Cheap Vacations in Shanghai
Where is Shanghai?
Been squirreling away your wages for your next epic adventure but unsure where to go? Shanghai beckons!
There are approximately 22,315,500 friendly locals that live in this part of China.
Cheap Things to do in Shanghai
Ever heard someone say, "the best things in life are free"? Well, that's something we can certainly agree with (and we know you can too!) Here are some fabulous free things to do in or near Shanghai:
- The Shanghai Himalayas Museum, the Tousewe Museum, the Liu Haisu Art Gallery and the C. Y. Tung Maritime Museum are great for travelers with curious minds and limited budgets. The wonderful part about spending a couple of hours there is that they won't charge you a penny!
- Taking in arts and cultural events is an ideal way to get a feel for the local area. Check out the upcoming programs at the Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre, the Shanghai Sculpture Space, the Hong Merchant Gallery and the James Cohan to discover some awesome free shows.
- Find out a little about the local history without having to fork out for pricy entrance fees at Former Residence of Lu Xun, Ba Jin’s Former Residence, Shanghai Children's Palace and Former Residence of Zhou Enlai. These free sites offer an intriguing glimpse into the area's story.
- Why fork out for budget-blowing tours when you can do it yourself for small change? Head to your choice of Former French Concession, Old Chinese City and Shanghai Times Square, chat to the local people and discover what these well-known areas have to offer.
Cheap Shanghai Vacation Package Deals
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Cheap Car Rentals in Shanghai
Hey there, fellow cheapskate. We know you're eager to squeeze the most out of your travels for the smallest amount of money, so why not look into car rentals while you're in Shanghai? It's a fabulous way to avoid wasting money on pricey taxis if you're planning to cross off a lot of sights.
Cheap Hotels in Shanghai
With as many as 848 hotels in Shanghai, you shouldn't have any issues finding a reasonably priced place to sleep. Secure a comfy room and start arranging the more fun stuff!
The Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World and the Home Inn Shanghai Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street Huanghe Road Branch are the pick of the bunch. Decide on your favorite and start looking forward to your island vacation!
Flight deals to Shanghai
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Top rated hotels for your Shanghai vacation
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Conrad Shanghai
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