상하이 2026: 외국인 완전 도시 가이드

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District profiles

Jing’an (静安) — Best base for most foreigners

Jing’an is the most foreigner-friendly district in Shanghai. The cluster of international hotels, expat-focused restaurants, and walkable streets makes it the best place to base yourself for a first-time visit.

Where to stay:

• Mid-range ($120-180/night): Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao, Swissôtel Grand Shanghai, Jin Jiang Tower
• Upper mid-range ($180-250/night): The Middle House (Piero Lissoni-designed, 2018), The Langham Xintiandi
• Luxury ($400+/night): The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons Shanghai

What to do:

• Jing’an Temple (静安寺) — 1,200-year-old Buddhist temple, ¥50 ($7), open 7:30-17:00
• Jing’an Sculpture Park — free, 30 min walk
• Plaza 66 / IAPM — high-end shopping, 5 min from temple
• Wujiang Road food street — local street food in the evening

Pros: Walkable, central, mix of business and residential Cons: Slightly touristy, can feel generic

French Concession (法租界) — Best for hip / cafe / shopping

The former French Concession is the most atmospheric part of Shanghai. Tree-lined streets, 1920s Art Deco villas, the best coffee and cocktail scene in mainland China, and boutique shopping.

Where to stay:

• Upper mid-range ($200-280/night): The Middle House, JI Hotel
• Luxury ($400-650/night): Capella Shanghai (Xintiandi compound), Bulgari Shanghai (Bund)

What to do:

• Wukang Road (武康路) — most photogenic street, 1920s Wukang Mansion, Manner Coffee
• Anfu Road (安福路) — boutique shopping, independent coffee shops
• Ferguson Lane — small art cinema, designer boutiques
• Tianzifang (田子坊) — shikumen lanes, 200+ boutique shops, craft cocktail bars
• Sinan Mansions (思南公馆) — restored 1920s residential compound

Pros: Atmospheric, walkable, the best cafe culture Cons: More expensive, fewer metro stations, harder to reach the airport

Pudong (浦东) — Best for modern skyscrapers

Lujiazui (陆家嘴) is Shanghai’s Manhattan — the world’s most concentrated cluster of supertall skyscrapers.

Where to stay:

• Mid-range ($150-220/night): Kerry Hotel Pudong, Park Hyatt (87F lobby)
• Luxury ($400-650/night): Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Ritz-Carlton Pudong
• Ultra-luxury ($1,000+/night): Bulgari Shanghai (Bund view), J Hotel (top of Shanghai Tower)

What to do:

• Shanghai Tower (上海中心) — 632m, world’s 2nd tallest, ¥180 ($25)
• Oriental Pearl TV Tower (东方明珠) — ¥199 ($28), retro-futuristic 1990s design
• Shanghai World Financial Center — the “bottle opener” building, observation deck on 100F
• Shanghai Disneyland — 1 hour by Metro Line 11
• Lujiazui Central Park — free, the only major green space in Lujiazui

Pros: Iconic skyline, modern hotels, near the airport via the Maglev Cons: Less local feel, more expensive, separated from the Bund by the river

Shanghai food: 12 must-try dishes

Shanghai cuisine (本帮菜) is sweet-leaning, soy-based, and centered around river and sea ingredients. The city’s 25+ million residents and 100-year history of international migration make it the most diverse food city in China.

1. Xiaolongbao (小笼包) — soup dumplings

The signature Shanghai dish. Thin-skinned dumplings filled with pork and hot soup.

• Nanxiang Mantou Dian (南翔馒头店) — the original, in Yu Garden, since 1900. ¥30-50/steamer.
• Jiajia Tang Bao (佳家汤包) — local favorite, Huangpu district. ¥40-60/steamer.
• Din Tai Fung (鼎泰丰) — international chain, less authentic but very consistent. ¥80-120/steamer.

How to eat: bite a small hole, sip the soup, then dip in black vinegar + ginger.

2. Shengjian bao (生煎包) — pan-fried pork buns

Crispy-bottomed pork buns.

• Yang’s Fry Dumpling (小杨生煎) — the most famous chain, multiple locations. ¥15-20/4 pieces.
• Da Hu Chun (大壶春) — local original, since 1932. Yunnan Road location.

3. Red-braised pork (红烧肉)

Pork belly braised in soy sauce and sugar, melt-in-your-mouth.

• Grandma’s (苏浙汇) — upscale, Jing’an. ¥98/portion.
• Jesse Restaurant (吉士酒家) — Huaihai Road, since 1987. ¥80/portion.

4. Scallion oil noodles (葱油拌面)

Simple, cheap, satisfying.

• Any noodle shop — ¥15-25/bowl.

5. Hairy crab (大闸蟹)

Shanghai’s autumn delicacy. October-December.

• Wang Bao He (王宝和) — 250-year-old institution, ¥300-500/crab
• Chunfeng Songyue Lou — more affordable, ¥150-300/crab

6-12. Other Shanghai classics

• Drunken shrimp (醉虾) — fresh river shrimp marinated in Shaoxing wine
• Hairy tofu (毛豆腐) — fermented tofu, pan-fried
• Beggar’s chicken (叫花鸡) — whole chicken baked in lotus leaf
• Dongpo pork (东坡肉) — Hangzhou origin, but excellent in Shanghai
• Sweet and sour spare ribs (糖醋小排)
• Lion’s head meatballs (狮子头) — giant braised pork meatballs
• Tsingtao beer (青岛啤酒) — actually from Qingdao, but ubiquitous

7-day itinerary

This is the comprehensive 7-day plan. For a 3-day version, do Days 1-2-3 and skip the rest. For a 5-day version, do Days 1-2-3 + 4 + 7 (skip the day trips).

Day 1: Arrival + The Bund

• Land at PVG, Maglev to Longyang Road, Metro Line 2 to hotel in Jing’an
• Sunset walk on The Bund
• Dinner at Lost Heaven (Bund view, Yunnan cuisine) or Hai Di Lao (Jing’an)

Day 2: Yu Garden + Old City + Pudong

• Morning: Yu Garden + Yu Garden Bazaar
• Afternoon: Walk to The Bund, ferry to Pudong (¥2)
• Sunset: Shanghai Tower 118F observation deck
• Dinner: Din Tai Fung (Pudong IFC Mall) or Hakkasan Shanghai

Day 3: Shanghai Museum + French Concession

• Morning: Shanghai Museum (free, People’s Square)
• Lunch: Grandma’s (Jing’an, red-braised pork)
• Afternoon: French Concession walk (Wukang Road → Anfu Road → Tianzifang)
• Dinner: 8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana (3-Michelin-star Italian, Bund view) or Kommune (French Concession, modern Chinese)

Day 4: Zhujiajiao Water Town (day trip)

• Full day in Zhujiajiao (see the 5-day itinerary)
• Return to Shanghai for dinner

Day 5: Shanghai Disney (full day)

• 8:30 AM enter, hit TRON first
• See the 1-day plan in the Shanghai Disney article

Day 6: Suzhou day trip

• 30 min HSR to Suzhou
• Lingering Garden + Pingjiang Road + Suzhou Museum
• Return to Shanghai for dinner

Day 7: Propaganda Museum + Pudong + departure

• Morning: Shanghai Propaganda Art Museum
• Lunch: Jesse Restaurant (Huaihai Road)
• Afternoon: Last shopping in Xintiandi
• Maglev to PVG for departure

5 common mistakes first-timers make

1. Not getting a Shanghai Public Transportation Card (SPTC) — single tickets cost 5-10% more and require buying at every transfer. SPTC: ¥20 deposit + load, refundable.
2. Missing the Maglev — the world’s fastest commercial train is 30 min from the Bund to PVG. Even if you take a taxi to the airport, take the Maglev once for the experience.
3. Not booking Yu Garden early — Yu Garden closes Mondays. Tickets sell out during peak season. Book via Trip.com 1-2 days ahead.
4. Only staying in Pudong — Pudong is the modern skyline, but the cultural, food, and walkable neighborhoods are in Jing’an, French Concession, and The Bund. Stay in Jing’an or French Concession for the most authentic experience.
5. Not eating street food — Shanghai’s street food is excellent, cheap, and foreigner-friendly. The Wujiang Road night market, the Yu Garden Bazaar, and Tianzifang all have great street food. Carry ¥200-500 cash for street food (Alipay/WeChat also work at most stalls now).

Practical info for Korean visitors

• Korean Town (한국인 마을): Hongqiao area has 100+ Korean restaurants, supermarkets, and Korean BBQ. The hub is around Hongqiao Road station.
• Direct flight: Seoul Incheon → Shanghai Pudong (2.5 hours), 5+ flights daily
• Maglev ticket: ¥50 (cash or Alipay), foreign passport required
• Korean card acceptance: Most major hotel chains accept Korean Visa/Mastercard directly
• Korean Air / Asiana lounges: PVG has Korean Air and Asiana lounges for transit
• Time zone: Same as Korea (UTC+8)
• Tipping: Not customary
• Korean embassy: Shanghai has a Korean consulate for emergencies