Download Alipay (Int’l Version) to pay for transport, meals, and tickets—it supports foreign cards and eliminates cash dependency. 🚲 2. Use Public Bikes Wisely Rent bikes via Alipay
West Lake Vinegar Fish A signature dish featuring tender grass fish simmered in a sweet-sour vinegar sauce, celebrated for its refreshing balance and melt-in-the-mouth texture, often served near West
Location : Lakeside Road, 1-min walk to West Lake Highlights : Floor-to-ceiling lake-view windows, glass-roof pool, 7 global dining venues. English Support : Full (staff, signage, menus). Price : ¥2
Highlights : Cruise past Three Pools Mirroring the Moon islands, cycle along Sudi Causeway , and catch the nighttime music fountain show . Tip : Visit at 6:00 AM for crowd-free views of Leifeng
Metro 1-Day Pass : ¥18 for unlimited rides (vs. ¥30+ for taxis per trip). Airport Transfer : Take Metro Line 2 to Pudong (¥7) instead of Maglev (¥50). Bike Sharing : Use HelloBike for short trips
Citizens from 43 countries (including EU nations, Malaysia, and newly added South American countries) can enjoy 15-day visa-free transit when entering via Shanghai. Key requirement : Show confirmed
Why Choose : Historic luxury in a 1911 heritage building with Art Deco interiors and butler service. Location : 2 Zhongshan East Road (direct Bund access). Best For : Culture seekers who value
Why visit : Historic waterfront with 52 colonial-era buildings facing Pudong’s futuristic skyline. Pro tip : Visit at dusk for the light show (19:00-22:30) and take the ¥2 ferry to Pudong for epic
