Things to do in Shanghai

Planning questions about Shanghai

What are the best things to do in Shanghai?

Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights is the highest ranked experience in Shanghai, scoring 95 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,359 traveler reviews. Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai, Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated, Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights, Private Amazing Shanghai City Day Tour in Your Way round out the top five. Outty ranks 2,122 bookable experiences in Shanghai, China, and 10 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Shanghai cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Shanghai is $60 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $3 on Shanghai French Concession Walking Tour-Tip Based. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Shanghai for today?

Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Shanghai currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Shanghai good for families?

Yes. 12 of the experiences we rank in Shanghai are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Shanghai?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Shanghai?

Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Shanghai?

119 of the 120 experiences we rank in Shanghai offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Shanghai gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Shanghai so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.