Lonely Planet Shanghai

Lonely Planet Shanghai is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Get a feel for the latest trends in the French Concession, whizz down to Hangzhou on a high-speed train, or explore the city’s traditional laneways in Jing’an; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Shanghai and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Shanghai Travel Guide: ◦Colour maps and images throughout ◦Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests ◦Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots ◦Essential info at your fingertips – hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices ◦Honest reviews for all budgets – eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss ◦Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience – history, religion, architecture, cuisine, visual arts, literature, music, Chinese opera, cinema, fashion, martial arts, festivals ◦Free, convenient pull-out Shanghai map (included in print version), plus over 30 colour maps ◦Covers The Bund, People’s Square, Old Town, French Concession, Jing’an, Pudong, Hongkou, Xujiahui, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Tongli, Zhujiajiao, Zhouzhuang, Sheshan and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Shanghai, our most comprehensive guide to Shanghai, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. ◦Looking for just the highlights of Shanghai? Check out Pocket Shanghai, a handy-sized guide focused on the can’t-miss sights for a quick trip. ◦Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet China guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world’s leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. *Best-selling guide to Shanghai. Source: Nielsen BookScan. Australia, UK and USA