Pocket Shanghai

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Shanghai - and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Shanghai's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From strolling through the atmospheric alleyways of Tianzifang, to walking the vertigo-inducing Transparent Observatory for awesome city views, and experiencing traditional Chinese medicine techniques at Shanghai's Zen Massage.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Shanghai travel guide:

• Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days 
• Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Shanghai with ease 
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including People's Park, Yuyuan Gardens & Bazaar, and Jade Buddha Temple
• Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions 
• Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights 
• Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Shanghai's best kept secrets and rising trends 
• Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section
• Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance 
• Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; food, drink & nightlife; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Shanghai
• Covers: The Bund; People's Square; Old Town; Former French Concession; Jing'an; Pudong; Xujiahui

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Shanghai.