Why go
Look beyond the skyline for shaded streets, small cafés and a city best explored one neighborhood at a time.
Make time for these
01Compare the Bund’s riverfront architecture with the skyline across the water.
02Spend an unhurried afternoon around the tree-lined streets of Xuhui.
03Leave space for a museum visit chosen around your own interests.
A gentle three-day outline
An editorial suggestion, not a booked tour. Adjust for your interests and arrival time.
DAY 1
Begin with the Bund and a riverside walk.
DAY 2
Explore Xuhui on foot, with breaks for food and coffee.
DAY 3
Choose a museum or another neighborhood before your onward journey.