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Best Things to Do in Shanghai, solo trip
Jingan Temple is 85% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can roam the halls, join free English tours and meditate by the Ashoka pillar; the site is compact, safe and steps from a metro stop, so independent sightseeing is simple.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Shanghai Expo Culture Park is 85% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can hike Twin-Hills, photograph Time Imprint Avenue, jog the riverside track, and explore paid art shows, all reachable by metro and mostly free, so time and cost control are easy.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Zhujiajiao Ancient Town is 85% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can roam narrow lanes, photograph 36 bridges, sample street food, and enter museums at own pace; English signage and metro access make independent travel easy.
Recommended visit duration: 0.5-1 day
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My first impressions of Zhujiajiao, China (China’s Ancient Watertown) 🇨🇳
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Ancient Water Town in Shanghai - Zhujiajiao Day Trip
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Shanghai Zhujiajiao old Town
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Wukang Road is 85% Solo-Friendly
Solo visitors can freely roam the 1 km heritage street, photograph Art-Deco facades, and linger in bookstores or cafés without needing reservations; sidewalks are safe, but there is little shelter if heavy rain begins.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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The Huangpu River Cruise is 84% Solo-Friendly
Solo travelers find ¥100–120 tickets, flexible 45–90 min routes, English audio guides, ample open deck space, and safe piers with restrooms, so independent visits are straightforward.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Shanghai Huangpu River Cruise 4K Night Tour｜上海黄浦江夜遊
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Guangfulin Relics Park is 84% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can roam museums, temples, and lakeside trails freely for 3–5 h; English signs, audio guides, and easy metro access support independent, culture-focused exploration without boredom.
Recommended visit duration: 3-5 hours
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Shanghai Science and Technology Museum is 84% Solo-Friendly
The museum offers English audio guides, puzzle hunts, and wide-ranging exhibits a solo traveler can explore at her own pace; expect weekend crowds and long ticket lines.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Shanghai Old Street is 84% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can linger in craft shops, join short workshops, and photograph lit-up façades; the area feels safe, but dense afternoon crowds may tire some independent travelers.
Recommended visit duration: 1-3 hours
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Mercedes-Benz Arena is 84% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can skate, climb, shop, watch films or catch concerts in one safe indoor complex with good metro links, so it offers many independent options with little logistical hassle.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Anfu Road is 83% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can browse indie boutiques, photograph heritage villas and café-hop for hours with no schedule constraints, and the area is walkable and safe for independent explorers.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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