Artsy Shanghai
Description:
Shanghai boast a vibrant past, present and future of artistic and architectural activity. This itinerary allows the sophisticated traveler to explore the famous art-deco structures of decadent old Shanghai as well as the most modern of skyscrapers shaping Shanghai's future. It also offers a glimpse of Shanghai's hip art and music scene.
Author: Jennifer
Day 1 - Shanghai
Start your exploration of Shanghai in the heart of the old city -- Yu Gardens. Explore this bustling site of traditional architecture and modern commerce. Try some of the local delicacies at any one of the food stalls and finish up at the new DinTaiFung branch on the west side of the neighborhood for some traditional soup dumplings. In the afternoon, soak up more Shanghai history at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall and the Site of the First National Congress. From there it is a short walk to Shanghai's most fashionable shopping and dining area, Xintiandi. Just to the northwest is the chic wine bar, Enoteca. They have a fabulous selection of light bites and wines from around the world. If you aren't feeling too jet lagged, head to Cotton Club for a little jazz before bed.
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Westin Shanghai (The)
Location:
view in google maps88 Henan Central Road
Bund Center
200002 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6335 18882
Glamour Bar (The)
Location:
view in google maps6F, 5 Guangdong Lu
near Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu (The Bund)
Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6350 99882
Crystal Jade Restaurant (Xin Tian Di)
Location:
view in google maps2-7 2nd Floor, 123 Xin Ye Lu, South Block Xintiandi
Near Madang Lu
200021 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6385 87522
Haiku
Location:
view in google maps28b Taojiang Lu
Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6445 00212
Garcon Chinois (Le)
Location:
view in google mapsNo. 3, Lane 9, Hengshan Road
(Between Wu Lu Mu Qi and Dong Ping Roads)
200031 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6431 3005 / 86 21 6445 79702
Mei Long Zhen
Location:
view in google mapsNan Jing West Road
Building 22, Lane 1081
200041 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6253 53532
Yè Shanghai
Location:
view in google maps338 Huang Pi Nan Road
House 6, North Block
200003 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6311 23232
Yu Gardens
Location:
view in google mapsZhongshan South Road & Renmen Road
200000 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6355 50322
Fanguzi Art Gallery
Location:
view in google maps127 Xian Xia Road
200335 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6229 63072
Hwa's Gallery
Location:
view in google maps88 North Ronghau Road
Gubei Sun Plaza
201103 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6270 71812
1918 ArtSPACE
Location:
view in google maps20 Moganshan Lu
Near Suzhou Xi Lu
200041 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 5228 67763
DinTaiFung
Location:
view in google maps12-20 Shuicheng Road
Peace Square (near Hongqiao Road)
200336 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6208 41884
Dr. Sun Yat-sen Former Residence & Memorial Hall
Location:
view in google maps7 Xiang Shan Road
200020 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6333 2226 (Tourist Information)5
Memorial Hall of the Site of First National Congress of Communist Party of China
Location:
view in google maps374 Huang Pi Nan Road
200021 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 5383 21716
Enoteca
Location:
view in google maps53-57 Anfu Lu
Near Changshu Lu
200031 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 5404 00507
Cotton Club
Location:
view in google mapsFùxing Xi Lù 8
Huáihai Zhong Lù
200031 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6437 7110Day 2 - Shanghai
Your second day in Shanghai is packed with history. Start at the Bund Museum to get a glimpse of Shanghai's development. Pick up a map of the Bund or use a guidebook to stroll up and down this famous stretch of Shanghai and learn the history of these famous facades and art deco skycrapers. You may also want to stop in the Shanghai Gallery of Art. In the afternoon, take the Bund tunnel tourist train (a truly strange experience) over to the Oriental Pearl Tower. From the top you can get exquisite 360 degree views of the city and in the basement there is a comprehensive museum explaining Shanghai's history. Take a sunset cruise on the Huangpu for views of the Puxi and Pudong side from a different perspective. Then treat yourself to dinner at the famous M on the Bund restaurant. Afterwards, Thursday is two-for-one martini night at Bund hotspot Laris.
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Bund Museum
Location:
view in google maps1A Zhong Shan East Road
(Wai Tan)
200002 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6321 65422
Shanghai Gallery of Art
Location:
view in google maps3 Zhong Shan Dong Yi
Three on the Bund
200002 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6321 57573
Oriental Pearl TV Tower
Location:
view in google maps1 Shiji Dadao
Lu Jia Zui Road
200120 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 5879 18884
Huangpu River Cruise
Location:
view in google maps239 Second Eastern Zhong Shan Road
(Exterior Zone, Eastern Jin Ling Road)
200002 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6374 44615
M on the Bund
Location:
view in google maps7/F, No. 5 The Bund
Guangdong Lu
200002 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6350 99886
Laris
Location:
view in google maps6/F, 3 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu
Near Guangdong Lu
200002 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6321 9922Day 3 - Shanghai
This third day in Shanghai is all about enjoying the charm of the French Concession. After a filling breakfast at Sasha's, put on your walking shoes and start strolling. The the tree lined lanes and attractive European architecture make this area extremely popular with Shanghai's expat community. (Many guide books also have suggested walking tours of this neighborhood.) Popular shopping area Huaihai Road runs east to west through the heart of the French Concession but turning off the main drag and exploring side streets will reveal a more interesting selection of art galleries, clothing boutiques and cafes. Stop in Cafe 1931 to refuel halfway through the day and considering visiting any of the suggested galleries or the upcoming Taikang Lu for your first look at Shanghai's contemporary art scene. In the evening, return to the French Concession and sample great Thai cuisine in an old Shanghai mansion at La Na Thai. Face Bar on the first floor is a Shanghai institution. If you are in the mood for live music, check out La Bella Cafe or JZ Club for serious jazz.
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Sasha's
Location:
view in google maps11 Dongping Lu
Corner of Heng Shan Lu
200031 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6474 66282
Huai Hai Road
Location:
view in google mapsHai Hai Road & Shirmen er Road
200001 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6333 2226 (Tourist Information)3
1931 Cafe Pub
Location:
view in google maps112 Mao Ming South Road
Huaihai Zhong Lu
200020 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6472 52644
Shanghai Stanney Gallery
Location:
view in google maps615-617 Chang Le Road
200031 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 5404 52915
Art Scene China
Location:
view in google mapsNo. 8, Lane 37, Fuxing West Road
2F, Building 17
200031 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6437 06316
Black Apple Gallery
Location:
view in google maps777 Ju Lu Road
200031 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 5403 69607
Lan Na Thai
Location:
view in google maps118 Ruijin 2 Road
Ruijin Hotel
200020 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6466 4328 / 86 21 6472 5222 (Hotel)8
Face
Location:
view in google mapsBuilding 4, 118 Rui Jin Er Road
Ruijin Guesthouse
200020 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6472 52229
La Bella Cafe
Location:
view in google maps127 Yongfu Lu
Near Fuxing Xi Lu
200040 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6433 638110
JZ Club
Location:
view in google maps46 West Fuxing Lu
Between Yongfu Lu and Wulumuqi Lu, Xuhui
200031 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6431 0269Day 4 - Shanghai
Today's schedule is packed with museums in the heart of the city. Get up early, walk west down Nanjing Dong Lu and head for People's Square. You should encounter an interesting contrast of commercial facades and locals practicing their morning tai chi. Pick up some Shanghainese breakfast snacks on Huanghe Lu and the other streets running north from People's Square. Alternatively sit down for breakfast at Kathleen's 5 on the top floor of the Art Museum and grab snacks at lunch time. The Art Museum, Shanghai Museum and Urban Planning Museum should be more than enough to keep you occupied. The Shanghai Museum has mainland China's most impressive collection of classical Chinese art and the Urban Planning Museum's 3D map of Shanghai is not to be missed. As sun sets, head to Barbarossa in the center of the park for excellent happy hour drink specials and Moroccan cuisine. You may also want to check the schedule of events at the Shanghai Grand Theater at People's Square for possible post dinner entertainment.
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Renmin Park
Location:
view in google maps231 Nanjing Road West
200003 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6327 16942
People's Square
Location:
view in google mapsRen Min Street
200003 Shanghai, China
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Kathleen's 5 Rooftop Restaurant
Location:
view in google maps325 Nanjing Xi Lu, Huangpi Bei Lu
200003 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6327 22214
Shanghai Art Museum
Location:
view in google mapsNanjing Xi Lu 325
Huangpu (northwest edge of People's Park at Huangpi Lu)
200003 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6327 28295
Shanghai Museum
Location:
view in google maps201 Renmin Da Dao
People's Sq., Huangpu District
200003 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6372 35006
Huanghe Lu
Location:
view in google mapsHuanghe Road
People's Square
Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6350 3718 (Tourist Information)7
Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall
Location:
view in google mapsRenmin Da Dao 100
Huangpu (northeast of the Shanghai Museum; entrance on east side)
200003 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 021/6372-20778
Barbarossa
Location:
view in google mapsInside Ren Men Gong Yuan (People's Park)
200040 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6318 0220Day 5 - Shanghai
Treat yourself on your last day in Shanghai. The Westin's champagne brunch is often mentioned as the best hotel brunch in China, so take advantage of all it has to offer. Then head to ShanghART gallery and the famous Moganshan Lu art neighborhood for more insight into Shanghai's contemporary art scene. In the evening indulge again in a world class meal at Jade on 36 at the Pudong Shangri-La. Each of set menus is a fantastic visual and gastronomic treat. The views of the Bund from the restaurant or the nearby Sky Lounge in the JinMao Tower Hyatt will leave you with a beautiful memory of Shanghai long after you return home from Shanghai.
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ShanghART
Location:
view in google maps50 Moganshan Road
Building 16 & 18
200020 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6359 3923 / 86 21 5382 04182
J. Gallery
Location:
view in google maps1376 West Nan Jing Road
Suite 203B, Shanghai Center
200040 Shanghai,
Phone:
86 21 6279 81613
Jade on 36 Restaurant & Bar
Location:
view in google maps33 Fu Cheng Road, Level 36, Tower 2
Level 36 Tower 2
200120 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 6882 3636 / 86 21 6882 8888 (Hotel)4
Sky Lounge
Location:
view in google maps88 Century Boulevard, Jin Mao Tower
Grand Hyatt Shanghai
200121 Shanghai, China
Phone:
86 21 5049 1234