The Bund (Wai Tan)
The Bund (Wai Tan)
4.5
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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This is a designated section of Shanghai’s port along the Huang Pu River lined with beautiful neo-classical buildings and a waterfront promenade that is packed with tourists, locals and street sellers.
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Neighbourhood: Huangpu
How to get there
- East Nanjing Road • 8 min walk
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- Amr SobhiAccra, Ghana89 contributionsThe BundThe Bund is a famous waterfront area located in Shanghai, China. It stretches along the western bank of the Huangpu River and is known for its stunning skyline views. The area is lined with historic buildings showcasing a blend of architectural styles, including Gothic, Baroque, and Art Deco. The Bund is a popular tourist destination and a symbol of Shanghai's past as an international trading hub. It offers a vibrant atmosphere with numerous restaurants, shops, and promenades, making it a must-visit destination for travelers.Visited August 2023Travelled soloWritten 19 August 2023
- TaherAlbaghliJulianKuwait City, Kuwait1,984 contributionsThe BundIt is part of Shanghai close to Huang Pu River ,with neo-classical buildings and a waterfront promenade that is packed with tourists, I have been here several times on my visit to Shanghai. I saw many people local and tourist. It is worth visit especially at night.Visited August 2023Travelled with familyWritten 10 September 2023
- EdsonSan Francisco, California255 contributionsThe bund, at night… you’re welcome!The bund was an amazing experience, a cluster of European style historical buildings very well preserved. I do remember seeing pictures of the bund before and I have to say they didn’t do any justice. I got the chance to visit it for the first time at night and the lightning in the buildings is breathtaking, plenty of spots to take pictures and right amount of people without feeling overwhelmed. Walking distance to other attractions and just across the street to see the Shanghai modern skyline.Visited September 2023Travelled soloWritten 20 September 2023
- Francisco MMiami, Florida56 contributionsBest english tour guide in ShanghaiWe took a 4 hour tour in Shanghai, focusing on the history and architecture of the city, for the years 1900 to 1947. The Bund and surrounding streets, and Nanjing Rd E and Nanjing Rd W. The Sassoon family, the Kadoorie family, the Hardoon family, and many more western and Chinese families that left a mark in Shanghai. The Jewish museum tells the story of 20,000 refugees before WW2 and after, during the Japanese occupation of Shanghai. The French and British concessions are also very important during this tour. The guide name: Mary Wu. Her contact: +86 150 0191 3031 Her email: marywinwinwin666@163.com Very knowledgeable guide. Being a local and communicating in very good English, this city tour ( car and walking) was a highlight of our China trip.Visited October 2023Travelled on businessWritten 24 October 2023
- JElliot32New South Wales, Australia3,811 contributionsThe heart and soul of China - by day and nightI first visited the Bund in 1979 when China was first opening up to the world. China was a very different country then but then the Bund was also completely to the other parts of China I visited. On the Bund, couples strolled around hand in hand. That sort of thing was absolutely verboten in the rest of China. I loved the Bund then and still love it now, both by day and night. The promenade allows a close-up view of the constant activity on the Huangpu River and the beautiful old colonial buildings in the old French and British Quarters. By night the area comes alive: there is still plenty of action on the river but highlight is the dazzling lightshow from the skyscrapers across the river at Pudong. Shanghai is an amazing vibrant, dynamic city and to me this essence is captured best on the BundVisited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 19 November 2023
- Steve lSeattle, Washington42 contributionsFancy Bund in a different lookI took a half day off to visit the Bund during my business trip in Shanghai, it's a drizzling day, a little bit cold outside, so there are few visitor there, and famous skyscraper like oriental pearl and etc. were hiding in the clouds. It gave me a different kind feeling about this venue, fancy of course, but quite and free, I took the ferry boat to the other side, the Nanjing Xilu, this is a unique experience, I heard that it is extremely popular place for the tourist to go to have fantastic view about the Bund, I highly suggest you to take it at night, a wonderful experience will be guaranteed .Visited January 2024Travelled on businessWritten 25 January 2024
- Nis NPort of Spain, Trinidad150 contributionsMust do if in ShanghaiA must visit aspect of Shanghai. I had a few hours in Shanghai before heading off to the airport and walked down to the Bund. Be prepared for crowds however the sight of the towers across the river really is one to behold. There are restaurants and pubs down there as well.Visited November 2023Travelled soloWritten 1 February 2024
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Nis N
Port of Spain, Trinidad150 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
A must visit aspect of Shanghai. I had a few hours in Shanghai before heading off to the airport and walked down to the Bund. Be prepared for crowds however the sight of the towers across the river really is one to behold. There are restaurants and pubs down there as well.
Written 1 February 2024
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Steve l
Seattle, WA42 contributions
Jan 2024 • Business
I took a half day off to visit the Bund during my business trip in Shanghai, it's a drizzling day, a little bit cold outside, so there are few visitor there, and famous skyscraper like oriental pearl and etc. were hiding in the clouds. It gave me a different kind feeling about this venue, fancy of course, but quite and free, I took the ferry boat to the other side, the Nanjing Xilu, this is a unique experience, I heard that it is extremely popular place for the tourist to go to have fantastic view about the Bund, I highly suggest you to take it at night, a wonderful experience will be guaranteed .
Written 25 January 2024
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annexplorer71
Brighton, IL256 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Nice, safe, walking area in Shanghai. We walked the riverfront at night. Unique lights along the way. One day I will return to China again.
Written 24 November 2023
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JElliot32
New South Wales, Australia3,811 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
I first visited the Bund in 1979 when China was first opening up to the world. China was a very different country then but then the Bund was also completely to the other parts of China I visited. On the Bund, couples strolled around hand in hand. That sort of thing was absolutely verboten in the rest of China. I loved the Bund then and still love it now, both by day and night. The promenade allows a close-up view of the constant activity on the Huangpu River and the beautiful old colonial buildings in the old French and British Quarters. By night the area comes alive: there is still plenty of action on the river but highlight is the dazzling lightshow from the skyscrapers across the river at Pudong. Shanghai is an amazing vibrant, dynamic city and to me this essence is captured best on the Bund
Written 20 November 2023
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ClaireLouise
Derbyshire, UK366 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Beautiful at night .
Was able to take many photos of the lit up buildings.
Wandered around the shops opposite.
100% recommend.
Was able to take many photos of the lit up buildings.
Wandered around the shops opposite.
100% recommend.
Written 25 October 2023
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Francisco M
Miami, FL56 contributions
Oct 2023 • Business
We took a 4 hour tour in Shanghai, focusing on the history and architecture of the city, for the years 1900 to 1947. The Bund and surrounding streets, and Nanjing Rd E and Nanjing Rd W. The Sassoon family, the Kadoorie family, the Hardoon family, and many more western and Chinese families that left a mark in Shanghai. The Jewish museum tells the story of 20,000 refugees before WW2 and after, during the Japanese occupation of Shanghai. The French and British concessions are also very important during this tour.
The guide name: Mary Wu. Her contact: +86 150 0191 3031
Her email: marywinwinwin666@163.com
Very knowledgeable guide. Being a local and communicating in very good English, this city tour ( car and walking) was a highlight of our China trip.
The guide name: Mary Wu. Her contact: +86 150 0191 3031
Her email: marywinwinwin666@163.com
Very knowledgeable guide. Being a local and communicating in very good English, this city tour ( car and walking) was a highlight of our China trip.
Written 24 October 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dorset F
340 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
Famous landmark photo opportunity. Lots of photo, most recognisable part of Shanghai.
Visited during the day and the night. It was busier at night time.
Visited during the day and the night. It was busier at night time.
Written 15 October 2023
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Edson
San Francisco, CA255 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
The bund was an amazing experience, a cluster of European style historical buildings very well preserved. I do remember seeing pictures of the bund before and I have to say they didn’t do any justice. I got the chance to visit it for the first time at night and the lightning in the buildings is breathtaking, plenty of spots to take pictures and right amount of people without feeling overwhelmed. Walking distance to other attractions and just across the street to see the Shanghai modern skyline.
Written 20 September 2023
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TaherAlbaghliJulian
Kuwait City, Kuwait1,984 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
It is part of Shanghai close to Huang Pu River ,with neo-classical buildings and a waterfront promenade that is packed with tourists, I have been here several times on my visit to Shanghai. I saw many people local and tourist. It is worth visit especially at night.
Written 10 September 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
xi ra
Ramat Hasharon, Israel553 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
Beautiful at night,must see, do not miss amazing can walk down to it from nanjing road or just take a cab straight to it skipping nanjing lu which is really overrated.
Written 10 September 2023
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I have a very limited time available in Shanghai. I’d love to see the Bund lights. What time do they start from? Will I have time to view them before I have to go to catch a flight around 8pm. Does it take a long time to get from the Bund to the airport?
Written 22 October 2020
Very difficult, counting the traffic and the distance.. 🙁
Written 27 October 2020
Hi,
I have an Indian passport and travelling from Canada to India via Shanghai.
I have 21 hours stay at Shanghai. Do I need visa?
Written 12 November 2018
I just travelled from Vancouver to Shanghai, where I am now. At the airport, there were lines for people needing transit visas, up to 22 hours, I think. Sorry, I wasn’t really paying attention. If you are in Vancouver, I would definitely contact either the Consulate, or better yet, the visa issuing office on Broadway, before travelling. You absolutely don’t want to arrive at the airport to find you need a visa and are not allowed to board. You can get multiple entry visas good for the life of your passport in a couple of days. Shanghai is an excellent place to spend a couple of days going or coming from India.
Written 12 November 2018
will be in Shanghai for one day from 6.00 am to 8.00 pm
-Do we need to get a visa? we come from the UK
- I travel with my mobility scooter so we would rather visit the city with a private guide who will know about accessibility.
Any recommendation will be greatly appreciated.
Written 26 August 2018
You don’t need a visa if you travel to a third country and just stop in Shanghai (for example Australia, Japan, Thailand and so on)
An excerpt from the 72-Hour visa free policy: “The 72-hour visa-free transit policy in China allows air passengers from 53 countries to transit and stay for up to 72 hours (3 days) in 18 China cities without a visa (including UK passports). In order to facilitate international visitors' short stay in China, the policy is promising to be carried out in more and more cities in the future.”
Written 26 August 2018
From where can we buy tickets for the cruise? What’s the price like?
Written 14 May 2018
You can purchase tickets to the Shanghai Ferry, based upon the activities you prefer. You can catch a standard ferry for $23.11, an air-conditioned ferry for $30.81.
Tickets to the Oriental Pearl Tower are the following:
Combo: $40.00
Space Module: $33.91
Upper Sphere, Lower Sphere, and Municipal History Museum: $24.66
Municipal History Museum: $5.39
Children below 3.3 ft are admitted for free, while children between 3.3 and 4.6 ft tall enjoy a 50% discount
Written 14 May 2018
请问上海是不是实行了144小时过境免签证给予持英国护照的公民?条件是一定要出示去第三国的机票。谢谢
Written 5 May 2018
Hi, can you tell me where exactly is the light show?
Written 19 April 2018
If you go down to the Bund and stand on the waterfront, on the opposite side of the Pearl Tower you will see all the buildings in the Financial district light up.
Written 19 April 2018
Have a 7 hour layover in shanghai. How much real time do I have to spend in the city?
How can I take the fast train to downtown? Do they take credit card?
How much time should I allow for re-entry to airport. I'm traveling business class is there a fast dedicated lane for business class at immigration and security?
What the number one thing to see?
What's the best place to eat?
Written 25 February 2018
Not sure if I have a good answer. I arranged for a guide. With limited time and not knowing the travel system they picked me up and took me out. I wanted to see both the old and new China. There is an old town. It is very small but well worth a visit. The guide also took me to many of the new sites and then back. I did not have enough time to rely on mass transit. The guide also eliminated the street vender harassment. No one bothered us at all.
Written 4 March 2018
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- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience The Bund (Wai Tan):
- Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Private Day Tour (From S$307.74)
- Huangpu River Cruise and Bund City Lights Evening Tour of Shanghai (From S$106.16)
- Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights (From S$145.13)
- Best of Shanghai Day Tour, including Jade Buddha Temple & Bund & Yuyuan Garden (From S$106.16)
- Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights (From S$146.48)
- Hotels near The Bund (Wai Tan):
- (0.18 km) The Peninsula Shanghai
- (0.21 km) Fairmont Peace Hotel
- (0.31 km) Jinjiang Metropolo Hotel Classiq Shanghai Off Bund
- (0.26 km) Manhattan Bund Business Hotel
- (0.57 km) The Shanghai EDITION
- Restaurants near The Bund (Wai Tan):
- (0.04 km) Starbucks (WaiTan)
- (0.04 km) Subway (WaiTan)
- (0.05 km) COSTA COFFEE(Xin WaiTan)
- (0.06 km) LuoSiFu JiuJiao Restaurant
- (0.07 km) The House of Roosevelt
- Attractions near The Bund (Wai Tan):
- (0.19 km) Heping Fandian
- (0.15 km) Bund Valentine Wall
- (0.13 km) Shishang Street
- (0.10 km) Yick Fung Commercial Mall
- (0.21 km) Jazz Club at the Peace Hotel