Lonely Planet Pocket Shanghai

By Lonely Planet and Christopher Pitts

Book Overview

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Shanghai - and discover twice the city in half the time

Discover Shanghai's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From strolling through the atmospheric alleyways of Tianzifang, to walking the vertigo-inducing Transparent Observatory for awesome city views, and experiencing traditional Chinese medicine techniques at Shanghai's Zen Massage.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet'sPocket Shanghai travel guide:

Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Shanghai with ease Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including People's Park, Yuyuan Gardens & Bazaar, and Jade Buddha TempleExciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions Find the local vibe on foot Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Shanghai's best kept secrets and rising trends Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' sectionMake quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendorsEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; food, drink & nightlife; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelInspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of ShanghaiCovers: The Bund; People's Square; Old Town; Former French Concession; Jing'an; Pudong; Xujiahui

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Shanghai.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1786573849
• ISBN13: 9781786573841
• Release Date: December 2024
• Publisher: Lonely Planet
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 3.9" x 5.7"