Last Update: 16th November 2019
What Are The 10 Best Things To Do In Shanghai In October?
Shanghai is acclaimed one of the busiest metropolises in China. It is always exuding endless magic power attracting visitors and people from all over the world to pursue their dreams. It is decorated with tens of historical and cultural spots to discover. Let’s see the things to do there in the cool October.
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One of the most popular spots among visitors and locals, Xintiandi is a good option to take a break at one of the open-air restaurants or bars after a long journey. The old local Shikumen buildings are one of the highlights there as well. At night, it presents another type of beauty to visitors.
The well-preserved Xujiahui Catholic Church stands out in tens of modern buildings. The medieval Gothic building is more than 100 years old. It is said that the sacrificial altar was transported to Shanghai from France. Telling the significant stories of Jesus Christ, the stained glass will amaze you with the unique charm.
The Bund features the old buildings in Baroque, Renaissance, modernist, English Gothic, Spanish, or Italian style. Most of the buildings have exquisitely-decorated interiors. Street lamps, shop signs, and advertising boards are creatively made or feature the classical Chinese style. The Bund lies adjacent to the west bank of Huangpu River. Thus, views during the sunset and at night are fascinating as well.
As it is cool not cold in Shanghai in October, it is a great option to appreciate views along Huangpu River on a cruise boat. The river has old European buildings at the west bank and modern skyscrapers at the east bank. At night, the buildings in the light make for stunning views to admire.
Nanjing Road is one of the must-visit spots in Shanghai. Nanjing Road, especially the East Nanjing Road with tens of old Western buildings could offer you a feeling that you are back to the 1920s-1930s’s Shanghai. Famous international brands have opened the branch stores there. In addition, delicious snacks from around the country are gathered on the road.
Named after Yu Garden which was a private garden in the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644), Yuyuan Old Street is well known for the authentic local snacks. Although the buildings in the style of the Qing Dynasty (1644 – 1912) were rebuilt in modern times, they also create stunning views. If interested, you could also explore the Yu Garden to take a quick glimpse of the life of the rich in ancient China.
As the best-preserved old town in Shanghai Region, Zhujiajiao Water Town has witnessed the changes of Shanghai since the Ming Dynasty. 36 old stone bridges have slept over the water for more than 400 years. You could find Taoist, and Buddhist temples and Christian and Islamic churches in the one town.
Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center
If you would like to know more about the development history of Shanghai, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center is a great choice. High-tech means is applied to present all the aspects of the city, such as design, urban management, distance education, medical reform, etc.
Wander around Shanghai French Concession and you may get illusions that you were in Spain, France, or even England as it features old French, Spanish, and British neoclassical buildings. But some of them are fitted with modern decorations inside. Some of them are now bars, cafes or restaurants. And others are home to locals for nearly 100 years.
If you want to explore creative and interesting spots during your stay in Shanghai, you could discover M50 Creative Park. It is less crowded. The art stores there were originally old workshops. Through the hard-work of artists, they present exciting appearances with creative works inside. Colorful and odd graffiti on the wall is one of the highlights there.
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Wendy Wei Tours offers a variety of different packaged tours as well as custom tours in Shanghai, among other cities and areas. To find out more, please visit our Tours page or Contact Us directly to find out more.