golden success in Chinese. This tower has a hotel and floors for office units.

Arcades and shopping centers of Shanghai

One of the best activities that you can experience while traveling to Shanghai is shopping in the shopping centers of this city. Nanjing Street and Huai Hai Street are 2 important streets of this city, which are also considered as shopping places for local people. Nanjing is a one-kilometer-long street filled with shops and stores, making it a great place for a cheap shopping experience in Shanghai.

The locals themselves generally walk down Nanjing Street to reach Huai Hai Street. This street is also a busy market where shops with expensive goods can be found in abundance. For luxury boutique shopping, head west to Nanjing Road near Jing’an Temple. Several large shopping centers such as Plaza 66, Citic Plaza and other shopping centers with reputable names in the fashion industry are located in this area. Shopping center number 3 is another luxury shopping center where many famous brands such as Giorgio Armani sell their products.

To buy electronics, you can go to Bu Ye Cheng Communications Market, which is one of the best mobile shopping centers in Shanghai. The well-known sellers of this shopping center allow you to test your desired mobile phone before buying. To go to this shopping center, you can take Shanghai subway line 1 and get off at exit 4. Then turn left and go to the big golden building of this mall.

To buy clothes in Shanghai, you can take subway line 2 at the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum. The most famous clothing market in Shanghai “E. P. It’s Shin Young’s new fashion market. You can find all kinds of clothes in this shopping center. Although the goods of this shopping center are a bit expensive, you have many options for shopping and you can buy all kinds of software, games and electronic devices from this shopping center in addition to clothes.

Another suitable option for buying clothes is Pearl Plaza. In addition to being a unique shopping center, Pearl Plaza also has an entertainment aspect for its regular customers. Small boutiques in the French Quarter are also other good places to shop in Shanghai. Some of these boutiques are run by individual and independent designers of clothes, jewelry and other items, and sometimes you can find very special and unique items among their designs.

The best hotels in Shanghai to stay

Considering that the variety of hotels in Shanghai is very high, tourists will not face any special challenges to stay in this city, and by examining different options, they can find a suitable accommodation for their needs and budget. In the following, we have introduced some of the best hotels in Shanghai. To book these hotels and get more information about them, you can go to the page Foreign hotel reservation refer to

The best 5 and 4 star hotels in Shanghai

• Shanghai Deco Hotel
• Shanghai Paradise Hotel
• Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Songjiang Fangta an IHG Hotel
• Starr Hotel Shanghai
• Mercure Shanghai Royalton
• Royal International Hotel Shanghai
• and…

The best 3 and 2 star hotels in Shanghai

• Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Chongming an IHG Hotel
• Hanting Hotel Shanghai Jiangning Road New Branch
• Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Gongkang an IHG Hotel
• Hanting Express Shangnan Shanghai Hotel
• Shanghai Fish Inn Bund Hotel
• Fish Inn East Nanjing Road Hotel
• and…

The best neighborhoods in Shanghai

If you are looking for a pure and different experience in traveling to China, Shanghai tour It can be a great option. With a fascinating mix of history and modernity, Shanghai has a variety of neighborhoods to stay in, each of which gives you its own vibe. Huangpu, Pudong, Putuo, Jing’an and Shuhui districts are among the areas, each of which brings you different advantages of staying. Having the right accommodation price for any budget will provide you with access to the city’s sights and even shopping in Shanghai.

The best restaurants in Shanghai

One of the most important things that can introduce you to the rich culture of China and Shanghai is to try the local food of Shanghai. Since the city is located at the mouth of the Long River in China, people in Shanghai are very fond of eating fresh and diverse seafood.

Also, the city of Shanghai is located in the heart of the region in China that produces the largest amount of soybeans, and for this reason, the people of this city cook soybeans in different ways. Therefore, if you are a fan of a healthy lifestyle, there will be many options in front of you in this city.

The following restaurants are the best options for popular Shanghai dishes:

• Ultraviolet restaurant
• Whampao Club Restaurant
• Xindalu Restaurant
• Barbarossa Restaurant
• Mr & Mrs Bund Restaurant
• and…

Important tips for traveling to Shanghai

In order to experience a carefree and comfortable trip to Shanghai, be sure to remember the following during the trip:

• Wi-Fi internet is available in all restaurants, cafes and other public places.
• Tipping waiters in Shanghai restaurants is not very common.
• Shanghai is one of the safest places for foreign tourists and you can easily get medical help if needed.
• It is better to avoid traveling to Shanghai during the Chinese public holiday season.
• To convert money, take the help of money changers and forget about money changers in hotels and airports.
• In order not to have digestive problems during the trip, be sure to drink mineral water.

Travel to Shanghai, one of the top modern cities in the world

Important Chinese cities, including Shanghai, host a large number of tourists for business and leisure trips every year. In the above article from Fly Today tourism magazine, we accompanied you with a comprehensive guide for traveling to Shanghai and provided you with the information you need to travel to this city.

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