Travel to historical Shanghai
Come and experience Shanghai and its museums, temples and history. This city's shopping, sightseeing and parks draw many visitors. The Bund and Shanghai Disneyland© are just a couple of the must-see attractions. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in and around Shanghai
Are you looking for things to do while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Shanghai a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. These are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Shanghai Disneyland© (12.6 mi / 20.3 km)
- Great World Entertainment Center (0.5 mi / 0.7 km)
- Bund Sightseeing Tunnel (1.2 mi / 2 km)
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center (4.5 mi / 7.3 km)
- Hongqiao Lingkong SOHO China Badminton Hall (7 mi / 11.2 km)
- Shanghai Zoo (7.2 mi / 11.5 km)
Exploring the natural features in Shanghai
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Shanghai is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- The Bund (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- People’s Park (0.2 mi / 0.3 km)
- Huangpu Park (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
- Fuxing Park (1.2 mi / 2 km)
- Pudong Riverside Promenade and Park (1.4 mi / 2.2 km)
- Yu Garden (1.4 mi / 2.3 km)
Travelling to and around Shanghai
Fly into Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), the closest airport, located 8 mi (12.9 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Pudong International Airport (PVG), which is 20.3 mi (32.7 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Shanghai Railway Station, Shanghai South Railway Station and Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station are the main stations that serve the city. You can see more of Shanghai by jumping on the metro at People's Square Station, Dashijie Station or Xinzha Road Station.