8 days in Shanghai Itinerary

With a nickname like the "Pearl of the Orient," it's not surprising Shanghai offers some of the most rewarding attractions and activities in the Far East.

Kids will enjoy Shanghai World Financial Center and Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall. Change things up with these side-trips from Shanghai: Suzhou (Suzhou Garden Museum & Tongli Town). Next up on the itinerary: take in the pleasant sights at The Bund (Wai Tan), wander the streets of Former French Concession, take in nature's colorful creations at Yu Garden (Yuyuan), and make a trip to Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu).

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If you are flying in from Israel, the closest major airports are Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Sunan Shuofang International Airport. December in Shanghai sees daily highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Sat) to allow time for travel back home.