A comprehensive 4-day, 3-night itinerary for families visiting Shanghai, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable trip with kids. 🚗✨ Staying near Jing'an Temple is ideal for easy access to major attractions like Nanjing Road (4 km), Yuyuan Garden (5 km), the Bund (walking distance from Yuyuan), and the Natural History Museum (1.6 km).

Day 1:

• Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street -> Yuyuan Garden -> The Bund -> Night Cruise

  • Shanghai is perfect for city walks, with picturesque buildings along the way. Notable stops include:

    • 🎠 LEGO Store
    • 🍫 M&M's World
    • 🛍 Pop Mart

  • Walk from Nanjing Road to Yuyuan Garden, explore the old streets, and enjoy the illuminated Nine-Bend Bridge. After sightseeing, grab some soup dumplings at the famous Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant.

  • From Yuyuan Garden, walk to the Bund. At the Shiliupu Dock District 2, take a Huangpu River night cruise (45 minutes, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM, 150 CNY per person; children are free but require a ticket). The cruise route covers the Bund, Lujiazui, Shanghai Tower, and more. For outdoor seating on the upper decks, there's an additional charge of 100 CNY per person.

Day 2:

• Shanghai Natural History Museum
  • Tickets can be booked seven days in advance at 7:00 PM on the official WeChat account (movie and museum tickets are released simultaneously; prioritize booking movie tickets first, as museum tickets are less scarce, both priced at 30 CNY per person).
  • Focus on booking the panda exhibit and African savanna first. Pre-register visitor information on the WeChat account, including for children who have free admission (children need tickets for movies).
  • After ticket validation, reserve three main activities through the WeChat account: Big Bang L2, Escape from the Cretaceous B1, and Fossil Excavation B2 (1-1.3m children can participate independently). Reservations open at 9:15 AM or 1:00 PM. If you're late in the morning, try for the afternoon slots. Each account can only reserve one slot, prioritize Fossil Excavation, or Big Bang if unavailable.

Day 3:

• Shanghai Disneyland

  • Stroller Rentals: Available through the official app at 90 CNY/day, with a name tag for easy identification. Alternatively, you can rent from third-party vendors, which offer larger strollers. The earlier you rent, the cheaper; prices increase later in the day.

  • VIP Services: Includes park tickets, skip-the-line entry, and access to 8 fast pass attractions (reference price: 1980 CNY per person).

  • Attractions Covered (11 Total):

    1. Buzz Lightyear Fast Pass
    2. Slinky Dog Dash (40 minutes wait)
    3. Storybook Castle (20 minutes wait)
    4. Voyage to the Crystal Grotto (20 minutes wait)
    5. Peter Pan's Flight Fast Pass
    6. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Fast Pass
    7. Zootopia: Hot Pursuit Fast Pass
    8. Pirates of the Caribbean Fast Pass
    9. Soaring Over the Horizon Fast Pass (First Ride)
    10. Rafting Fast Pass
    11. Soaring Over the Horizon Fast Pass (Second Ride)

  • Note: The VIP card for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and TRON Lightcycle Power Run were not used as the child was reluctant. This comprehensive plan covers 13 attractions comfortably in a day.

  • Food Recommendations:

    • Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant
    • Renhe Restaurant
    • Yuxingji
    • Butterfly Pastries from the International Hotel (available for delivery or on Taobao, similar quality without the queue)
    • Shendacheng Green Rice Balls (same applies for delivery)

Budget Estimate:

• Accommodation: Varies by hotel; estimate around 800-1500 CNY per night (approx. 110-210 USD)
• Meals: Approx. 200-500 CNY per day (approx. 30-70 USD)
• Attractions: Around 1500-2500 CNY (approx. 210-350 USD) depending on choices
• Transportation: About 100-200 CNY per day (approx. 15-30 USD)

Total Estimated Budget: 3200-5200 CNY (approx. 450-720 USD), depending on accommodation and personal preferences.

Conclusion: For families visiting Shanghai, this itinerary ensures an enjoyable experience packed with iconic attractions and convenient options. If you encounter any issues or need additional information, leave a comment or contact the website for assistance. For the best experience, getting a local SIM card is highly recommended. Welcome to Shanghai and enjoy your trip! 🌟🎢