Flight Destination: Shanghai, China

Introduction
Popular Tourist Attractions
Specialties
Weather
Language
Airports
Hotels
Car Rental

Introduction

Shanghai is the most developed and bustling commercial and tourist center of China. Millions of tourists celebrate their vacations in Shanghai. It is characterized with the perfect mix of old Chinese culture with the western culture. High sky rises, several spots for entertainment, thumping night life, theme parks, gardens and museums all can be found in the ultra modern Shanghai. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is well connected from all major destinations in Asia, North America, Australia and Europe. You would be mesmerized from the beautiful architectural artifacts, Chinese silk and top-notch variety of tea grown in the region.

Popular Tourist Attractions

No better place than Yuyuan Gardens can make you witness the excellent native Chinese architecture of the past. Shanghai museum can also mesmerize you with the world famous Chinese architecture. It is highly recommended to visit Jade Buddha Temple, Jing'an Temple and Longhua Temple. You can feel the utter ease and inner comfort while in temple. Jinjiang Amusement Park is popular destination in the region. It can offer joy rides, eateries and few shopping avenues too!

Specialties

There are too many shopping avenues in Shanghai. Nanjing Road and Yuyuan Bazaar are by and large the most popular amongst all. You can get to buy the Chinese silk, clothes, Jewelry and other world famous Chinese crafts. Xinle Lu, Changle Lu and Anfu Lu areas can offer best in class boutique shopping. You may get world renowned brands and their accessories at a much cheaper bargain.

All major restaurants in Shanghai serve Chinese food delicacies and multi cuisine options. Some of the must try Chinese cuisine options include - Manchurian, Chicken lollypops, Chowmein and fried rice. It is highly recommended to visit one of the many tea houses and drink the flavored tea. You simply can't resist ordering another one.

Weather

Shanghai has a humid subtropical climate. Temperatures in summer vary from 16-25 degree Celsius. Winters are cold and dry with temperatures varying in between 1 to 9 degree Celsius. Ideal time to visit Shanghai is from April to August.

Current Weather Conditions in Shanghai, China and 3 day forecast:

partly cloudy today

Between 69°F and 76° tomorrow.

Between 69°F and 74° the day after tomorrow.

Between 68°F and 74°.

Language

Chinese is the official language and widely spoken in the region. Major tourist spots may provide information in English.

Airports

Shanghai Pudong International Airport is a major airport serving east Asia and Shanghai, China. Second major airport is Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.

Hotels

Some travelers may find it more convenient to stay closer to the airport, while others enjoy downtown. Here is a good start for finding good hotel.

Comfortable and cheap hotels are numerous and handy in Shanghai downtown and around Shanghai airport. Take advantage of excellent amenities, facilities and services they are offering.

It is hard to decide which hotel is the best hotel in Shanghai. Compare latest Shanghai hotel prices and amenities starting here.

Car Rental

Most convenient way to enjoy Shanghai no matter whether it's for work or pleasure is to rent a car.