Shanghai
Shanghai, China’s leading financial center, offers you a combination of modern architecture and historic charm. You can admire the skyline along the Huangpu River, explore the historic buildings of the Bund, and visit Yu Garden to appreciate traditional Chinese landscaping. The city also allows you to discover popular shopping streets and diverse dining options. As you explore Shanghai, you will gain insight into its cultural heritage, international influences, and evolving urban identity.
Weather Forecast
Visit Shanghai from mid-October to November for cool, comfortable temperatures of 15–25°C, lower humidity, and clearer skies. The season also brings cultural events, including the Shanghai Tourism Festival and Shanghai Biennale.
Sep–mayBe cautious of 'tea ceremony' and art gallery scams targeting tourists around Nanjing Road and the Bund.
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Shanghai Through Eyes
See Shanghai through quick reels from local experts, creators, and travelers. Slide through temples, islands, food streets, skylines, mountains, and hidden corners.
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Emergency help in Shanghai
Emergency numbers, hospitals, phrases and safety guidance for Shanghai.
- Police: 110 — Crime, threat, public safety issue
- Ambulance: 120 — Medical emergency or urgent injury
- Fire Department: 119 — Fire, smoke, rescue, trapped person
- Coast Guard: 95110 — China Coast Guard — sea rescue
- Traffic Accident: 122 — Report a road accident
- Tourism Complaints: 12345 — National tourism complaint line
- Hello — 你好 (Nǐ hǎo)
- Thank You — 谢谢 (Xièxiè)
- Good Bye — 再见 (Zàijiàn)
- Help — 帮助 (Bāngzhù)
- I am lost — 我迷路了 (Wǒ mílùle)
- Call the police — 打电话叫警察 (Dǎ diànhuà jiào jǐngchá)
- What should I do first if I’m in an emergency while traveling?
- Stay calm, move to safety, and contact local emergency services.
- What if I’m stranded without transportation?
- Stay somewhere secure and contact your accommodation, transport provider, or local authorities.
- What information should I give doctors during an emergency?
- Share your symptoms, allergies, medications, medical conditions, and emergency contact details.
- What should I do if someone threatens me?
- Avoid confrontation, move to safety, and contact emergency services.
- What if I’m caught in a flood?
- Move to higher ground and avoid walking or driving through floodwater.
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