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.
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
Oriental Pearl Tower
Combining artistic expression with technological innovation, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a towering example of Shanghai’s recent resurgence.
Jing'an Temple
The Jing’an Temple is a cultural treasure trove, packed with Buddhist relics and maintaining the ancient tradition of the Temple Fair.
Activities
Shanghai: Roaming China Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
MyBus: Mutianyu Great Wall coach Tour with guide, lunch, ticket.
Shanghai City Sightseeing Bus Hop On Hop Off City Tour
Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking
Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions
Shanghai Yu Garden Admission Ticket Booking
Our pick of the best Thames Town Hotel Deals
Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
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Radisson Collection Yangtze Shanghai
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Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Shangri-La Qiantan, Shanghai
Reviewed on 23 July 2025
Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao CBD
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park
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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.
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.
Puxi
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Puxi. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Shanghai Changning Tennis Court, and jump on the metro at Songhong Road Station or Jiangsu Road Station to see more of the city.
Gubei
The beautiful gardens and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Gubei. Check out Huangjincheng Road Pedestrian Street or Song Qingling Mausoleum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Yaohong Road Station to get around town.
