Shanghai China
Shanghai, China’s largest city, sits on the country’s eastern coast where the Huangpu River meets the mighty Yangtze and flows into the East China Sea. A true global hub, it’s a city where futuristic skyscrapers light up the skyline while narrow alleyways hide steaming dumpling shops and buzzing markets. From the historic charm of the Bund to the neon dazzle of Pudong, Shanghai hums with energy—blending tradition and innovation in a way that feels endlessly alive.
The Bund waterfront promenade offers the classic view of the Pudong skyline across the Huangpu River - it looks different at every hour of the day. Xintiandi is a preserved shikumen (stone gate house) neighborhood converted into restaurants and bars. The Shanghai Museum in People’s Square has one of the finest collections of Chinese art and artifacts in the world, free to enter. Yu Garden in the Old City has beautiful classical Chinese garden architecture. The food scene in Shanghai spans everything from xiao long bao (soup dumplings) at Din Tai Fung to innovative contemporary Chinese cooking throughout the French Concession.
Pudong International Airport (PVG) serves most international flights and connects to the city via the Maglev train (7 minutes to Longyang Road metro station, though the inner-city journey then continues on metro) or metro Line 2 (about 60-70 minutes to People’s Square). Hongqiao Airport (SHA) handles domestic and regional flights, connecting to the city center in 30 minutes by metro.
Shanghai Metro is one of the world’s largest and most comprehensive metro systems, with 20+ lines covering virtually every part of the city. Didi (rideshare) is widely available. Taxis are plentiful and metered. The Bund, Xintiandi, and Lujiazui areas are walkable; most cross-city trips are best done on metro.
Spring (March-May) and autumn (October-November) are the most pleasant, with comfortable temperatures and good visibility. Summers are very hot and humid (35C+ in July-August) with occasional typhoon influence. Winters are cold and damp but rarely extremely cold.
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Our picks in Shanghai
A curated selection of hotels chosen for location, value, and fit for conference travellers.
Atour Hotel Longyang Road
2550 Longyang Rd, Pudong, Shanghai 201204, China
Business hotel a short walk from the convention area with solid amenities and Longyang Road metro access.
Grand Mercure Shanghai Century Park
888 Longyang Rd, Pudong, Shanghai 201204, China
Adjacent to the expo area with easy access to Longyang Road metro and full business facilities.
InterCityHotel Shanghai SNIEC
2500 Longyang Rd, Pudong, Shanghai 201204, China
Convenient hotel next to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre with complimentary breakfast included.
Kerry Hotel Pudong Shanghai
1388 Huamu Rd, Pudong, Shanghai 201204, China
Directly connected to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre with indoor pool, spa, and four restaurants.
Shanghai World Trade Mall Co., Ltd.
2299 Yan'an Rd (W), Changning District, Shanghai, China, 200051
Geared toward business and professional audiences, the mall offers high-quality, international-level facilities and s...
Shanghai International Convention Center
2727 Riverside Ave, Lujiazui, Pudong, Shanghai
Large convention and exhibition centre in the Lujiazui financial district on the east bank of the Huangpu River, with...
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