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Hotels Shanghai via Booking.com
Explore Shanghai via Expedia
Book Fun Activities Shanghai via Get Your Guide
Rent a Car Shanghai via Booking.com
Get Travel Insurance via Klook

Where I Stayed in Shanghai

Campanile Shanghai Great central location and value
Crowne Plaza Hotel Located at the beautiful French Concession Area

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Shanghai isn’t all skyscrapers and malls. Here are 20 photos from my time living there that show the city’s quieter, more beautiful side.
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Hi! I'm Chris, and I lived across Chinese cities for 3+ years (2019-2021): 2 years in Beijing, 1 year in Shanghai, and 1 month in Shenzhen. I worked at Chinese companies, traveled to 40+ cities, and tested 100+ hotels.

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✈️ Thinking About Traveling to Shanghai?

After traveling to over 40 countries and living in 4, I've learned which tools actually make things easier on the road. These are the websites and apps I always go back to when I'm planning a weekend away, booking longer trips, or figuring things out last minute with my family.

Places to Stay

    Booking a hotel isn't something I take lightly, where you stay can shape your entire trip. I'm all about getting the best value, so I usually bounce between a few sites. Booking.com is my go-to for most destinations, while Agoda often has better deals in Asia. Hotels.com sometimes comes through with even sharper prices, so it's always worth comparing.

  • Booking.com
    My go-to for most destinations.
  • Agoda
    Ideal for hotels and other places to stay in Asia.
  • Hotels.com
    Sometimes Hotels.com has great deals, worth checking out if you're looking for places to stay in Shanghai.

Booking Flights & Transportation

  • Skyscanner
    Compare flights across airlines in seconds and find the best deals fast to Shanghai.
  • Trip.com
    Many times I switch back and forth between Skyscanner and Trip.com looking for the best deal.
  • Expedia
    Great for figuring out how to get from A to B whether it's a plane, bus, or ferry.

Things to Do

    I usually explore on my own or talk to locals, but when I need to book something:

  • GetYourGuide
    Unique tours and local experiences.
  • Viator
    Similar to Get Your Guide, sometimes it's worth comparing both.
  • Klook
    Great variety, plus 5% off hotel via app with code "HotelOnApp".

Stay Connected

  • Airalo
    Instant eSIM setup. Works in most countries (even China) without a VPN.

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