Great Value: Visit 17 Famous Attractions for Free
Shanghai Pudong is the world-renowned “Oriental Pearl.” The numerous cultural facilities and tourist attractions in Shanghai Pudong have long become symbols and landmarks of the city, enjoying international fame and are must-visit destinations for every tourist and local. To ensure both residents and visitors can “stay comfortably and play affordably” in Shanghai, the over 60 participating star-rated hotels include renowned brands such as the Ritz-Carlton Pudong, Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt Shanghai, and Four Seasons Hotel Pudong, spread across various locations in both Pudong and Huangpu districts, making it extremely convenient for guests to travel from their hotels to their favorite attractions.
The free attractions on offer include the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, Shanghai World Financial Center Observation Deck, Jinmao Tower 88th Floor Observation Deck, Shanghai Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Century Park, Huangpu River Cruise, Big Bus City Sightseeing Tour, Moon Boat, Shanghai Italian Center, Chocolate Happy Land, Bund Sightseeing Tunnel, Shanghai Maglev Train, China Maritime Museum, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center, Shanghai Expo Memorial Exhibition, and Shanghai Natural Wild-Insect Kingdom—totaling 17 attractions. From Jiangnan scenery and Shanghai-style highlights to theme parks and unique museums, there's something for every interest.
Family Travel: Broaden Your Kids’ Horizons
This year’s “Shanghai Pudong Summer-Autumn Tourism Promotion” covers the entire summer vacation. Families with kids can consider staying at any comfortable hotel in Shanghai Pudong over the weekend, then take the children to the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum to “play” with robots, visit the China Maritime Museum to see ancient ships, explore the chocolate-built city at Chocolate Happy Land, and discover various insects like butterflies at the Natural Wild-Insect Kingdom... These attractions boast world-class facilities and content, making them essential stops for anyone visiting Shanghai and offering kids fun while expanding their knowledge!Notably, the Saudi Pavilion from the Expo—where long queues once made entry nearly impossible—is now easily accessible for kids to enjoy to the fullest!
Accompany Your Parents: Experience Shanghai by Land, Water & Air
As a child, why not take the hardworking parents who have given so much to you and treat them to a stay at a 5-star hotel during the “2014 Shanghai Pudong Summer-Autumn Tourism Promotion,” letting them experience the joy of exploring Shanghai by land, water, and air?Accompany your parents as they ascend to “Shanghai’s Sky”—the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center Observation Deck, and Jinmao Tower 88th Floor Observation Deck—to enjoy breathtaking aerial views of the city. Take a stroll with them through the “refined side of Shanghai”—Yuyuan Garden—and sample delicious local snacks. In the evening, take your parents on a “Shanghai Water Adventure”—a Huangpu River cruise—to admire the city’s most dazzling night scenery under the glow of lights and reflections on the water. Whether you’re a local “Shanghainese” or a visitor, you can fully enjoy the thrills of exploring Shanghai in three dimensions.
Romantic Getaway: Fun from Morning to Night for Couples
Shanghai has always been known as the “City of Romance,” and the “2014 Shanghai Pudong Summer-Autumn Tourism Promotion” offers couples even more opportunities for romantic adventures!
During the day, you can climb the Oriental Pearl Tower for a panoramic view of the city; revisit the charm of the Expo at the Moon Boat in the Expo Park; explore the future at the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum; experience the thrill of speed on the Maglev train; whisper sweet nothings to penguins and butterflies at the aquarium and insect museum; reflect on a century of Shanghai’s history along the Bund; or go on a shopping spree in Yuyuan Garden and Nanjing Road.
At night, take a Huangpu River cruise to enjoy the illuminated sights along both banks—the historic architecture on one side and the modern city skyline on the other—creating a particularly enchanting scene under the neon lights.
When you’re tired, enjoy local snacks by the zigzag bridge in Yuyuan Garden; or casually relax at a riverside tea house or café that pops up along the Bund, feeling the breeze on your face, sipping a smooth cup of coffee, gazing at the starry sky, and listening to some R&B—all while feeling completely at ease.
Whether you’re a toddler taking first steps, an elder rich in life experiences, a couple on a romantic getaway, or a family seeking a heartwarming trip—whatever kind of journey you’re dreaming of, Shanghai travel will deliver the surprises you’re hoping for!
Are you tempted by such an exciting and affordable event?If so, act fast!For more details, visit the Pudong Tourism official website: http://mice.pudong.gov.cn.