Hosted by the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, the inaugural Yujian Shanghai tourist itinerary competition is now underway. Each district is showcasing its most distinctive attractions with special discounts and offers.

Yangpu district has joined the campaign with a range of exciting promotions across local venues, inviting visitors to explore and enjoy its unique experiences.

1. Royal Workshop of Chinese Brush and Ink

A nationally recognized demonstration site for the preservation of intangible cultural heritage, this venue brings together cultural tourism, craft education, creative products, and heritage research. It is home to China's largest collection of ink molds and offers demonstrations of traditional brush-making and inkstick crafting.

• Offer: Free admission
• Valid: Throughout December (closed on Mondays)
• Address: Building 16, No 1300 Jungong Road
• Tel: 156-0192-6516

2. Zotter Chocolate Theatre

Step into an immersive sweet-tooth paradise where you can taste more than 100 premium Austrian chocolates, learn about the art of chocolate-making, and even create your own sweet treat to take home.

• Offer: 50 percent off premium chocolate-making workshops when booking the Zotter Chocolate Fun Tour (reservation required at least two days prior; cannot be combined with other offers)
• Valid: Dec 4-10 (closed on Dec 8)
• Address: Building 9, No 2866 Yangshupu Road
• Tel: 021-6139-0150, 021-6139-0151

3. Dunhuang Contemporary Art Museum

Shanghai's only permanent art museum dedicated to Dunhuang culture, this space bridges ancient artistic tradition with modern creativity, presenting a visually stunning dialogue between timeless motifs and contemporary expression.

• Offer: 50 percent off adult tickets for the exhibition TA: Higher Heights
• Valid: Dec 5-10 (closed on Dec 8)
• Address: Building 3, No 1687 Changyang Road
• Tel: 021-6074-9195

4. New Jiangwan City Culture and Sports Park

Divided into four themed zones — culture, sports, park, and water activities — this green space blends recreation, nature, and wellness. Guests can try the Exploring Amazon kayaking tour to glide along a serene 4.2-kilometer waterway, observing migratory birds, and exploring urban wetlands right in the heart of the city.

• Offer: 68 yuan ($9.62) per person for the Exploring Amazon kayaking tour (regular price 318 yuan)
• Valid: Dec 4-10
• Address: 200 meters north of Zhenghe Road and Guoxiu Road intersection
• Tel: 180-1785-9716

5. SMP Skatepark

SMP Skatepark is Asia's largest extreme sports park, featuring Olympic-level skate bowls, deep pools, street courses, and pump tracks for skateboarding, BMX, and inline skating. Set amid lush greenery and natural waterways, it's both an athletic playground and a scenic retreat.

• Offer: Half-price daily passes
• Valid: Throughout December, daily from 10 am to 6 pm
• Address: Outdoor area, No 701 Guohao Road
• Tel: 180-1785-2454

6. Legacy Blade Fencing Club

An international-standard fencing club welcomes enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Trained by experienced coaches, visitors can experience the elegance and intensity of this sport.

• Offer: 50 percent off parent-child introductory session (one adult + one child) at 29 yuan (originally 58 yuan, booking required)
• Valid: Throughout December
• Address: 2F, Yangpu District Sports Health Center, No 701 Guohao Road
• Tel: 132-6275-3858

Sources: WeChat account of the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism at "shanghaitourism", Yangpu district administration of culture and tourism