Shanghai Pudong 4-Day, 3-Night Travel Guide

I. Budget Breakdown (per person) | Item | Estimated Cost | | Round-trip Transportation (High-speed rail/Flight) | ¥1600–2000 (can save by booking in advance) | | Accommodation (3 nights, design hotel/boutique B&B) | ¥900 (¥300/night) | | Local Transportation & Connections | ¥150 (Metro + Taxi) | | Tickets & Experiences | ¥250 | | Dining (4 days, including specialty meals) | ¥800 (¥200/day) | | Others (Souvenirs, emergencies, shows) | ¥200 | | Total | ≈ ¥3900–4000 | II. Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Shanghai · The Bund Night View · Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street ● Afternoon: Arrive in Shanghai     ○ Transportation:         ● If taking the 🚄 high-speed rail, after arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao Station, you can take Metro Line 2 directly to the city center (approx. ¥5).         ● If taking a ✈️ flight, land at Hongqiao Airport or Pudong Airport. From Pudong Airport to the city center, you can take Metro Line 16/Maglev + Line 2, approx. ¥50.     ○ Accommodation: It is recommended to choose accommodation near People's Square/Nanjing East Road (convenient transportation), or in the Jing'an Temple/Jululu area (more artistic). Recommended hotels include Jinjiang Metropolo Classic, Hanting Premium, or renovated old villa B&Bs. ● Evening: Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street + The Bund's Historic Buildings     ○ Both attractions are free to enter. From People's Square, walk east through the century-old commercial street, where you can also see old buildings like the Peace Hotel and Shanghai Mansion. Remember to arrive at The Bund observation deck before 6:30 PM to secure the best spot. ● Night: The Bund Night View + Pujiang River View     ○ At sunset, the lights gradually illuminate, and both banks of the Huangpu River resemble a movie scene. There are two options:         ● Walk to North Bund or Shiliupu Dock for a panoramic view of The Bund.         ● Take a Huangpu River cruise (¥88–128, includes light show, 1 hour). ● Dinner: Recommended old brands or new-style local Shanghai cuisine.     ○ Lao Zheng Xing Restaurant (Fuzhou Road branch), specialty dishes include Braised Pork Intestines with Shepherd's Purse, Stir-fried Shrimp, and Eight-Treasure Duck, approx. ¥100 per person.     ○ Lubolang, located next to City God Temple, famous for its Xiaolongbao, approx. ¥90 per person. Day 2: Shanghai Style Culture Day · Yu Garden + Tianzifang + Xintiandi ● Morning: Yu Garden + City God Temple     ○ Yu Garden ticket ¥40. It is a Ming Dynasty Jiangnan garden with pavilions, towers, and winding paths, perfect for photography. The commercial area around City God Temple is also worth exploring:         ● Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant is the originator of Xiaolongbao, approx. ¥40 per person.         ● Ningbo Tangtuan Restaurant's Black Sesame Tangyuan is very unique, approx. ¥20 per person.         ● You can also buy old Shanghai-style snacks like Pear Paste Candy and Five-Spice Beans. ● Noon: Have local lunch at Laoximen or Laobeimen.     ○ Dafugui Restaurant, with Anhui flavors, but a long-time favorite among Shanghainese. Recommended dishes include Braised Fish Tail and Shengjian (pan-fried buns), approx. ¥50 per person.     ○ Laobanzhai, Zhenjiang Cured Meat and Yangchun Noodles are signature dishes, approx. ¥40 per person. ● Afternoon: Tianzifang + Sinan Road     ○ Both places are free to enter. Tianzifang is an art district transformed from Shikumen alleys, filled with small shops, galleries, and cafes. Day 3: Pudong Modern Charm Tour ● Morning: Shanghai Science and Technology Museum     ○ Tickets can be booked in advance through official channels, priced at approximately ¥45. This is a large science museum integrating popular science, exhibitions, and interactive experiences, allowing you to feel the charm of technology and future development trends. ● Noon: Dine near the Science and Technology Museum, with various snacks and restaurants to choose from, average cost approx. ¥50 per person. ● Afternoon: Lujiazui Financial District     ○ Ascend the Shanghai Tower or Oriental Pearl TV Tower to overlook the bustling cityscape of Pudong. Shanghai Tower tickets are approximately ¥180, while Oriental Pearl TV Tower tickets vary in price depending on the observation deck. Afterwards, stroll along the streets of Lujiazui and admire the surrounding modern architecture. ● Evening: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant near Lujiazui, savoring Shanghai specialty dishes, approx. ¥100 per person. After dinner, you can enjoy the night view of Lujiazui, where the dazzling lights and skyscrapers complement each other, creating a spectacular sight. Day 4: Disneyland (if budget and time permit) ● Full Day: Visit Shanghai Disneyland. Ticket prices fluctuate depending on the date, generally between ¥399 - ¥799. The park offers numerous exciting rides, shows, and parades, making you feel as if you're in a fairy tale world. ● Dining: Dining expenses within Disneyland are relatively high, so it's recommended to prepare some snacks and water in advance. Average dining cost per person in the park is approx. ¥150. ● Transportation: From your accommodation to Disneyland, you can take the metro or a taxi, with costs varying by distance. III. Notes ● Book round-trip transportation and accommodation in advance, especially during peak tourist season, to avoid delays. ● Shanghai's summer temperatures are high, so be sure to take sun protection and heatstroke prevention measures; winter is colder, so bring warm clothing. ● When visiting Disneyland, you can download the official Disney Resort APP in advance to check ride wait times and show schedules, and plan your itinerary accordingly.