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Best Things to Do in Shanghai, solo trip
Shanghai Tower is 95% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor gets 360° skyline views, tech exhibits and cafés after a 55-second lift; clear English signs and smooth ticketing make an independent, time-flexible visit very easy.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Visiting the TALLEST Building in China – Shanghai Tower
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Oriental Pearl Radio & Television Tower is 90% Solo-Friendly
The tower offers several decks, glass walkway, VR ride, and a history museum, giving a solo visitor varied activities and flexible timing; single tickets ease queueing.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Shanghai Museum is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor enters free, uses English audio sets or volunteer tours, and explores at own pace; only heavy weekend crowds and ticket queues mildly hinder the experience.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Lujiazui is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can ride observation decks, photograph skyline from elevated walkways, enjoy safe late-night streets and subways, and easily dine alone, so suitability is very high.
Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours
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Shanghai Museum East is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can wander through 500-plus bronze treasures, rent an English audio guide, watch restorers at work, and rest in the quiet café, so the museum offers deep, flexible exploration.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Shanghai Astronomy Museum is 90% Solo-Friendly
The museum offers many English-labeled interactive displays, telescope slots, and workshops that a solo visitor can book on arrival, but its Lingang location means a long ride from central Shanghai.
Recommended visit duration: 2-4 hours
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Shanghai Maglev Train is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can easily buy a cheap ticket, enjoy the 430 km/h technology thrill, and finish the round trip in fifteen minutes; clear English signs, elevators and Wi-Fi keep the visit stress-free.
Recommended visit duration: 15-30 minutes
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Shanghai's INSANE 431km/h Maglev Airport Express
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World's fastest train! - Shanghai Maglev up to 431 km/h (268 mph) 🇨🇳
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Riding the High-speed Maglev Train in Shanghai, China
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Riding the world’s only high-speed maglev train 🚄🇨🇳｜Shanghai, China｜Pudong Airport｜Maglev｜Transrapid
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Top of Shanghai Observatory is 90% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can ride the 55-second lift, take uninterrupted photos from the 118th-floor deck, explore the tech exhibits, and leave easily, so the venue suits independent plans.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Shanghai Happy Valley is 90% Solo-Friendly
The park packs major coasters, VR rides, and daily shows, ideal for thrill-seeking solos. Lockers, English maps, and nearby metro keep independent touring easy.
Recommended visit duration: 1 day
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