Shanghai walking route: Shanghai Maglev Train to Yu Garden

Explore Shanghai's 74.9 km route connecting the city's most iconic landmarks, from the futuristic Oriental Pearl TV Tower and Shanghai Tower skyscrapers in Pudong District to the historic Bund and French Concession. Visit cultural attractions including Yu Garden, Shanghai Botanical Garden, and the Shanghai Natural History Museum, with riverside views from a Huangpu River Cruise.

Distance
74.9 km
Duration
14 h 59 min
Mode
route
Start
Shanghai Maglev Train
End
Wukang Road
Stops
15
Video author
travmap
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Stops on this route

  1. Shanghai Maglev Train — High-speed magnetic levitation train connecting to the airport
  2. The Bund — Historic waterfront area with iconic architecture and Charging Bull sculpture
  3. Pudong District — Eastern district across the Huangpu River with futuristic skyscrapers
  4. Skyscrapers of Shanghai — Ultra-modern towers including the Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Tower define Asia's most vertical skyline and symbolize China's economic transformation.
  5. French Concession — Historic neighborhood with colonial-era architecture and villas
  6. Xintiandi — Upscale dining and entertainment neighborhood
  7. Shanghai Exhibition Center — Major exhibition and cultural venue
  8. Yu Garden — Historic classical Chinese garden
  9. Shanghai Botanical Garden — Large botanical garden with landscaped grounds
  10. Century Park — Major urban park
  11. Marriage Market — Open-air gathering where parents display information about unmarried adult children, reflecting traditional matchmaking customs in contemporary urban China.
  12. Huangpu River Cruise — River cruise experience through Shanghai's cityscape
  13. Shanghai Natural History Museum — Natural history museum
  14. Oriental Pearl TV Tower — Iconic futuristic skyscraper and landmark
  15. Wukang Road — Historic area with highest density of colonial villas

Useful for your trip

Transport
Take the Shanghai Maglev Train from Pudong International Airport to the city center: 50 RMB, 8 minutes, speed 300 km/h.
Transport
Use Shanghai Metro (508 stations, 826 km) via travel card or Alipay QR code scan. Trains are clean, on time, and very convenient.
Transport
Cross the Huangpu River via ferry, car/bus, or Bund Sightseeing Tunnel (50 RMB one way, mostly for tourists).
Food
Shanghai cuisine is notably sweet. Try local specialties: sweet and sour pork, squirrel Mandarin fish (boneless), and crab meat dishes.
Avoid
Dating scene note: Local girls may ask if your area code is 310 (Shanghai ID code). Being non-local can affect dating acceptance.
Tip
Shanghai has over 8,000 coffee shops—more than London, New York, or Tokyo. Some cafes offer edible cups made of cookie material.
Timing
Avoid visiting Shanghai Botanical Garden during extreme heat (37°C+ days reported as nearly empty due to temperature).
Food
Restaurant meal for 2-3 people can exceed $200 USD. Shanghai can be expensive for dining and accommodation.
Tip
Most buildings in Shanghai have 40-70 year government leases, after which they're demolished and rebuilt rather than renewed.
Where to stay
Book hotels on Line 2 of Shanghai Metro, which runs straight through the city center for easy access to all areas.
Transport
Use Didi (local Uber alternative) instead of conventional taxis—it's significantly cheaper and accepts Alipay payment.

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