Huangpu River
Huangpu River
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TaherAlbaghliJulian
Kuwait City, Kuwait1,984 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Huangpu River, also known as Huangxiepu or Chunshen River, is a landmark of Shanghai, separating the city into two parts, Pudong and Puxi. With a total length of 113 km. It is nice place to walk especially at night.
Written 10 September 2023
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TedFaunce
Paris, France34 contributions
Dec 2020
In many years of Tripadvisor use I have never written specifically to warn travellers away from a certain destination or experience. Just want to advise Shanghai travellers hoping to discover the rich history and architecture on both sides of the Huangpu River in central Shanghai to be sure to choose a tour that includes at least minimal commentary. I expected such from yesterday's 1-hour Huangpu River Tour but instead listened to the same stream of insipid music with zero commentary.
Written 27 December 2020
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Kristine K
125 contributions
Oct 2020
Morning, afternoon, evening, or at night the river area is worth some of your time. The city views change minute by minute. The sights, the sounds, and experiences change with each step you take. Plenty of places to stop and sit or grab a coffee. Both sides of the river offer several venues for eating, drinking, and shopping. Several river cruise opportunities as well (day or night). Our recommendation, go anytime you can; however, be aware that holidays and dinner time (17:00-21:00) can be rather busy along the river, so mass transit will be your best option. If you have only 24 hours in the city, spend 30 minutes along the river, but be aware one could un-knowingly walk for hours along the river. Enjoy.
Written 7 October 2020
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asthecrowsfly2
Melbourne, Australia219 contributions
Aug 2019
We visited the Huangpu River on a tour in August 2019. We had an option of taking a cruise on the river to enjoy the night lights on the buildings beside the river. The cruise went for approximately 1 hour. However, we chose to take a walk along the river and watched the same night lights from the river banks. Whether you choose to take the 1 hour cruise, or take a stroll beside the river, it is worth the time and effort to see a lovely light show. There are plenty of spots along the river to view the lights, and from the river banks, you can also see the cruise boats lit up as they float along the river. The bonus is that you're not confined to a crowded space. Very enjoyable evening.
Written 13 June 2020
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PaulSiow
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia2,731 contributions
May 2019
This is a prominent river running through central Shanghai. The Bund, a very famous tourist spot is situated on the banks of this river. Very good place for a stroll along the banks if not too hot.
Written 5 April 2020
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Licia W
Halifax, UK1,470 contributions
Sept 2019
A nice experience. A great view of the illuminated buildings on the shoreline.
The river cruise took roughly an hour. We stood up for the whole trip taking (far too many) photos.
There are toilet facilities on board, and don’t forget to take a jacket or jumper as it can get a bit windy.
The river cruise took roughly an hour. We stood up for the whole trip taking (far too many) photos.
There are toilet facilities on board, and don’t forget to take a jacket or jumper as it can get a bit windy.
Written 31 March 2020
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Monika K.
Ozarow Mazowiecki, Poland93 contributions
Apr 2019
In the evening you can rediscover this place again. Illuminated buildings acquire a different character and a certain magic that is not found during the day.
Written 30 March 2020
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venkatrao t
Washington DC, DC22 contributions
Sept 2019
Good views from the boat. Make sure you get dropped off at the right location to boarding location of the boates. Lots of river traffic. Best views.
Written 16 February 2020
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Hany G
Bakersfield, CA1,088 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Just having a walk by this beautiful river is refreshing. It is a narrow river and separate the two banks of the city.
Written 13 February 2020
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mell walsh
2 contributions
Nov 2019
Walk along the river on both sides. Take a river cruise at night when the building and boats put on a light show.
Written 3 February 2020
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Angela3337
Gubei / Hongqiao / Minhang, China
Is the river cruise wheelchair accessible?
queenslanderlarry
Sydney, Australia51 contributions
Not sure.there are gang planks to use on/off.but plenty of staff to assist.if you are on a tour the guide should be able to set it up prior for you,It is well worth the trip and you see the skyline of both sides of the river plus the buildings are lit up and some have colours changing.best to take a light coat as could be cool,especially in winter.We went late October and best time of the year to visit china.Summer is HOT,winter is COLD.Even at the great wall they get snow.
Gili Jacobi
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Hi All,
I would like to see the city from a boat on Huangpu river.
I saw there are a sightseeing ferry and some cruises on Huangpu River.
All I want is to see the view from the water like in the Seine river in Paris, no other on board attractions.
Which is more suitable to my needs? The Sightseeing Ferry or the Huangpu River Cruises?
I will also be glad if you could help me with where should I take the ship from, how to get there and how much it costs.
Thanks in advance!
Lesley B
Adelaide, Australia86 contributions
I only did the sightseeing river cruise. I stayed on the top deck the whole time and the boat went up and then down the river so I took photographs of both sides. There was not a commentary as you get on the Seine but it was still memorable. There was a big queue to get on and a rush to get off but that is China! There were refreshments if you wanted.
anapando
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Hola, voy a Shangai en Septiembre y quiero hacer el crucero nocturno. Es posible comprar los tickets el día antes en el puerto? O hay q comprar x internet? Gracias !
Carmen Clérigues
Valencia, Spain488 contributions
Puedes comprarlas allí, aunque si las compras por agencia te ahorras la cola
Basketmiracle
49 contributions
How do I book tickets on my own to go on this dinner river cruise in Shanghai? Been looking all over the web & can't seem to find how to do it?
Thanks Cherie
René R
Canton of Zurich, Switzerland76 contributions
Hello
Having been over 30 times in Shanghai, I can tel you that you can book it easily right there. All ships leave from the same place. I have never seen them full.
Your hotel can also do the booking.
You will walk anyway along the Bund and there the ships leave.
May I add one hot tip! Walk a little further up the river to the Indigo Hotel (right there has blue lights) and go up to the bar. Outside you have a phantastic view (before 10 pm - before they turn off the lights). :-)
Olga Lucia J
Cali, Colombia369 contributions
Hola, por favor me informas si hiciste el crucero nocturno, por tu cuenta o con agencia, si lo hiciste por tu cuenta, cuanto vale el boleto y donde se compran.
Gracias por la ayuda que me puedas brindar
Olga Lucia
Mario H
Germany148 contributions
Hallo
Die tickets kann man am Ufer kaufen in der Nähe vom bootplatz. Dort gibt es auch tickets für die hop on/ hop off busstour.
MikeFtLa
Fort Lauderdale, FL90 contributions
Are there any dinner cruises that offer good food?
Bowyergirl52
Sydney, Australia112 contributions
I am not sure, but I prefer food in a restaurant to those buffets
louise888316
Monterosso al Mare, Italy42 contributions
Hi, I'd really like to do the river cruise, do you know if there is a student ticket available?
Anniewhatto
Umina Beach, Australia1,547 contributions
I don't know but I am sure you could find it on their web site : )
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Frequently Asked Questions about Huangpu River
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Huangpu River:
- Shanghai Authentic Dinner and Night River Cruise with Rooftop Bar Hopping Option (From €127.91)
- Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour including Huangpu River Night Cruise (From €213.07)
- Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and Night Luxury Cruise Tour in Shanghai (From €114.23)
- 3-Hour Shanghai Bund Swift Tour with River Cruise or Skyscraper (From €102.62)
- Private Shanghai Evening Street Food Walking and Cruise Tour (From €106.84)
- Hotels near Huangpu River:
- (3.18 km) Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li
- (3.93 km) Pullman Shanghai South
- (5.83 km) The Middle House Shanghai
- (5.25 km) Jing An Shangri-La, Shanghai
- (5.64 km) The Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai
- Restaurants near Huangpu River:
- (0.47 km) Time Roamer
- (1.24 km) Green Vege Cafe
- (1.13 km) The Lakeside Veggie
- (1.18 km) Yi Ma Yi la (ZhengDa LeCheng)
- (1.19 km) Yu XiangRen Jia (ZhengDa LeCheng)