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Huangpu in Shanghai

Things to Do in Huangpu, Shanghai

Home to the famous Bund. Don't forget to explore Nanjing Road for shopping and street food, especially the local dumplings.

Home to the famous Bund. Don't forget to explore Nanjing Road for shopping and street food, especially the local dumplings.

  • Nanjing Road Pedestrian StreetNanjing Road Pedestrian StreetShopping Street
  • Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition CenterShanghai Urban Planning Exhibition CenterHistory Museum
  • French Concession lanesFrench Concession lanesThemed Experience
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By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026

Top things to do in Huangpu

  • Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street

    4.6 · 2.2k
    Shopping Street

    Iconic, bustling stretch of road with many souvenir shops, street vendors, buskers & restaurants.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
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  • Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center

    4.4 · 318
    History Museum

    Modern 6-story space offering interactive exhibits on the city's architecture & urban development.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 5 PM
  • French Concession lanes in Huangpu, Shanghai

    French Concession lanes

    4.4 · 107
    Themed Experience

    The former French Concession keeps shikumen houses, plane-tree streets, small boutiques, cafes, and nightlife around areas such as Xintiandi, Tianzifang, Wukang Road, and Huaihai Road. It is the best district for slow walking after the…

    Map
  • People's Square & Shanghai Museum in Huangpu, Shanghai

    People's Square & Shanghai Museum

    4.3 · 1.3k
    Art Museum

    Huge, free museum with extensive displays including bronze & jade artifacts, sculptures & paintings.

    Every day
    9 AM – 5 PM
  • Shanghai History Museum in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Shanghai History Museum

    History Museum

    The Race Club building (1934) has an imposing, 10-storey tall tower which was long a landmark of central Shanghai. The clubhouse's exterior has a neo-classical structure, with eclectic details. Read more on Wikipedia about the Shanghai…

    Map
  • Xiaotayuan Mosque in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Xiaotayuan Mosque

    4.7 · 128
    Famous Mosque

    Majestic 20th-century mosque with arched windows, a minaret & domes, surrounded by a courtyard.

  • Dongjiadu Cathedral in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Dongjiadu Cathedral

    Cathedral

    1850s Baroque Church in Shanghai

    Website
  • Fabric Market in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Fabric Market

    4.9 · 970
    Market

    Bustling market for a variety of fabrics, including silk & cashmere, plus electronics & home goods.

    Map
  • Shanghai Grand Opera Palace in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Shanghai Grand Opera Palace

    4.5 · 327
    Palace Museum

    Modern performing arts venue presenting Chinese & western opera, ballet, drama & classical music.

  • Power Station of Art in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Power Station of Art

    4.4 · 222
    Art Museum

    Art museum in a former power station featuring contemporary works & a rooftop terrace with views.

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    11 AM – 7 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 7 PM

Where to eat & drink in Huangpu

  • Speak Low in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Speak Low

    Top 500 bar
    Cocktail Bar· ¥150–400

    A hidden speakeasy cocktail bar known for its unique drinks and upscale atmosphere, accessed through a bookshelf in a bar tools shop.

  • Oriental Sense & Palate in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Oriental Sense & Palate

    Michelin
    Chinese· $$$$

    This multi-storey marvel in a historical mansion exudes understated luxury.

  • Sober Company in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Sober Company

    Top 500 bar
    Cocktail Bar· ¥350–400

    A multi-level cocktail bar and restaurant in Shanghai known for creative cocktails, Japanese-inspired food like Wagyu katsu sando, and a stylish atmosphere.

  • Ling Long in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Ling Long

    Michelin
    Fine Dining· $$$$

    The dimly lit space in a century-old building on the Bund feels mysterious and theatrical.

    Website
  • Bao Li Xuan in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Bao Li Xuan

    Michelin ★★
    Cantonese· $$$$

    Nestling in an adjacent century-old building and appointed with six private rooms inspired by Bvlgari jewellery, this restaurant of Bvlgari Hotel blends the elegance of historic Shanghai with ...

    Website
  • Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine in Huangpu, Shanghai

    Imperial Treasure Fine Chinese Cuisine

    Michelin ★★
    Cantonese· $$$

    This restaurant of the Singaporean group sports a black colour scheme and drips in crystal decorations, both of which befit the well-crafted dim sum, barbecued meat and seafood repertory.

    Website

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Map of Huangpu with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
  2. 2Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center
  3. 3French Concession lanes
  4. 4People's Square & Shanghai Museum
  5. 5Shanghai History Museum
  6. 6Xiaotayuan Mosque
  7. 7Dongjiadu Cathedral
  8. 8Speak Low
  9. 9Oriental Sense & Palate
  10. 10Sober Company

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