6 Days 5 Nights Travel Guide for Shanghai

Here is a 6 days 5 nights travel guide for Shanghai, with a budget of 6000 RMB that basically covers accommodation, transportation, food, and sightseeing: Budget Planning ● Accommodation: Choose affordable hotels or homestays, averaging 300 - 400 RMB per night, estimated 1500 - 2000 RMB for 5 nights. ● Transportation: Mainly use subway and buses within the city, estimated 200 - 300 RMB; if you travel from Wuhan to Shanghai, a round-trip second-class high-speed train ticket costs about 260 RMB per person. You can adjust this part of the budget according to your travel method. ● Meals: 200 - 300 RMB per day, estimated 1200 - 1800 RMB for 6 days. ● Tickets: Entrance fees for various attractions estimated 500 - 800 RMB. ● Others: Reserve 500 - 1000 RMB for shopping and other expenses. Itinerary ● Day 1: Arrive in Shanghai - The Bund - Yuyuan Garden - City God Temple     ○ Morning: Arrive in Shanghai, check in at the hotel, rest a bit to relieve travel fatigue.     ○ Afternoon: Head to The Bund to enjoy the bustling scenery along both sides of the Huangpu River and experience Shanghai’s urban charm. Here you can see the collection of international architecture, perfect for photos.     ○ Evening: Visit Yuyuan Garden, a representative of classical Jiangnan gardens, featuring pavilions, towers, rockeries, and ponds, showcasing exquisite elegance.     ○ Night: Stroll around City God Temple, taste authentic Shanghai snacks such as Nanxiang soup dumplings, pan-fried buns, and pork rib rice cakes, and experience traditional local culture. ● Day 2: Shanghai Museum - Wukang Road - Sinan Mansions - Sweet Love Road     ○ Morning: Visit Shanghai Museum, which houses a rich collection of bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy, and paintings, allowing you to deeply understand Shanghai’s history and culture.     ○ Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near the museum, tasting local Shanghai cuisine.     ○ Afternoon: Walk along Wukang Road, admire the old Shanghai Western-style houses, and feel the unique historical charm. Then head to Sinan Mansions, a gathering place of various architectural styles, great for photos and relaxation.     ○ Evening: Go to Sweet Love Road, a famous romantic street in Shanghai, lined with many love-themed decorations and shops, full of romantic atmosphere. ● Day 3: One-day trip to Shanghai Disneyland     ○ All day: Visit Shanghai Disneyland, a joyful and magical fairy tale world. You can check queue times for attractions in advance on the official app and plan your visit accordingly. Experience thrilling rides like TRON Lightcycle Power Run and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and watch spectacular parades and fireworks shows. ● Day 4: Lujiazui Financial District - Oriental Pearl Tower - Nanjing East Road Pedestrian Street     ○ Morning: Tour Lujiazui Financial District and visit the Oriental Pearl Tower. From the tower, you can overlook the entire cityscape of Shanghai.     ○ Noon: Have lunch near Lujiazui.     ○ Afternoon: Head to Nanjing East Road Pedestrian Street for shopping.     ○ Evening: If you missed Yuyuan Garden and City God Temple earlier, visit them today to enjoy authentic Shanghai cuisine and appreciate the antique architectural style. ● Day 5: Tianzifang - Huaihai Road - Shanghai Night Tour     ○ Morning: Explore Tianzifang, feel the artistic vibe of Shanghai. It gathers various small shops, cafes, and art studios, a favorite spot for art lovers.     ○ Noon: Have lunch near Tianzifang.     ○ Afternoon: Go to Huaihai Road, Shanghai’s fashion center, with many brand stores and shopping malls waiting for you.     ○ Evening: Join a night tour in Shanghai to experience the city’s nighttime charm. ● Day 6: Shanghai Natural History Museum - Departure     ○ Morning: Before leaving Shanghai, visit the Shanghai Natural History Museum to explore the mysteries of life.     ○ Noon: Have lunch near the museum, then browse some specialty shops to buy souvenirs. Afterwards, head to the station or airport to conclude this pleasant trip to Shanghai.