Thames Town Travel Guide
Shanghai
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Popular places to visit
Shanghai Disneyland©
Enjoy the excitement at Shanghai Disneyland© and see why people love this theme park in Shanghai. Wander through the picturesque gardens and riverfront in this vibrant area.
The Bund
Despite years of war and revolution, the soul and skyline of one of the world’s great waterfront boulevards has risen to even greater heights.
Nanjing Road Shopping District
Experience the bustling energy of Shanghai’s most famous commercial street, with a pedestrian mall surrounded by traditional and luxury shopping opportunities.
Oriental Pearl Tower
This towering symbol of Shanghai’s modern renaissance offers history lessons, fine dining and stunning city views.
Yu Garden
Step through the gate of Shanghai’s premier classical gardens and into a tranquil world of bamboo groves, koi-filled ponds and Ming Dynasty pavilions.
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
Things to do
Shanghai Day Tour with English Guide – Explore Yu Garden & More
Chinese Acrobatics and Shanghai Evening Tour
Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking
No.77 China Eastern Plaza Premium Lounge at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Take Bullet Train to visit Badaling Great Wall with guide ticket.
Shanghai City Tour|Oriental Pearl+Huangpu River Cruise+Yu Garden
Top hotels in Thames Town
Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao
Everything is great except for the air conditioning, it did not work. We were provided a temporary AC unit but it did not work much better.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
Good
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Radisson Collection Yangtze Shanghai
We stayed for three nights at the Radisson Collection, and overall it was a good experience. We didn’t have breakfast there, but we did have the buffet dinner, which offered all kinds of seafood, sushi, and traditional Chinese food. They also had beef, chicken, lamb, and several salads. The buffet ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Traders Hongqiao Airport,Shanghai
Clean room
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Sofitel Shanghai Hongqiao
Staff needs to be professional and accommodating to guests, they act and serve as if it was a governmental institutio
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Yard Boutique Hotel Shanghai
Only stayed for one night but it was lovely stay
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thames Town
Songjiang District
The churches and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Songjiang District. Happy Valley Amusement Park and Sheshan Hill are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Songjiang Xincheng Station or Kaiyuan Plaza Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Qingpu District
Qingpu District is well liked for its mountain views and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shanghai Outlets and Dianshan Lake are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qingpu Xincheng Station or Huijin Road Station to get around.
Zhujiajiao
Well liked for its cafes and gardens, Zhujiajiao is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Zhujiajiao Chenghuangmiao Temple and Fangsheng Bridge, and jump on the metro at Zhujiajiao Station to get around the city.
Xinzhuang
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Xinzhuang is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Xincheng Central Park and Xinzhuang Park, and jump on the metro at Xinzhuang Station to get around the city.
Minhang
Get to know Minhang and its many features like its breweries and spas. You might want to explore sights like Qi Zhong Stadium and Qibao Old Street, and you can jump on the metro at Shujian Road Station or Shuangbai Road Station to get around the city.
Hongqiao
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Hongqiao. Top attractions like Hongqiao Int'l Pearl City and Laowai Street 101 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hechuan Road Station or Longbai Xincun Station to see more of the city.
