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Step into a dream at the Starry Gallery of Shanghai 🌌✨ – an immersive wonderland where cosmic art, mirrored corridors, and interactive light installations will make your photo roll sparkle! It’s your shortcut to heaven for content creators, couples, and Insta-enthusiasts alike. Plan your route: The gallery’s tucked away at Floor B2, Shiliupu Wharf, No. 531, Zhongshan East 2nd Road, inside the Mosaic Plaza Mall (3rd floor). It can be tricky to find, so keep an eye out for signage near the elevators and don’t hesitate to ask staff for directions if you’re lost! Must-do experiences: Stroll through the Infinity Rooms for mind-bending mirror effects, pose under the “galaxy tunnel” light show, and try the playful interactive screens for quirky selfies. The entire gallery is designed for creative photo ops—just keep your phone charged! Top photo spots: Snap a star-lit selfie in the kaleidoscope corridors, capture your silhouette in the planetarium projection zone, and get a panoramic shot of the radiant LED nebula wall. Practical tips: Tickets are cheaper online (I grabbed two for about 68 yuan via trip.com)! Go during off-peak hours for emptier scenes—weekday mornings are best. Admission is 59.9 yuan at the desk, but buying ahead skips the queue. Precautions: Some installations have glass floors and dark sections—watch your step if you’re carrying bags or moving with kids. Indoor lighting means no flash is needed, and tripods aren’t allowed. #shanghai #starrygallery #artexperience #photospot #traveltips

Posted: Oct 10, 2025

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