Located in the heart of Shanghai's North Bund, The Grand Halls overlook the confluence of the Huangpu River and Suzhou Creek, standing in harmony with the Lujiazui financial area across the water. Its riverside viewing platform offers a sweeping panorama of both shores.

The complex was built on the site of the century-old Yangtze River Wharf. Its exterior preserves the historic character of exposed brick walls, while advanced digital technologies were used to meticulously restore interior historical elements. About 80 percent of the original materials, including 460,000 reclaimed bricks, were reused to conserve the site's architectural heritage.

The three buildings are designed to function independently or as an integrated whole, accommodating large-scale conferences, as well as more intimate high-level meetings and banquets.

The Grand Halls also serve as a showcase of Jiangnan culture, featuring over 100 artworks spanning oil painting, sculpture, calligraphy, seal carving, lacquer art, paper-cutting, embroidery, and photography, reflecting Shanghai's artistic heritage and Chinese traditions.

Inside Building No 1, visitors can admire three extraordinary artworks that hold national records:

If you go

Where: No 8 North Bund, Hongkou district

Ticket price: 100 yuan ($14.29)

Ticket purchase:

• Individual visitors: Book tickets via the WeChat mini program "世界会客厅 (The Grand Halls)". Slots for the following week are released every Friday.
• Group visits: Book on-site.

(Updated on Jan 12, 2026)

Source: The Grand Halls