In the bustling metropolis of Shanghai, night is not the end of a day, but the starting point for exploring new urban life. Tonight, let's explore Shanghai together and find those must-sees.

 

Museum of Art Pudong

The Museum of Art Pudong. [Photo/VCG]

The Museum of Art Pudong sits in a privileged location, with its terrace overlooking the bustling skyscrapers of Lujiazui on one side and offering unobstructed views of the diverse architectural landscape of the Bund across the river. 

A History of Spain in the Museo del Prado is one the four major exhibitions held in the Museum of Art Pudong. [Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

The Museum of Art Pudong is visitor-friendly, being open all year round and even extending its hours with evening sessions. Currently, the museum has four major exhibitions open to the public.

Address: No 2777 Binjiang Avenue, Pudong New Area

Opening hours: 10 am to 9 pm (last entry at 8 pm)

 

Peace Library 

Peace Library.[Photo/thepaper.cn]

This is an innovative space that perfectly integrates reading with a park environment and is open to the public 24 hours a day. Heping Park at night, with the swaying shadows of its trees and twinkling lights of the bookstore, illuminates the hearts of readers. 

Peace Library is located inside the Heping Park.[Photo/thepaper.cn]

Whether you are looking for a long-desired book or want to find a moment of tranquility, this is the perfect choice. You can sit by the window, enjoy the night breeze, read a good book, and let your soul wander through a sea of words.

Address: Inside Heping Park, Hongkou district

Opening hours:

First Floor: 24 hours, Monday to Sunday

Second Floor: 9 am to 9 pm, Monday to Sunday 

Closed on Monday: 8 am to 1 pm (entire building)

 

The City Never Sleeps Bookstore 

The City Never Sleeps Bookstore. [Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

This 600-square-meter bookstore boasts two walls lined with bookshelves, packed with a variety of genres, from art and culture, biographies, and children's picture books to psychology, management, and best-selling titles. One of its distinctive features is its selection of niche art and design books and out-of-print magazines.

The City Never Sleeps Bookstore. [Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

Address: Room A109, Floor 1, Building A, No 18 Jinhai Road, Pudong New Area

Opening hours: 24 hours, Monday to Sunday

 

Water light show

A water light show at the Waterside Theatre of the Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre.[Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

The cool evening breeze and the tranquility of the night make it the perfect time to venture out and enjoy the summer. After a leisurely stroll around Yuanxiang Lake, why not take a break and immerse yourself in the spectacle of a water light show?

A water light show at the Waterside Theatre of the Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre.[Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

This groundbreaking show blends avant-garde music with the visual impact of water, breaking away from traditional electronic music performances and extending musical creativity into the artistic realm of water light shows. 

Address: Shanghai Poly Grand Theatre·Waterside Theatre

Time: 7:30 pm, on Friday and Saturday

 

Oriens Lumina 

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On a starry summer night, embark on an immersive night tour in the secret forest. Every participant passes through this round sun, leaving their most beautiful silhouette on the dividing line between reality and fantasy.

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In the forest, magical fireflies dance freely, and occasionally they will rest on your shoulders. There are also nine-colored deer living deep in the jungle, so slow down and say hello!

Address: Approximately 100 meters north of the Shuhuan Road entrance/exit of the Nine Trees Shanghai Future Art Center, Fengxian district

Opening hours: 7 pm to 10 pm (last entry at 9 pm), closed on Tuesday for maintenance.

 

Sinan Mansions

Various night activities held at Sinan Mansions. [Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

The historic Sinan Mansions, a landmark of Shanghai, carry the memories of generations of Shanghai people. After nightfall, it transforms into a vibrant area combining commercial and cultural activities, beloved by young people.

Whether yearning for a literary escape, a gastronomic adventure, or an artistic tour, you are welcome to visit this mesmerizing world as vibrant and captivating as your imagination desires. The Sinan Mansions are probably the most romantic place to visit on a summer night in Shanghai. 

Address: No 505 Middle Fuxing Road, Huangpu district 

 

Shanghai Happy Valley 

Shanghai Happy Valley Electronic Music Festival.[Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

As one of the main amusement parks in Shanghai, Happy Valley is a popular summer night destination for locals and tourists.

Shanghai Happy Valley Electronic Music Festival.[Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

Starting in July, the Shanghai Happy Valley Electronic Music Festival will be back with a bang! Two stages and ten performing artists will create a wave of sound each night this summer!

Time: July 5 to Sept 1

Address: No 888 Linhu Road, Songjiang district

 

Huangpu River

The Bund's historical building complex illuminates the night of Shanghai.[Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

Standing on the deck of a cruise, enjoy the gentle breeze, and watch the splendid neon lights on both sides of the river light up one by one. When passing by the Bund's historical building complex, the Mercedes-Benz Arena and other landmark attractions allow you to enjoy the unique charm of the Huangpu River.

Enjoy the unique charm of the Huangpu River at night on a cruise.[Photo/WeChat account: shanghaitourism]

Departure Time for cruise: 6:45 pm to 8:30 pm, Monday to Sunday

Boarding location: North Bund International Passenger Transport Center (Entrance 7 of No 500 Dongdaming Road, near Gaoyang Road entrance)

 

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