Thames Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Thames Town
Popular places to visit
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.
The Bund
The changing fortunes of this sprawling riverside walkway are symbolic of the evolution of Shanghai itself.
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.
Oriental Pearl Tower
Combining artistic expression with technological innovation, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a towering example of Shanghai’s recent resurgence.
Yu Garden
Created as a place of sanctuary over 400 years ago, Yu Yuan Gardens still provide a soothing retreat from the bustling streets of the Old Town.
Former French Concession
Take a stroll along the shaded avenues of Shanghai’s historic French Concession before enjoying a spot of shopping in some of the city’s trendiest boutiques.
Activities
Shanghai Day Tour with English Guide – Explore Yu Garden & More
No.77 China Eastern Plaza Premium Lounge at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking
Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions
Chinese Acrobatics and Shanghai Evening Tour
Take Bullet Train to visit Badaling Great Wall with guide ticket.
Our pick of the best Thames Town Hotel Deals
Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao
Everything is great except for the air conditioning, it did not work. We were provided a temporary AC unit but it did not work much better.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
Good
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Radisson Collection Yangtze Shanghai
Clean
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Traders Hongqiao Airport,Shanghai
Clean room
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park
Didn’t offer AC on hot days, initial staff response also very poor
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Sofitel Shanghai Hongqiao
Staff needs to be professional and accommodating to guests, they act and serve as if it was a governmental institutio
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thames Town
Songjiang District
The churches and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Songjiang District. Happy Valley Amusement Park and Sheshan Hill are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Songjiang Xincheng Station or Kaiyuan Plaza Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Qingpu District
Qingpu District is well liked for its mountain views and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shanghai Outlets and Dianshan Lake are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qingpu Xincheng Station or Huijin Road Station to get around.
Zhujiajiao
Well liked for its cafes and gardens, Zhujiajiao is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Zhujiajiao Chenghuangmiao Temple and Fangsheng Bridge, and jump on the metro at Zhujiajiao Station to get around the city.
Xinzhuang
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Xinzhuang is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Xincheng Central Park and Xinzhuang Park, and jump on the metro at Xinzhuang Station to get around the city.
Minhang
Get to know Minhang and its many features like its breweries and spas. You might want to explore sights like Qi Zhong Stadium and Qibao Old Street, and you can jump on the metro at Shujian Road Station or Shuangbai Road Station to get around the city.
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.
