Shanghai Layover Night Tour

Do you know Shanghai also called a city that never falls asleep? If you have the chance, do grasp it and explore the beautiful city during your Shanghai layover. There are some top-rated places and things to do in the evening.

1. Bund

The Bund is a very good place to have a leisurely stroll in the evening, enjoy the amazing light show cast on the European-style building and modern skyscrapers, well decorated and shine so bright. And you’ll get the feel of modern-day Shanghai, the progression and spirit of the city as well as reminders of its past.

2. Huangpu River Night Cruise

The best way to enjoy the night view of Shanghai, you’ll know every penny worth its value when viewing the lights lit up along the river on the cruise, which makes the experience almost magical. Enjoy the skyscrapers and exotic architecture from a different perspective, very good opportunity to shoot many brag-worthy pictures!

3. Nanjing Road

Nanjing Road looks more charming when you walk along the street at night, the street is lit with all the neon signs and lights that turns Nanjing Street into a kaleidoscope of colors, pretty window displays well decorated to attract travelers to go inside and enjoy shopping! Check the popular Shanghai night tour here.

4. Skyscrapers

A visit to Shanghai is incomplete if you didn’t climb on the skyscrapers, enjoy the feeling of adrenaline while venturing up to the top floor. And marvel at 360 degrees over the magic city and fabulous night view. Most of the towering buildings stop entering after 21:30 pm.

5. City God Temple Bazaar

Not much like modern Nanjing Road, City God Temple Bazaar is full of Chinese traditional architecture. All the neon lights lit up this area and tourists swamp this place eager to explore local street food. The smell varies from the pleasant aroma of Xiao Long Bao, the savory scent of deep-fried meats and seafood etc, making you so obsessed with this place. Pick some unique souvenirs for your friends or family.

6. Xintiandi

Xintiandi is a lovely place full of may bars and restaurants which really come to life at night, partly with live music, times fly with some cocktails or beers. There are plenty of food to suit all the tastes, whether Western or local, many foreigners love to come here. Enjoy the beautiful night view and take a short walk here. Besides, you will see beautiful traditional Shikumen architecture here and enjoy the mix of the historical and modern part of Shanghai!

7. Tianzifang

It's a fun maze of tiny alleys and small shops, restaurants, and bars. Besides, there are lots of activities going on. Enjoy the shimmering lights of shops and lamps here, savor several good street foods, venture into bars, cafes and sit-down restaurants, nostalgic yet modern!

8. Jing'an Temple

You probably miss Jing'an Temple if you travel to Shanghai, while it’s worthy of visiting during your Shanghai layover night tour. At night, the neon lights light up the temple, giving it a beautiful golden glow that can be seen from miles away, very breathtaking and spiritual even if you are not religious, and loads of international eateries are located in the area.

 If you want to make your own Shanghai layover night tour, don't hesitate to contact us!