Top 3 Free Things to do in Shanghai

Shanghai is an old city with a long history. 3 things you must do during your Shanghai tour.

See the Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe

Established in 1951, Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe is one of the best acrobatics troupes. As a top-level performance group with a long-term high reputation, Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe the authoritative acrobatic group in China.

Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe is the first commercialized performing troupe performed overseas. Also it is famous at home and abroad for its splendid performance lineup, complete programs, high-level acrobatic skills and elaborate comprehensive art performance.

To meet the increasing demands of the new situation, bold and resolute reforms were ushered into the cultural institutions of Shanghai. In the past 60 years, Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe has developed many kinds of acrobatics. The Acrobatics at Shanghai are not to be missed during your Shanghai trip.

Huangpu River Cruise

There is no doubt that Huangpu River is a symbol of Shanghai. 114 kilometers long and 400 meters wide, Huangpu River is ice-free year round. The river divides Shanghai into two parts, the east part and the west part. The west bank of the Huangpu River is the cultural, residential and entertainment. The east bank of the river is the newer district of Shanghai and its financial and commercial hub. Besides, it is a silent eyewitness of the history and development of Shanghai. So Huangpu River Cruise is a must for your Shanghai tour.

There are many historical buildings left over from Shanghai's colonial days have been preserved. Cruising on the Huangpu River has become a must for most visitors to Shanghai. While you cruise on the river, you could get a review of Huang Pu River and you will find that it is a nice way to spend a few hours seeing Shanghai's historic Bund and the modern Pudong skyline. Especially,, take Huangpu river cruises at summer night is a wonderful experience.

Xin Tian Di

 

Situated in the center of Shanghai downtown, Xin Tian Di has become an urban attraction that holds the historical and cultural legacies of the city. It is a fashionable pedestrian street composed of Shikumen and modern architecture style. Antique walls, tiles and exterior of the Shikumen housing of old Shanghai could still seen in Xin Tian Di. While you walk into Xin Tian Di, it will bring you a taste of both Shanghai in the 1920's and the sonic modern lifestyle of urbanites of the 21st century.

Hope you appreciate the history and life of Shanghai during your Shanghai travel.