From the classical elegance of Yuyuan Garden to the glittering skyline of The Bund; from the trendsetting lanes of Xintiandi to the soaring towers of Lujiazui; from savoring world-class Michelin-starred cuisine to exploring the charming plane tree-lined neighborhoods (Wutong qu) dotted with artisan boutiques, tourists from around the world are flocking to Shanghai.

First Stop:240-Hour Visa-Free Entry & Smart Clearance

Citizens of 54 eligible countries can now enjoy visa-free entry through Shanghai Pudong International Airport and the Shanghai Seaport (Passenger Terminal) for up to 240 hours (10 days), with the freedom to travel across 24 provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities.

Foreign nationals may fill in the relevant entry information online before coming to China through the official website and government service platform of the National Immigration Administration (NIA), the “NIA 12367” app and WeChat/Alipay mini program, or by scanning the QR code via mobile phone. Travelers who are unable to complete the form online may, upon arrival, scan a QR code with their mobile phone, or use on-site smart devices to submit their information electronically, or complete a paper arrival card.

At Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, 24 dedicated lanes, including 15 inbound lanes, help ensure efficient processing. Digital displays alternate between "Smart Clearance" and "Express Lane" signage, while adjacent manual channels provide assistance for travelers who need it.

All-Access Pass: Introducing the "Great World Shanghai Pass"

The "Great World Shanghai Pass" has officially launched worldwide. Cardholders enjoy:

Unlimited Sightseeing: Forty-eight-hour hop-on, hop-off access to double-decker bus routes serving The Bund, Nanjing Road, and the Oriental Pearl Tower.

Huangpu River Cruises: Unobstructed views of Shanghai's iconic skyline.

Cultural Experiences: Admission to Yuyuan Garden and the historic Great World venue, featuring intangible cultural heritage acrobatic performances and curated dining experiences at time-honored local brands.

The pass is available at dedicated service counters in both Pudong and Hongqiao airports, where visitors can activate, top up, and refund their cards. In addition, 25 offline service points across the city, including metro stations, offer top-up services.

Seamless Departure: Instant Tax Refunds & Pickup

Effortless tax refunds: With more than 2,100 duty-free shops citywide, spanning luxury malls, airports, scenic attractions, hotels, and even event venues such as music festivals and the F1 circuit, Shanghai offers exceptional convenience. The city has fully implemented "Pre-packaged & Scannable" (barcode) systems and self-service kiosks. Notably, West Nanjing Road in Jing'an District features a "5-Minute Tax Refund Circle."

Airport Tailoring Pickup: Experience "Tailor on Arrival, Collect on Departure." Simply have your measurements taken and select your preferred styles upon arrival; your custom-tailored garments will be delivered directly to the airport before your flight. Collect your purchases before departure with no extra baggage burden, fulfilling the promise of "Shanghai Craftsmanship, Global Delivery."

Get your tax refund in Shanghai like a pro

20 routes to explore Shanghai as soon as you arrive

Twenty new travel routes now make it easier for visitors to explore Shanghai as soon as they arrive.

Starting from the city's 10 major transportation hubs, including Pudong and Hongqiao airports, Shanghai Railway Station, and Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal, the routes connect travelers with museums, riverside landmarks, shopping areas, theme parks, historic streets, and cultural venues across the city.

Starting from Pudong International Airport

Route 1

Pudong airport → Shanghai Science and Technology Museum → Century Park → Shanghai Museum East → Shanghai Library East → Shanghai Oriental Art Center

Keywords: museums and art, urban culture, public libraries

Route 2

Pudong airport → Shanghai Disneyland → Disneytown → Bicester Village Shanghai

Keywords: theme parks, family fun, leisure, shopping

LinaBell strikes a pose at Shanghai Disney Resort. [Photo/Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism]

Route 3

Pudong airport → Shanghai Wild Animal Park → Shanghai Astronomy Museum → Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park → Shanghai L+Snow Indoor Skiing Theme Resort → Lin-gang light and fireworks show at Dishui Lake

Keywords: family and science education, trendy experiences, light shows

Route 4

Pudong airport → Lujiazui riverside → Museum of Art Pudong → Shanghai Expo Culture Park (Twin Hills, Shanghai Greenhouse) → Shanghai Romance Park

Keywords: riverside views, art exhibitions, city parks

Starting from Hongqiao International Airport/Hongqiao Railway Station

Route 5

Hongqiao airport/Hongqiao Railway Station → Mengqing Garden → Columbia Circle → Xinhua Road Historical and Cultural Block → Shanghai Zoo

Keywords: Hudec architecture, art walks, animals

The swimming pool at the Columbia Circle. [Photo/Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism]

Route 6

Hongqiao airport/Hongqiao Railway Station → Global Harbor → Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street → The Bund → Yuyuan Garden → Show Life theater zones

Keywords: city landmarks, performing arts, trendy shopping

Route 7

Hongqiao airport/Hongqiao Railway Station → Panlong Tiandi → Qingpu Bailian Outlets → Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

Keywords: Jiangnan culture, water towns, shopping, leisure

Starting from Shanghai Railway Station

Route 8

Shanghai Railway Station → City Sightseeing Bus → People's Square → Huaihai Road → Xintiandi → The Great World

Keywords: city center, classic Shanghai style, trendy streets

Route 9

Shanghai Railway Station → Baihe Bridge → Tian'an 1,000 Trees shopping zone → M50 Creative Park → West Nanjing Road → HKRI Taikoo Hui (The Secret of the Pyramid Builders VR experience) → Zhangyuan Garden → Louis Vuitton's The Louis flagship store → Suhewan Mixc World ("scruffy puppy" sculpture) → Suzhou Creek cruise (from Sihang Warehouse to Waitanyuan)

Keywords: high-end fashion, immersive experiences, floral art

The "scruffy puppy" sculpture at the Suhewan Mixc World. [Photo/Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism]

Route 10

Shanghai Railway Station → Hong Shou Fang commercial area→ The Inlet → Ba Jin Library → Life Hub @ Bund Central → Victory Cinema → Zhapu Road

Keywords: Shanghai-style lanes, local life, film locations

Starting from Shanghai South Railway Station

Route 11

Shanghai South Railway Station → Longhua area → Gate M West Bund Dream Center → West Bund Theatre → West Bund Museum → Long Museum West Bund

Keywords: industrial heritage, art museums, river views

Route 12

Shanghai South Railway Station → Zikawei Cathedral → Zikawei Library → Shanghai Conservatory of Music/Shanghai Symphony Orchestra → Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre → Wukang Road → Wukang Building

Keywords: tree-lined streets, historic buildings, art, slow living

An aerial view of the Wukang Building. [Photo/Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism]

Starting from Shanghai West Railway Station

Route 13

Shanghai West Railway Station → Shanghai Changfeng Ocean World → Suzhou Creek cruise (from Changfeng Park wharf to Changhua Road wharf) → Tian'an 1,000 Trees → M50 Creative Park → Global Harbor

Keywords: Suzhou Creek cruises, industrial heritage, avant-garde buildings, creative arts

The Tian'an 1,000 Trees shopping zone. [Photo/Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism]

Route 14

Shanghai West Railway Station → Guyi Garden → Nanxiang Old Street & Tanyuan Garden → Shanghai Auto Museum → Shanghai Auto Expo Park → Shanghai International Circuit

Keywords: classical Jiangnan gardens, auto culture, ancient streets

Starting from Jinshan Railway Station

Route 15

Jinshan Railway Station → Legoland Shanghai Resort → Fengjing Ancient Town → Shanghai Blooming Garden → Jinshan City Beach

Keywords: theme parks, ancient towns, blooming flowers, seaside leisure

A vibrant sea of flowers at Shanghai Blooming Garden. [Photo/Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism]

Starting from Songjiang Railway Station

Route 16

Songjiang Railway Station → Guangfulin Cultural Relics Park → Chenshan Botanical Garden → Shanghai Happy Valley → Tianma Xingkong village

Keywords: archaeological sites, nature and gardens, astronomy education

Starting from Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal

Route 17

Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal → Wusong Paotaiwan National Wetland Park → Baoshan riverside (Shanghai Sea World) → Long Beach Tower → Long Beach Concert Hall

Keywords: cruise travel, riverside wetlands, urban landmarks

Starting from Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal

Route 18

Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal → Century Frame photo spot → The Grand Halls → North Bund Riverside Greenland → The Stage observation deck → Raffles City

Keywords: North Bund, riverside views, skyline observation

Route 19

Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal → Hoshu Superyacht → Shanghai Postal Museum → Bellagio by MGM Shanghai → Zhapu Road Bridge → Broadway Mansions → Waibaidu Bridge → China Securities Museum → Waitanyuan

Keywords: historic buildings, film locations, photo spots

Route 20

Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal → Yangpu riverside (from Shuichangzhan Bridge to Green Hill) → WorldSkills Museum → Fuxing Island (Fuxing Island Park) → Shanghai Fashion Center → Wujiaochang → Daxue Road

Keywords: industrial heritage, urban island vibes, youth energy

An aerial view of the Wujiaochang area at night. [Photo/Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism]

Sources: Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, scenic spots mentioned above

Shanghai Style

By 2026, with the launch of the "Shanghai Style" urban-consumption IP, Shanghai is becoming a premier global destination for personalized services, offering bespoke experiences defined by the concept of "one pattern for one person, one plan for one client."

Bespoke Fashion: The South Bund Tailor Center brings together 300 bespoke boutiques, offering everything from suits and evening gowns to cheongsams (qipao). Garments can be completed in as little as 24 hours, and remote measurement services are also available. The master tailors of Dongjiadu Market are renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship and competitive pricing.

Bespoke Lifestyle: Shanghai International Eyewear City provides professional eye exams with convenient, full-service eyewear customization. At the century-old Huxinting Teahouse in Yuyuan Garden, the newly launched "Twelve Flower Goddess Cups" capture the delicate fragrance of Jiangnan through traditional colored-glaze craftsmanship. Meanwhile, new Chinese-style patisseries offer Guochao (China-chic) limited-edition gifts, including palmier butter cookies and coconut-scented magnolia pastries, each thoughtfully packaged to tell its own unique story.

Shanghai Style | Where to find custom 'qipao' in Shanghai

https://english.shanghai.gov.cn/en-ShanghaiStyle/20260521/fcc24cead50f47e3a2cf578cca1b57bf.html

Shanghai Style | Why travelers are getting spectacles in Shanghai

https://english.shanghai.gov.cn/en-ShanghaiStyle/20260508/ee89525a2cc64403ae496d72f4de1159.html

If you go

Sandriver

Address: W17, Zhangyuan, No 200 North Maoming Road

Longfeng Qipao

Address: No 207 North Shaanxi Road

Business hours: 10 am to 9 pm

USM Design Capsule

Address: Room 201, Building C, No 12 Yongyuan Road

Business hours: 11 am to 7:30 pm