Budget travel in Shanghai can be so exquisite! The night views are stunningly divine! Breathtakingly beautiful!

🚇 Must-have for getting around 1. Transportation: Use the "Metro Metropolitan" app to scan QR codes for the subway; for taxis, it's recommended to use Didi (heavy traffic during rush hours) 2. Accommodation: Recommended near "People's Square/Nanjing East Road" (intersection of metro lines 1/2/8, convenient to go anywhere) 3. Money-saving tip: Buy the "Shanghai Urban Travel Card" (unlimited subway rides for 24 hours + discounts on attractions) 🗺️ Classic 3-day itinerary Day 1: The Bund classic route • Morning: Eat xiaolongbao at City God Temple (must try the crab roe version at "Nanxiang Mantou Dian") → stroll through Yu Garden, a Jiangnan-style garden • Afternoon: The Bund viewing platform (recommended photo spot at the intersection of Beijing East Road) → 2 RMB ferry to Lujiazui • Evening: Watch the sunset at the Pudong Art Museum (closed on Wednesdays) + take photos of the "three-piece set" at the IFC rooftop Day 2: Artsy Shanghai • Morning: Take photos at Wukang Building → have coffee on Anfu Road (the popular "into_the force" café is a must-visit) • Afternoon: Shanghai Museum (free but requires reservation) → Sinan Mansions old Western-style houses • Evening: Explore the night market at Tianzifang (even more recommended is the bar street at "Julu Road 158 Lane") Day 3: Disney or surrounding options • Option A: Full day at Shanghai Disneyland (see homepage for detailed guide) • Option B: Zhujiajiao Ancient Town (directly accessible by Metro Line 17) → return via Hongqiao Airport 🍜 Foodie guide Must-try list: • Shengjian buns: Da Hu Chun (fully fermented dough) vs Xiao Yang Shengjian (juicy style) • Local cuisine: Laorenhe (fermented fish slices) | Lanxin Restaurant (braised pork) • Snacks: Xiande Lai pork ribs with rice cake | International Hotel butterfly pastry Avoid these: ⚠️ City God Temple snack street is expensive and not tasty ⚠️ Bund restaurants require advance reservations (average 300 RMB per person + scenic seats) 📸 Popular photo spots 1. The Bund: Zhapu Road Bridge with Pudong’s three-piece set in the background 2. Wukang Road: In front of the Old McDonald’s café 3. Pudong: Duoyun Book Academy (free panoramic view of Shanghai) 💡 Local tips • Nanjing East Road pedestrian street is better for photos after 10 PM • Wutong District (Hengfu style area) is great for cycling tours • September to October is the best travel season (avoid plum rain and extreme heat) 💰 Expense reference (2 people, 3 days): • Accommodation: 600 RMB/night (four-star hotel) • Food: 150 RMB/person/day • Transportation: 50 RMB subway + 100 RMB taxi 🌟 Ultimate tips: ✅ Use the "Shanghai Release" public account to check real-time crowd flow ✅ Buy souvenirs at "First Food Store" for cheaper prices than tourist spots ✅ For nightlife experience, go to "Found158" or "TX Huaihai"