Shanghai Pudong: Dual Museum Art Tour Guide

Friends👭! Today, we’re taking you to check in at two major art landmarks in Shanghai Pudong — the Aurora Museum and the China Art Museum. Immerse yourself in the collision of history and art, a must-visit for art lovers. Mark this guide quickly～​ 🌟Spot Check-in​ 🏺Aurora Museum​ Address: No. 99 Fucheng Road, Pudong New Area​ ⏰Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 (Last admission at 17:30, closed on Mondays)​ ✅Must-see Highlights​ Jade Exhibition Hall: Houses exquisite jade pieces from the Neolithic period to the Ming and Qing dynasties. The hollowed-out craftsmanship of the Warring States jade dragon pendant is superb, glowing warmly under the lights, as if you can see the ancient artisans’ dedication✨​ Terracotta Figurines Area: Han dynasty painted terracotta figurines with vivid expressions, some playing the zither, some dancing, their flowing robes seeming to move, instantly transporting you to a banquet scene thousands of years ago​ Rooftop Viewing Platform: Free entry! You can directly overlook the Lujiazui Trio. The glass railing is perfect for taking “ancient and modern in one frame” photos — bronze artifacts on the left, skyscrapers on the right, instantly elevating the atmosphere📸​ 🍴Nearby Food​ Turn right after exiting the museum and walk 500 meters to “Lujiazui Center.” Recommended is “Nanxiang Xiaolong,” where the crab roe soup dumplings have thin skins and juicy filling, paired with ginger vinegar to cut the richness; for a chill vibe, head to “% Arabica” to enjoy coffee outdoors with street views, right opposite the Oriental Pearl Tower～​ 📸Photo Tips​ Wear a solid-colored long dress to shoot back shots in the jade exhibition hall, using the display case lighting to create a cool white skin effect; on the rooftop, use a wide-angle lens at a low angle to capture the geometric aesthetics formed by the building lines and sky. Evening blue hour shots of the night view are even better!​ 🏛China Art Museum​ Address: No. 205 Shangnan Road, Pudong New Area​ ⏰Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 (Last admission at 17:00, closed on Mondays except public holidays)​​ ✅Must-see Highlights​ Multimedia Version of “Along the River During the Qingming Festival”: A 30x magnified dynamic giant screen showing bustling daytime markets and twinkling nighttime lights. People in the painting walk, boats move, standing in front of it feels like stepping into the fireworks of Northern Song Bianjing🎇​ Shanghai Historical Context Exhibition: From the opening of the port to modern art creations, featuring Xu Beihong’s manuscript of “The Foolish Old Man Removes the Mountains” and Wu Guanzhong’s Jiangnan ink paintings. Each painting tells a Shanghai story​ The Building Itself Is a Work of Art: The red dougong (bracket) design resembles a granary holding up the sky, with 12 giant pillars carved with calligraphy. Sunlight filters through the lattice, casting flowing poetry-like shadows on the ground​ 🍴Nearby Food​ The museum’s “Art Café” offers must-try Monet-themed desserts, with blueberry mousse shaped like water lilies, perfect for photos that will flood your social media! An 8-minute walk to “Shangnan Road Snack Street” offers old Shanghai scallion pancakes + salty soy milk, all-you-can-eat for 5 RMB～​ 📸Photo Tips​ Take full-body shots under the dougong architecture using a low angle to emphasize grandeur; shoot side silhouette photos in front of “Along the River During the Qingming Festival” to use the dynamic painting as a background; use symmetrical composition in the exhibition hall corridors, with red walls + white display cases for a high-end feel​ 💡Warm Tips​ Flash photography is prohibited in the Aurora Museum. The jade exhibition hall is dimly lit, so non-slip shoes are recommended​ The China Art Museum is very large; it’s best to go straight to the 3rd floor to see “Along the River During the Qingming Festival” and avoid the 11 a.m. tour group peak​ Both museums have cultural and creative shops. Aurora’s jade pattern bookmarks and China Art Museum’s “Along the River During the Qingming Festival” fridge magnets make great souvenirs.