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Meet Shanghai in February | Check out this comprehensive travel guide
Hi everyone 👋, Shanghai in February is naturally romantic! The New Year atmosphere is still in the air, with lanterns everywhere, warm and lively. Want to know how to have fun? This guide is all you need!
Itinerary
Day 1: Yuyuan Garden - The Bund - Waibaidu Bridge
Morning: Arrive in Shanghai and head straight to Yuyuan Garden. During the New Year, the New Year Lantern Festival here is dazzling, with lanterns as bright as day, and the ancient buildings are paired with gorgeous lights, creating a great atmosphere! There are also all kinds of snacks, and you must try the Nanxiang xiaolongbao, which is juicy and delicious 🥟.
Noon: Have lunch near Yuyuan Garden and try some local cuisine, with its rich flavors and taste of old Shanghai.
Afternoon: Stroll to the Bund and admire the Expo of International Architecture, with the modern skyscrapers of Lujiazui on the other side of the river. At dusk, the lights come on, and the view is stunning.
Evening: Head to Waibaidu Bridge from the Bund, and check out the filming location of "Romance in the Rain". Waibaidu Bridge is lit up at night and is a great photo spot.
Day 2: Shanghai Disneyland
Spend the whole day at Disneyland! In February, Disneyland is full of New Year decorations, creating a great atmosphere. As soon as you enter the park, take a photo with the New Year version of the Disney characters, which are super cute. Quickly go to the popular rides, such as TRON Lightcycle Power Run and Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and enjoy the thrill. Don't forget to watch the New Year-themed parade and fireworks show, and enjoy the beauty of the fairy tale world under the dreamy fireworks 🎆. There are also all kinds of New Year food in the park, such as Donald Duck-shaped custard buns, which are delicious and beautiful.
Day 3: Wukang Road - Anfu Road - Jing'an Temple
Morning: Head to Wukang Road and check out Wukang Mansion, a unique building that attracts countless tourists to take photos. Stroll along the street and see the old Western-style houses, and feel the artistic atmosphere of Shanghai.
Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant near Wukang Road and try a delicate brunch.
Afternoon: Head to Anfu Road, where there are many trendy shops and popular cafes, and it's fun to just wander around.
Evening: Go to Jing'an Temple, an ancient temple with a long history that looks solemn and majestic under the lights. There are also many malls and food streets around to satisfy your shopping and food needs.
Day 4: Return
Morning: Sleep in, pack your bags, and visit the nearby shops to buy some Shanghai souvenirs, such as butterfly pastries and White Rabbit candy.
Noon: After lunch, return home with beautiful memories.
Travel Guide
🚇Transportation: Download the "Metro Dadao" app, which makes it easy to take the subway, or you can take a taxi or ride a shared bike.
🏠Accommodation: It is recommended to stay near People's Square, which is convenient for transportation and easy to get around.
💰Cost: Disneyland tickets are expensive, but most other attractions are free, with an overall budget of about RMB 3,000–5,000 per person for 4 days.