Shanghai Sightseeing Bus

Shanghai, China
Duration1 day
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Russian, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 60 travelers

Overview

Discover the vibrant city of Shanghai at your own pace with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket. This service covers iconic landmarks such as the Bund, Lujiazui, Yu Garden, and the charming French Concession. Enjoy the flexibility of unlimited rides throughout the day, with buses operating from approximately 9 am to 9 pm every 20-30 minutes. Multilingual audio guides enhance your journey, providing insights into the rich history and culture of each site, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of this dynamic city.

What's included

  • Audio Guide
  • Public transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour Map
  • Stops near the major sights

What to expect

  1. Madame Tussauds Shanghai
    40m · Admission ticket not included
    Madame Tussauds Shanghai is a world-famous cultural landmark and one of Shanghai’s most popular tourist attractions. Opened in 2006, it was the sixth Madame Tussauds museum in the world and the first in Mainland China, marking an important milestone in the brand’s global expansion and Shanghai’s growing international influence.
  2. Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is one of Shanghai’s most iconic landmarks and a symbol of the city’s commercial heritage. Often referred to as “China’s No. 1 Commercial Street,” it has a history dating back to the mid-19th century and was among the first modern commercial streets in China. Stretching from People’s Square to the historic Bund, the pedestrian street blends century-old architecture, renowned department stores, international flagship brands, local specialty shops, and vibrant nightlife. As the heart of Shanghai’s shopping and cultural scene, Nanjing Road showcases the city’s unique fusion of history, commerce, and modern urban life, attracting millions of visitors from around the world each year.
  3. Fairmont Peace Hotel
    1m · Admission ticket not included
    Just a short walk away stands the legendary Fairmont Peace Hotel, an Art Deco masterpiece that has graced the Bund since 1929. Once known as the Cathay Hotel, it became a symbol of Shanghai’s golden age and has hosted world leaders, celebrities, and distinguished travelers for nearly a century. Today, its iconic green copper roof remains one of the most recognizable landmarks on Shanghai’s skyline. Together, these attractions showcase the perfect blend of Shanghai’s historic charm and contemporary sophistication.
  4. 1h · Admission ticket not included
    Waibaidu Bridge is one of Shanghai’s most historic and recognizable landmarks. Completed in 1908, it was the first all-steel bridge in China and remains the oldest surviving bridge of its kind in the country. Spanning Suzhou Creek at the northern edge of the Bund, the bridge connects the historic Bund district with the former International Settlement area. Its distinctive steel truss design and rich history have made it a symbol of Shanghai’s transformation from a trading port into a global metropolis. Offering spectacular views of the Bund, the Huangpu River, and the Pudong skyline, Waibaidu Bridge is a favorite spot for photography and one of the city’s most iconic cultural landmarks.
  5. The Bund
    1h
    The Bund Customs House is one of Shanghai’s most iconic historic landmarks and a defining feature of the city’s waterfront skyline. Completed in 1927, the building is renowned for its majestic clock tower, inspired by London’s Big Ben, which has long served as a symbol of Shanghai’s prosperity and international character. Standing prominently along the Bund, the Customs House was once the center of China’s maritime trade administration and remains an active customs facility today. Its elegant neoclassical architecture, grand granite façade, and historic clock tower reflect Shanghai’s transformation into a global trading hub during the early 20th century. Together with the neighboring historic buildings, the Customs House represents the rich heritage and enduring legacy of the Bund. (
  6. Shanghai Huangpu Riverside Trip
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The Bund Huangpu River Cruise Terminal serves as the gateway to one of Shanghai’s most iconic sightseeing experiences. Offering panoramic views of the historic Bund and the modern Pudong skyline, a Huangpu River cruise showcases the city’s unique blend of heritage, innovation, and world-class urban scenery.
  7. Yu Garden
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Yuyuan Garden and the City God Temple represent the cultural heart of historic Shanghai. Featuring over 460 years of history, classical Chinese architecture, traditional gardens, and vibrant local markets, this iconic destination showcases the beauty of Jiangnan culture and offers visitors an authentic experience of old Shanghai.
  8. Xintiandi
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Xintiandi is a world-famous Shanghai landmark that combines the city’s historic Shikumen architecture with modern lifestyle, fashion, and culture. Known as a pioneering urban renewal project, it represents the perfect fusion of old Shanghai charm and contemporary international sophistication.
  9. Huaihai Road Commercial Street
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Huaihai Middle Road is one of Shanghai’s most prestigious shopping and lifestyle destinations, often referred to as the “Champs-Élysées of the East.” Originally known as Avenue Joffre during the French Concession era, the boulevard has evolved into a world-renowned commercial district that seamlessly blends historic elegance with modern luxury. Lined with iconic plane trees, historic villas, luxury boutiques, flagship stores, art spaces, and fashionable cafés, it represents the sophisticated side of Shanghai. (
  10. Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    The Shanghai Museum is a world-renowned museum of ancient Chinese art and one of Shanghai’s most important cultural landmarks. With over one million artifacts and one of the most comprehensive collections of Chinese art in the world, it offers visitors an exceptional introduction to China’s rich history, culture, and artistic heritage.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Shanghai History Museum is a landmark cultural institution that chronicles the city’s transformation over more than 6,000 years. Grand Cinema (Daguangming Cinema) is one of Shanghai’s most iconic cultural landmarks and one of China’s oldest cinemas. Known as the “No. 1 Cinema in the Far East.”

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The Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall is China’s first urban planning museum and a landmark cultural attraction at People’s Square. The Shanghai Grand Theatre is one of China’s premier performing arts venues and a landmark of modern Shanghai.

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The Shanghai Museum is a world-renowned museum of ancient Chinese art and one of Shanghai’s most important cultural landmarks. With over one million artifacts and one of the most comprehensive collections of Chinese art in the world.

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Huaihai Middle Road is one of Shanghai’s most prestigious shopping and lifestyle destinations, often referred to as the “Champs-Élysées of the East.” Lined with iconic plane trees, historic villas, luxury boutiques, flagship stores, art spaces, and fashionable cafés.

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Xintiandi is a world-famous Shanghai landmark that combines the city’s historic Shikumen architecture with modern lifestyle, fashion, and culture. Known as a pioneering urban renewal project, it represents the perfect fusion of old Shanghai charm and contemporary international sophistication.

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No.324 Mandang Road. The Former Site of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea is a significant historical landmark in Shanghai, commemorating Korea’s independence movement during the early 20th century.

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Yuyuan Garden and the City God Temple represent the cultural heart of historic Shanghai. Featuring over 460 years of history, classical Chinese architecture, traditional gardens, and vibrant local markets.

Meeting point

The Bund Huangpu River Cruise Terminal serves as the gateway to one of Shanghai’s most iconic sightseeing experiences. Offering panoramic views of the historic Bund and the modern Pudong skyline.

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The Bund Customs House is one of Shanghai’s most iconic historic landmarks and a defining feature of the city’s waterfront skyline. Completed in 1927, the building is renowned for its majestic clock tower, inspired by London’s Big Ben.

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No.438 Henan Middle Road. The eastern section of Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is a vibrant destination where Shanghai’s rich history, luxury shopping, and iconic skyline come together. Just a short walk away stands the legendary Fairmont Peace Hotel.

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Century Square is a vibrant cultural and commercial landmark located in the heart of Shanghai’s famous Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. Serving as a key link between People’s Square and the Bund, the square has long hosted public performances, cultural events, festivals, and city celebrations.

Meeting point

No. 498 Jiujing Road. (near Helen Hotel)
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is one of Shanghai’s most iconic landmarks and a symbol of the city’s commercial heritage. Stretching from People’s Square to the historic Bund.

Meeting point

To guarantee a seat, especially during peak tourist times, head to a terminal stop where the bus begins its route. Look for the distinctive red sightseeing bus stop sign.

End point

The Shanghai History Museum is a landmark cultural institution that chronicles the city’s transformation over more than 6,000 years. Grand Cinema (Daguangming Cinema) is one of Shanghai’s most iconic cultural landmarks and one of China’s oldest cinemas. Known as the “No. 1 Cinema in the Far East.”

End point

The Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall is China’s first urban planning museum and a landmark cultural attraction at People’s Square. The Shanghai Grand Theatre is one of China’s premier performing arts venues and a landmark of modern Shanghai.

End point

The Shanghai Museum is a world-renowned museum of ancient Chinese art and one of Shanghai’s most important cultural landmarks. With over one million artifacts and one of the most comprehensive collections of Chinese art in the world.

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Huaihai Middle Road is one of Shanghai’s most prestigious shopping and lifestyle destinations, often referred to as the “Champs-Élysées of the East.” Lined with iconic plane trees, historic villas, luxury boutiques, flagship stores, art spaces, and fashionable cafés.

End point

Xintiandi is a world-famous Shanghai landmark that combines the city’s historic Shikumen architecture with modern lifestyle, fashion, and culture. Known as a pioneering urban renewal project, it represents the perfect fusion of old Shanghai charm and contemporary international sophistication.

End point

No.324 Mandang Road. The Former Site of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea is a significant historical landmark in Shanghai, commemorating Korea’s independence movement during the early 20th century.

End point

Yuyuan Garden and the City God Temple represent the cultural heart of historic Shanghai. Featuring over 460 years of history, classical Chinese architecture, traditional gardens, and vibrant local markets.

End point

The Bund Huangpu River Cruise Terminal serves as the gateway to one of Shanghai’s most iconic sightseeing experiences. Offering panoramic views of the historic Bund and the modern Pudong skyline.

End point

The Bund Customs House is one of Shanghai’s most iconic historic landmarks and a defining feature of the city’s waterfront skyline. Completed in 1927, the building is renowned for its majestic clock tower, inspired by London’s Big Ben.

End point

No.438 Henan Middle Road. The eastern section of Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is a vibrant destination where Shanghai’s rich history, luxury shopping, and iconic skyline come together. Just a short walk away stands the legendary Fairmont Peace Hotel.

End point

Century Square is a vibrant cultural and commercial landmark located in the heart of Shanghai’s famous Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. Serving as a key link between People’s Square and the Bund, the square has long hosted public performances, cultural events, festivals, and city celebrations.

End point

No. 498 Jiujing Road. (near Helen Hotel)
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is one of Shanghai’s most iconic landmarks and a symbol of the city’s commercial heritage. Stretching from People’s Square to the historic Bund.

End point

To guarantee a seat, especially during peak tourist times, head to a terminal stop where the bus begins its route. Look for the distinctive red sightseeing bus stop sign.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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