Stress-Free Travel Tips for Visiting Shanghai Wildlife Park During the New Year

Planning a trip to Shanghai Wildlife Park during the New Year? Here's a comprehensive guide to ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit with your little ones. Whether you're visiting with a toddler or older children, these tips will help you make the most of your day. 🚗 Parking: Opt for the P2 parking lot near the entrance, costing 30 RMB per day. ⏰ Arrival Time: Aim to arrive between 9 AM and 10 AM for a leisurely 5-hour visit. 🐾 Suggested Itinerary: Follow this efficient route to avoid unnecessary detours and focus on the highlights. Recommended for annual pass holders: - Upon entering, head left to see the flamingos. - Continue to the Big Mouth Corridor. - Catch the sea lion show at 10:00 AM. - Take the Beast Zone tour—highly recommended at 50 RMB for a semi-open feeding experience. The free bus only offers viewing without interaction and has long queues. Sit near the chicken, carrot, and leaf feeding area for frequent feeding opportunities. The famous white tiger, Xiaobai, is often on the left side. - Visit Swan Lake—bring sliced bread as they don't favor leafy greens. - Dine at Tiger Restaurant—wait for a window seat near the tiger climbing frame for a unique dining experience. Try the double beef pizza set. - Across from Tiger Restaurant, there's a restroom with a baby care room. - Explore the Water Secret Domain (40 RMB), but note that younger children may experience motion sickness. - See ostriches, penguins, kangaroos, alpacas, giraffes, pandas, cheetahs. - Visit the Fish Eagle and Pelican areas. - Attend the Hundred Beast Mountain Theater show at 2:15 PM. - Check out zebras, elephants. - Ride the Ferris wheel. - Discover Dinosaur Park. - Meet capybaras. - Explore Lemur Island. - Visit Flying Bear Manor. - See raccoons, red pandas, anteaters. - Enjoy the Small Animal Park with otters, marmots, fennec foxes, monkeys—great for younger kids. - Admire the macaws. - Revisit flamingos on your way out, their feathers shining brightly. TIPS: - Purchase a 100 RMB feeding ticket online a day in advance; otherwise, it's 30 RMB per species for red pandas, capybaras, giraffes. #ShanghaiWildlifePark #ShanghaiNewYear #ShanghaiTravel