About Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center

Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Centre is located at People's Square which was opened in 2000. The center exhibits the planning and construction achievements of the city. The whole building has venues for exhibition, education reference, research, communication, recreation, and entertainment. The architecture of the building is inspired by the traditional Chinese city gates. Magnolia is the flower of Shanghai and the design of Magnolia is incorporated on the top of the building, which makes it more unique.

The Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Centre has received many awards for its uniqueness. It received the Top Chinese Architectural Construction award, "White Magnolia Cup", and China's "Luban Cup" award for its extraordinary architectural look. On the 5th floor of the building, you can explore the development of Shanghai from the beginning till present. It not only exhibits its urban planning and architecture, but also the environment, economy, culture, the future Shanghai, and more. You can also view pictures of "the history of the Bund", video on "Urban history of  Shanghai", and an electronic screen presentation on "Yu Garden". This is the best attraction for exploring the architecture of Shanghai and China.

Must See

  • You can visit the International Exhibition and Sightseeing center on the first, second and third floor. The first floor is named as "Morning in Shanghai"
  • You can view the complete Master Plan for the city at the Master Plan hall located on the third floor.
  • You can also view the future plan and projects related to the city on the fourth floor, which is named as "Hall of plans for specialization and key construction projects".
  • Cafe and souvenir shops are located on the top floor. 

How to reach

Taxi: The Exhibition center is located just 200 m from the city and can be reached within 3 minutes.

Bus: Take Line 1 and bus number 100 on people's avenue to reach the attraction.

Tips

  • This is not an interesting place for kids, but a few games are available on the fifth floor.
  • Do not take bottles or any kind of drinks inside the center as it is not allowed.
  • Security check is also available.
  • Wear comfortable shoes as the exhibits are vast and there is much to see.

Visit Time

Sunday:           09:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Monday:          Closed

Tuesday:          09:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday:     09:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday:         09:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Friday:              09:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday:          09:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Entrance Fee

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 13.9°C

 

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