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Oh dear, you've approached the right person! While Shanghai is truly delightful, there are some "minefields" we need to be aware of in advance to ensure a smooth trip. Let me explain to you:
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Don't get your hopes up for Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street!
- This street is immensely popular, similar to Times Square in New York or Oxford Street in London. But to put it frankly, many foreign friends may simply feel that it's a crowded commercial street lined with common chain stores. If you wish to experience places with quintessential "old Shanghai charm" or something unique, you might think, "Is this it?"
- Travel Tip: Stroll around leisurely and take a photo, which will do. However, if you really want to experience something interesting, consider going to the small streets near Jing'an Temple (such as Ju Lu Road, Fu Min Road, and Chang Le Road), where many designer stores and cafes can be found, which are more popular among local youth.
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Visiting Bund View at Night, Time Selection Is Essential!
- The night-time view of The Bund is definitely world-class. The magnificent buildings across the Huangpu River, such as Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Center, shine brightly at night.
- However! During holidays or at seven to nine PM on regular days, so many people gather there that you may suspect everyone in the city has shown up, making taking quality photos rather difficult due to overcrowding.
- Travel Tip: Attend during weekdays or late in the evening, after ten o'clock (it would be much less crowded). Alternatively, you could consider visiting one of the rooftop bars that offer a bird’s-eye view of The Bund, which, although it entails cost, greatly enhances one's experience.
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Those "social media hype" food stalls might get you queuing eternally!
- Many restaurants and eateries in Shanghai are especially famous online, with lines queuing from the door of their establishments stretching several streets down, although sometimes the food might simply be... mediocrity that may not merit your precious travel time waiting.
- Travel Tip: For those truly wanting to taste authentic Shanghai cuisine or specialties, ask the local staff at your hotel for recommendations or try less conspicuous street food eateries frequently visited by residents, which usually offer better quality and greater value for money.
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️Take Extra Precautions: Beware These Scenarios!️- "Enthusiastic" Tour Guides or Art Students near Attractive Sites:
- Near popular attractions like Yu Garden (Yuyuan Garden) or People's Square, some people might approach you enthusiastically, offering a free tour guide service or identifying themselves as art students inviting you to see their "exhibitions" (often leading to small galleries or tea houses).
- How to Avoid: Simply decline politely (say, "No thanks, thank you"). These are typically schemes designed to steer you towards higher-priced goods or services. Remember, if someone is overly enthusiastic at tourist sites, it's often a cover for ulterior motives.
- Taxis Taking Advantage of You During Rides:
- At places like train stations, airports, or popular spots for tourists, some dishonest drivers might deliberately take a longer route or not use the fare meter but quote a higher price directly.
- How to Avoid: Try using a taxi-app (such as DiDi or Kuaidi taxi service available within Alipay or Wechat Pay), which provides an estimated price and route. Should you take a traditional taxi from the roadside, insist on using the fare meter ("Please use the meter") and be cautious of excessive detours. Upon arrival, remember to ask for an invoice ("Please give me a receipt").
- "Enthusiastic" Tour Guides or Art Students near Attractive Sites:
Hope these tips help you and wish you a wonderful experience in Shanghai while avoiding pitfalls!
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If you're heading to Disneyland, I'd recommend skipping the Citywalk the day before.
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No worries, Disneyland is only like 30,000 to 40,000 steps.
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If you're on a day trip and the Bund is your last stop, and you're heading to Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station, make sure to allow at least two hours to get there. I missed my train yesterday and had to rebook.
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Same goes for catching a flight; it's best to get to the airport three hours early. You have to walk a lot, and you'll also need to take a subway within the terminal.
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The Bund Sightseeing Tunnel was just... wow! Just finished it and I'm practically speechless. So incredibly moving! Seeing the outside world afterwards felt like a rebirth. My whole perspective on life has shifted, like I instantly matured, and my brain's cerebral cortex just smoothed out completely. It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience! If you come to Shanghai and don't check this out, you've wasted your trip. Even if you go nowhere else, you have to experience this. Absolutely unforgettable, truly extraordinary.
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Ugh, so many tricky people out there! I saw a 'flash sale' for the aquarium and bought a combo ticket. Figured since I'd bought it, I might as well go. Turns out, not only was it not great, but it also dropped me off on the opposite bank, and I had to buy another ticket just to get back. Damn it!
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Where's a good value place to stay in Shanghai?
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The place I stayed at is about 3 kilometers from the Bund.
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Saved this from a fellow traveler: if you enjoy photographing architecture, it's recommended. First stop should be some flower shop.
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Wow, I was actually planning to take this route tonight!
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I'd skip the crab roe noodles and crab roe buns. They aren't really a Shanghai specialty, and they're not fresh this time of year anyway.
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Excuse me, what are some Shanghai specialties? Any recommendations?
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Nanjing Road, Yu Garden, Qibao Old Street, Wukang Mansion, and Disneyland (especially on holidays).
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Wow, you basically just read out my entire travel plan!
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Seriously, don't bother queuing for the butterfly pastries at the Park Hotel. Not worth it.
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But if I need to bring back souvenirs for colleagues, what else can I get?
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I'm planning to travel after the May Day holiday to avoid the crowds. Will Shanghai attractions still be very crowded after May Day?
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It won't be too crowded.
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Is it okay to spend the first day exploring Shanghai, the second day at Disneyland, and the third day back exploring Shanghai?