As the summer heat intensifies, Shanghai's parks reveal hidden havens, cafes that blend with the natural surroundings and offer peaceful and refreshing escapes. Here are some standout spots where you can enjoy a soothing retreat:

Quyang Park — Lian's Cafe & Bar

Address: No 880 North Zhongshan Road Number One, Hongkou district

Located within Quyang Park, Lian's Cafe & Bar offers picturesque views through its floor to ceiling glass windows. Situated by the lake, the cafe provides a tranquil atmosphere with reflections dancing on the water. Inside, the large windows frame the blooming water lilies, evoking the charm of an oil painting.

Lu Xun Park — Kaveh Kanes

Address: No 2288 North Sichuan Road, Hongkou district

In Lu Xun Park, Kaveh Kanes is distinguished by its distinctive white architecture. The cafe's minimalist design is complemented by the park's year-round floral displays. Surrounded by flowers, the glasshouse offers a peaceful and visually delightful environment.

Heping Park — Evo Park.Monet

Address: No 891 Tianbao Road, Hongkou district

Evo Park.Monet, tucked away in Heping Park, features large windows and deep green interiors that evoke a sense of being in a forest. Guests can enjoy views of the park's lake from various seating areas, whether inside, on the open-air second floor, or within the glasshouse.

Century Park — Manner Coffee

Address: No 1001 Jinxiu Road, Pudong New Area

In collaboration with Century Park, Manner Coffee offers a calming cafe experience. Spanning 150 square meters, the cafe is situated beside Jingtian Lake, providing an oasis from the urban noise of the city. Visitors can enjoy the scenic lake view on one side and a tree-lined vista on the other, making it a perfect spot for capturing minimalist photos.

Yangshupu Power Plant Relics Park — One Step Coffee

Address: No 2 Tengyue Road, Yangpu district

Situated along the Huangpu riverside, beneath the historic Yangshupu Power Plant, is One Step Coffee's zero-carbon theme shop. Known for its commitment to sustainability, the cafe uses green energy for all operations.

While seated inside, visitors can experience the natural elements such as wind, rain, and sunlight through the open dome. The rounded concrete eaves and glass interiors offer clear, unobstructed views of the power plant equipment.

Sources: WeChat account of the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism at "shanghaitourism", cafes mentioned above