East China Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Shanghai
Jing An Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and religious aspects
Jing An Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and a city
Jade Buddha Temple showing religious aspects and a temple or place of worship
Jade Buddha Temple featuring religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Where to stay in East China

Xintiandi featuring a bar, street scenes and café scenes

Downtown Shanghai

5/5(8 area reviews)

Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Shanghai. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Three on the Bund, and jump on the metro at East Nanjing Road Station or Yuyuan Garden Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Shanghai
Jing An Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Jing'an

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

Travellers choose Jing'an for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Yanchang Road Station or Circus World Station and check out top sights like Jade Buddha Temple.

Jing'an
Shanghai Museum which includes modern architecture

Huangpu

4.5/5(125 area reviews)

Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Huangpu. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Yuyuan Bazaar, and jump on the metro at Yuyuan Garden Station or East Nanjing Road Station to see more of the city.

Huangpu
Lujiazui

Lujiazui

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lujiazui. If sightseeing is on the list, Shanghai Tower is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station to see more of the area.

Lujiazui
Default Image

Hongqiao

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Hongqiao. Top attractions like Hongqiao Int'l Pearl City and Laowai Street 101 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hechuan Road Station or Longbai Xincun Station to see more of the city.

Hongqiao
Default Image

Xuhui

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers choose Xuhui for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Stadium Station or Xujiahui Station and check out top sights like Shanghai Stadium.

Xuhui
Shangri-La Qingdao

Shangri-La Qingdao

5 out of 5
9 Xiang Gang Zhong Road, Qingdao, Shandong
The price is AU$157 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$157
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (583 reviews)
"My family had a lovely stay in Shangri La Qingdao. Everything was perfect, from location next to May Fourth Square station and a mega shopping mall MixC, very clean room to excellent customer service (special mention to York who helped us with check-in and Mr Yan who cleaned our room). I would certainly ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Shangri-La Qingdao
Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou

Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou

5 out of 5
6 Changshou Road, Kerry Central, Yan'an Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
The price is AU$212 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$212
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions West Lake and Former Residence of Sha ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (210 reviews)
"Mike 张 is excellent!"

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Midtown Shangri-La, Hangzhou
Pan Pacific Suzhou

Pan Pacific Suzhou

4.5 out of 5
259 Xin Shi Road, GuSou District, Suzhou, Jiangsu
The price is AU$96 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$96
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Suzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Panmen Scenic Area and Pan Gate are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (429 reviews)
"Very large and clean. Beautiful architecture."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Pan Pacific Suzhou
See all 10,577 properties in East China
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Somerset Swan Lake Hefei

Somerset Swan Lake Hefei

4 out of 5
No 888 Qianshan Road, New Municipal and Cultural District, Hefei, AnHui
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Hefei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Anhui Museum and Hefei ...
7.4/10 Good! (15 reviews)
"We always stay at"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Somerset Swan Lake Hefei
Oakwood Residence Hangzhou

Oakwood Residence Hangzhou

4.5 out of 5
No 28 Jiaogong Road, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hangzhou. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions West Lake and Yellow Dragon ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (298 reviews)
"Personal services, extra efforts by all who work here. Our home base each time when we are in Hangzhou. Exceptional service and perfect location."

Reviewed on 21 June 2025

Oakwood Residence Hangzhou
qingdaowanxianghuayuan

qingdaowanxianghuayuan

3 out of 5
qingdaoshinanqushandonglu, 1012shi, Qingdao, shandongsheng
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Qingdao. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions MixC Shopping Mall and May Fourth ...
qingdaowanxianghuayuan
See all properties in East China
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Shanghai Disneyland©

Shanghai Disneyland©

Enjoy the excitement at Shanghai Disneyland© and see why people love this theme park in Shanghai. Wander through the picturesque gardens and riverfront in this vibrant area.

Shanghai Disneyland©
The Bund which includes a city and flowers

The Bund

The changing fortunes of this sprawling riverside walkway are symbolic of the evolution of Shanghai itself.

The Bund
West Lake which includes a lake or waterhole

West Lake

This oasis of spectacular natural beauty has inspired poets and artists with its sparkling water, misty mountains and traditional pagodas.

West Lake
Nanjing Road Shopping District which includes central business district, signage and a city

Nanjing Road Shopping District

Experience the bustling energy of Shanghai’s most famous commercial street, with a pedestrian mall surrounded by traditional and luxury shopping opportunities.

Nanjing Road Shopping District
People\'s Square which includes flowers and a park

People's Square

To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.

People's Square
Oriental Pearl Tower which includes modern architecture, a river or creek and a city

Oriental Pearl Tower

Combining artistic expression with technological innovation, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a towering example of Shanghai’s recent resurgence.

Oriental Pearl Tower

Activities

8 Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang Jiayuguan with Accommodation

8 Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang Jiayuguan with Accommodation

AU$4,026
per adult
8 Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang Jiayuguan with Accommodation
Pearl River Night Cruise

Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou with Private Transfer

AU$135
per adult
Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou with Private Transfer
Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood

Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood

AU$98
per adult
Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood
Lychee Bay

Guangzhou Walking Tour To Explore The Old Xiguan Area

AU$135
per adult
Guangzhou Walking Tour To Explore The Old Xiguan Area
Chen Clan Academy

Small Group Guangzhou Layover Tour

AU$132
per adult
Small Group Guangzhou Layover Tour
Tracing the Soul of Old Guangzhou in Xiguan Saunter

Tracing the Soul of Old Guangzhou in Xiguan Saunter

AU$135
per adult
Tracing the Soul of Old Guangzhou in Xiguan Saunter
See all activities in East China

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Explore a world of travel with Expedia