Lonely Planet’s Pocket Shanghai is your guide to the city’s best experiences and local life – neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Stroll the colonial promenade, the Bund; immerse yourself in the French Concession; and take in Pudong’s modern skyline; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Shanghai and make the most of your trip!

Inside Lonely Planet’s Pocket Shanghai:

Full-colour maps and travel photography throughout

Highlights and itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Essential info at your fingertips – hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices

Honest reviews for all budgets – eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Convenient pull-out Shanghai map (included in print version), plus over 15 colour neighbourhood maps

User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time

Covers the French Concession, the Bund and People’s Square, Pudong, Old Town, Jingan and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Pocket Shanghai, an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences – neighbourhood by neighbourhood – that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Shanghai with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city.

Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s China guide for a comprehensive look at all that China has to offer.

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