Shanghai in One Day: Packed with Content!

1. 🚶♀️ Stroll along Nanjing Road The classic pedestrian shopping street of Shanghai Featuring famous brands, old department stores, and adorable toy shops. 🧸 For those who love cute things, don’t miss the Pop Mart Flagship Store to grab some blind boxes. The atmosphere is lively both day and night. 📸 Photo spots: - Chinese-English neon signs - In front of Pop Mart / M&M Store - Pedestrians + colonial-era high-rise buildings 2. 🥟 Stop by Lai Lai Snack Dumpling (来来小吃) 📍 Location: 70 Ningbo Rd., just a 5-minute walk from Nanjing Road A famous dumpling shop loved by locals. Recommended dishes:  – Pan-fried dumplings  – Fried xiaolongbao  – Pork dumpling soup 🧠 Tips: Lunch hours are crowded! If you’re not in a rush, visit around 2:00 PM to avoid waiting. Order takeout and enjoy your meal by the riverside for a delightful experience. 3. 🧱 Continue to Rockbund About a 10–15 minute walk from Lai Lai Snack Dumpling A quiet colonial-style area with old European buildings. Perfect for a post-meal walk and chic photo opportunities. This area also features the Rockbund Art Museum for a light art experience. 📸 Photo spots: - Brick walls / ancient stone buildings - Sunset light cutting through old structures - Stylish cafes like Seesaw and Manner 4. 📸 Snap photos in the “hidden alley” with a view of the Oriental Pearl Tower Walk past Rockbund towards the river, and you’ll find an alley lined with old buildings, with the Oriental Pearl Tower visible in the distance. Take upward shots for a cinematic vibe. This iconic spot is still relatively unknown! 🧠 Tips: Use a telephoto lens or zoom slightly on your phone to make the tower appear closer. Hold a milk tea or ice cream for effortlessly chic photos. 5. 🧧 On your way back, stop by a small shrine on Nanjing Road to “scratch lottery tickets and pray.” Located near the shopping malls and toy stores. Locals come here to draw fortune sticks and pray for wealth, work, and luck. Quiet, simple, yet surprisingly spiritual. 📸 Soft photo ideas: - Holding incense sticks / fortune sticks - Candlelight shots #Shanghai1DayWalk #ChicAndSpiritual #DumplingsAndProsperity #TheBundCheckin #Rockbund