The Bund / 外滩

Category

• Historical
• Nature

Why Visit

• Shanghai's most famous landmark
• Spectacular skyline views of Lujiazui
• Beautiful day and night photography
• One of the world's best urban waterfronts.

Suggested Duration

1.5–2.5 hours

Best Visiting Time

After 19:00

Suitable For

• First-time visitors
• Architecture lovers
• City walkers
• Couples

Tips

• Walk from East Nanjing Road to the Bund
• Secure a good spot at the North Bund observation desk to photograph the Lujiazui light show, then take the 2元 ferry to follow it
• Visit during sunset and stay until the city lights come on
• Weekdays are less crowded
• Avoid major holidays and New Year's Eve due to extremely heavy crowds.

Admission Type

Free

Reservation Required

No

Reservation Max.

No need to make an appointment.

Opening Hours

24 hours

Address (English & Chinese)

No. 1, Zhongshan East 2nd Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai
上海市黄浦区中山东二路1号

Note

The lights will turn on when it is evening (depending on season, so see the weather forecast. There are 3 cruisine line to see the view of The Bund (东金线，东复线，秦公线) with different prices, opening, and closing times.