Explore the city after the show
A world-class destination — extend your trip and experience Shanghai beyond the expo.
Shanghai blends a historic waterfront, futuristic skylines and world-class food. Add a day or two and make your business trip memorable.
Must-see attractions
The Bund
Approx. 2.6 km from the venue
Yu Garden
Approx. 2.6 km from the venue
Lujiazui / Oriental Pearl Tower
Approx. 3.0 km from the venue
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
Approx. 2.5 km from the venue
Jing’an Temple
Approx. 2.0 km from the venue
Shanghai Museum
Approx. 2.5 km from the venue
Shanghai Museum (East)
Approx. 3.2 km from the venue
Top of Shanghai Observatory
Approx. 3.0 km from the venue
Wukang Road
Approx. 1.7 km from the venue
Metro City
Approx. 1.8 km from the venue
Shanghai Botanical Garden
Approx. 2.4 km from the venue
Zikawei Library
Approx. 1.8 km from the venue
Shanghai Disney Resort
Approx. 45 km from the venue
Shanghai Zoo
Approx. 9.8 km from the venue
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
Approx. 30 km from the venue
Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park
Approx. 74 km from the venue
Practical information
Currency
The renminbi (RMB/¥). ATMs are widespread and cards are accepted at most hotels.
Weather in August
Hot and humid, around 28–35°C. Pack light clothing, sun protection and an umbrella.
Language
Mandarin is official; English is common in hotels. Translation apps help day to day.
Payments
Mobile payments dominate — set up Alipay or WeChat Pay, and keep some cash handy.
Suggested itineraries
One extra day
Morning at Yu Garden and the Old Town, lunch nearby, then the Bund and a Huangpu River cruise at dusk.
A weekend
Add Lujiazui and the Shanghai Tower, shopping on Nanjing Road, and an evening in the Tianzifang lanes.
Beyond the city
Take the high-speed train to Suzhou or Hangzhou — classic gardens and West Lake are under an hour away.
Good to know
Metro and ride-hailing make the city easy to navigate. Keep your passport for hotel check-in and major attractions.