Madame Tussauds Shanghai

　　    Shanghai was selected from more than thirty candidate cities around the world to be the sixth location of Madame Tussauds globally. The Tussauds Group was drawn by the city’s vast pool of local celebrities and promising market potential. Through detailed and precise market research, they carefully selected figures from an extensive list of candidates—each chosen is a celebrity most desired by the Chinese public to meet. Madame Tussauds Shanghai is divided into seven themed exhibition areas: “Behind the Scenes,” “Shanghai Glamour,” “Historical Figures & National Leaders,” “Movies,” “Music,” “Sports,” and “Speed.” In addition to taking close-up photos with over 80 incredibly lifelike wax figures of Chinese and international stars, visitors can also engage in interactive experiences such as singing duets with “celebrities,” making movies, and playing basketball.

　　    It is reported that preparations for Madame Tussauds Shanghai took over two years. Each wax figure on display costs over one million yuan to produce and was meticulously crafted at the Tussauds studio in London, which boasts over 200 years of experience in wax figure production. The selection of celebrity wax figures exhibited in Shanghai was made based on comprehensive market research, choosing from a long list of nominees—each figure is a celebrity that Chinese tourists are most eager to see. Madame Tussaud was a French artist renowned for her wax creations. In 1835, she established a permanent exhibition venue on Baker Street in London. Currently, the UK-based Tussauds Group is Europe’s top leisure and entertainment company. According to group officials, they are fully committed to making Madame Tussauds Shanghai a museum with the most cutting-edge technology and the richest interactive experiences globally.

　　    Madame Tussaud (1761–1850) was an outstanding French artist known for her wax figures. She learned the craft of wax modeling from a doctor in her youth, and her breakthrough work was a wax figure of the French writer Voltaire. At the age of 74, in 1835, she opened a permanent exhibition hall on Baker Street in London.

　　    Since opening over 200 years ago, Madame Tussauds has remained a popular attraction, drawing millions of visitors. There are many reasons for the enduring appeal of Madame Tussauds, but the most important is people's intense curiosity. By interacting with historical figures, visitors embark on an exciting and extraordinary journey. Here, guests can truly experience the presence of celebrities from different eras. It creates an illusion of time reversal, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the times and events these famous individuals lived through.

　　    The legendary history of Madame Tussauds dates back to Paris in 1770. It was in Paris that Madame Tussaud began learning the art of wax modeling under the tutelage of Dr. Philippe Curtius. During the French Revolution, her craft faced a severe test: she created death masks for executed nobles. In the early 19th century, Madame Tussaud brought her wax figures to England for touring exhibitions.

　　    Chamber of Horrors: A major highlight of Madame Tussauds is the Chamber of Horrors, featuring exhibits of victims of the French Revolution and newly crafted figures of various killers and criminals. Later, additional wax figures of other famous personalities were added, including Horatio Nelson and Sir Walter Scott. Some wax figures handcrafted by Madame Tussaud herself are still on display. Her self-portrait wax figure, created in 1842, is now placed at the entrance of the museum.

　　    Madame Tussauds Shanghai is the sixth globally and the newest, following those in London, Amsterdam, New York, Hong Kong, and Las Vegas. With over 200 years of crafting experience, we use state-of-the-art materials and cutting-edge technologies combined with realistic techniques. Here you can hold a business meeting with “Bill Gates,” feel the heartbeat of “Andy Lau,” and take close photos with superstars like “Jackie Chan,” “Zhao Wei,” “Brad Pitt,” “Audrey Hepburn,” “David Beckham,” and “Arnold Schwarzenegger.”

　　    We also offer more interactive games across various themed zones: Glamour, Behind the Scenes, Celebrities, Music, Movies, Speed, and Sports. You can explore activities that interest you here. Not only can you learn about the behind-the-scenes process of making wax figures, compete mentally with “Einstein,” play chess with “Nie Weiping,” but you can also challenge sports stars like “Li Xiaoshuang,” “Deng Yaping,” “Tiger Woods,” “Ayrton Senna,” and “Ronaldo”!

　　    The “Scream” zone at Madame Tussauds Shanghai is one of the world’s largest permanent horror interactive areas. As you step into the dimly lit horror section of Madame Tussauds, you’ll feel a chill run down your spine and an unprecedented acceleration in your heartbeat. Unique wax figures, performances by live actors, and the eerie environment come together to create the thrilling interactive experience of Madame Tussauds Shanghai. Once you’ve experienced it, you’ll never forget it. For the brave, you’ll enter a never-before-experienced 0 maze. Dim lighting will blur your vision, icy fog will hit your face, and in the midst of fear, you’ll barely make out shadowy figures—you won’t know if they’re wax statues or actors. But to complete this zero-zone journey, you’ll have to summon the courage to press on.

　　    Address: 10F, New World Tower, People’s Square, Huangpu District, Shanghai

　　    Type: Wax Museum

　　    Recommended Visit Duration: 2–3 hours

　　    Phone: 4000988966

　　    Official Website: http://www.madametussauds.com/shanghai

　　    Transportation

　　    Take Metro Lines 1, 2, or 8 and get off at People’s Square Station, then walk to the venue; or take Bus 20 or 37 and get off at Jiujiang Road & Huanghe Road Station, then walk; alternatively, take Bus 952 to Tibet Middle Road & Beijing East Road Station.

　　    Tickets

　　    Adults: 190 RMB; Student Ticket: 150 RMB; Child Ticket: 140 RMB; Senior Ticket: 140 RMB

　　    Opening Hours

　　    10:00–21:00 (Last admission at 20:00)