Oriental Pearl Tower - one of Shanghai's iconic buildings
Last Update: 8th October 2020
The Oriental Pearl Tower was originally built in July 1991 and put into use in May 1995. Through the tower, you will get acquainted with the past, today, and the future of Shanghai. In the tower, you can not only enjoy the amazing views of Shanghai but also can try the delicious food at the revolving restaurants.
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What to expect at the Oriental Pearl Tower
At the 263m Sightseeing Galleria, you will enjoy the panoramic views of Shanghai and the Bund International Architecture Exhibition with a variety of styles. In addition, you can challenge yourself at the 259m transparent glass sightseeing gallery. The 350-meters-tall space capsule presents you the sci-fi charm of the space scene in futuristic style.
Covering an area of around 10,000 square meters, Shanghai Urban History Development Exhibition Hall at the base of the tower offers you a great chance to know some on the history of Shanghai. At the hall, you will explore more than 80 scenic spots, hundreds of precious historical relics and hundreds of scaled and beautiful buildings, including the views of the city, Shili Yangchang, the old traces of the sea, the architectural exhibition, 117 wax figures of the same size as the real man, nearly a thousand small wax figures, and small clay figurines. All these reflect the development of Shanghai.
If you are tired for your journey to Shanghai, you can refresh yourself at the 267-meter-tall Revolving Restaurant, tasting the delicious food with the beautiful views. If interested, you also can Coca-Cola Happiness Themed Restaurant.
Covering an area of around 10,000 square meters, Shanghai Urban History Development Exhibition Hall at the base of the tower offers you a great chance to know some on the history of Shanghai. At the hall, you will explore more than 80 scenic spots, hundreds of precious historical relics and hundreds of scaled and beautiful buildings, including the views of the city, Shili Yangchang, the old traces of the sea, the architectural exhibition, 117 wax figures of the same size as the real man, nearly a thousand small wax figures, and small clay figurines. All these reflect the development of Shanghai.
If you are tired for your journey to Shanghai, you can refresh yourself at the 267-meter-tall Revolving Restaurant, tasting the delicious food with the beautiful views. If interested, you also can Coca-Cola Happiness Themed Restaurant.
Best time to visit the Oriental Pearl Tower
If you are planning to visit Oriental Pearl Tower for photography purposes, the best time to visit is in the late afternoon when you can enjoy the amazing sunset and the night views.
The best months to visit are from March to November.
The best months to visit are from March to November.
How to get to the Oriental Pearl Tower
There are several buses near the tower. Therefore, there are several options.
- Rent a vehicle to the tower. This is the quickest and most direct option.
- Take Bus 81, 82, 85, 774, 789, 795, 870, 971, 983, 985, and Bus 993 to the Stop of Lujiazui (陆家嘴站). Then walk to the tower.
- Take Metro Line 2 to the Stop of Lujiazui (陆家嘴站). Then walk to the tower.
Additional Oriental Pearl Tower Travel Advice
- Opening hours: 08:00 - 21:30
- As at 8th October 2020, the combo ticket for the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Oriental Pearl Tower Cruise (Upper sphere, exhibition hall and Huangpu River cruise) is 180 NCY per person; the children between 1m tall (1m tall included) and 1.4m tall (1.4 m tall not included) are charged 90 CNY per person; the elder above 70 years old are charged 108 CNY per person; Children under 1m tall (1m tall not included) are free of charge.
- The Ticket A for the space capsule, Upper Sphere, Lower Sphere(including one activity) and the exhibition hall is 220 CNY per person; the children between 1m tall (1m tall included) and 1.4m tall (1.4 m tall not included) are charged 110 CNY per person; the elder above 70 years old are charged 132 CNY per person; Children under 1m tall (1m tall not included) are free of charge.
- The Ticket B for Upper Sphere, Lower Sphere(including one activity) and the exhibition hall is 160 CNY per person; the children between 1m tall (1m tall included) and 1.4m tall (1.4 m tall not included) are charged 80 CNY per person; the elder above 70 years old are charged 96 CNY per person; Children under 1m tall (1m tall not included) are free of charge.
- The Ticket C for Upper Sphere and the exhibition hall is 120 CNY per person; the children between 1m tall (1m tall included) and 1.4m tall (1.4 m tall not included) are charged 60 CNY per person; the elder above 70 years old are charged 72 CNY per person; Children under 1m tall (1m tall not included) are free of charge.
- The entrance pricing to the lunch at the revolving restaurant is 288 CNY per person; the children between 1m tall (1m tall included) and 1.4m tall (1.4 m tall not included) are charged 144 CNY per person; the elder above 70 years old are charged 172.8 CNY per person; Children under 1m tall (1m tall not included) are free of charge.
- The entrance pricing to the dinner at the revolving restaurant is 318 CNY per person; the children between 1m tall (1m tall included) and 1.4m tall (1.4 m tall not included) are charged 159 CNY per person; the elder above 70 years old are charged 190.8 CNY per person; Children under 1m tall (1m tall not included) are free of charge.
- The entrance pricing to the VIP Seating on the Zhonghua Hao Cruise or the Oriental Pearl Hao Cruise is 120 CNY per person; the children between 1m tall (1m tall included) and 1.4m tall (1.4 m tall not included) are charged 60 CNY per person; the elder above 70 years old are charged 72 CNY per person; Children under 1m tall (1m tall not included) are free of charge.
- The entrance pricing to the First Class Seating on the Zhonghua Hao Cruise or the Oriental Pearl Hao Cruise is 100 CNY per person; the children between 1m tall (1m tall included) and 1.4m tall (1.4 m tall not included) are charged 50 CNY per person; the elder above 70 years old are charged 60 CNY per person; Children under 1m tall (1m tall not included) are free of charge.
- For the latest pricing information, please contact us via email (info@wendyweitours.com)
- Please take good care of your children at the tower.
- Those who suffer from high blood pressure and heart diseases are not allowed to visit the tower.
Interested in visiting the Oriental Pearl Tower on a Tour?
Wendy Wei Tours offers a variety of different packaged tours as well as custom tours including the Oriental Pearl Tower, among other attractions and destinations. To find out more, please visit our Tours page or Contact Us directly to find out more.