Shanghai: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket and Optional Attractions

Lujiazui, Shanghai



Hop on a sightseeing bus and enjoy the best Shanghai has to offer at your own pace. The double decker buses give you incredible views of the city’s dramatic skyline with 3 different routes available.

Shanghai Hop-On Hop-Off Double-Decker Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise and Observation Deck Access

Explore over 20 popular Shanghai attractions on a hop-on hop-off double-decker bus with flexible 24 or 48-hour tickets and multilingual audio commentary.

Highlights

  • See Shanghai’s main attractions via three sightseeing routes on a double-decker bus
  • Onboard audio commentary in 8 languages including English, Mandarin, French, and more
  • Flexible 24 or 48-hour tickets for exploring at your own pace
  • Optional Huangpu River cruise for city skyline views
  • Access to Jin Mao Tower 88/F Observation Deck with select options

Description

Board the double-decker bus to visit more than 20 key sites across Shanghai, including People’s Square, Nanpu Bridge, The Bund, and Jing’an Temple. Choose from three distinct routes and hop off at any stop to explore at leisure.

Routes and Stops

Red Route (Shanghai City Tour)

  • People’s Square
  • People's Park
  • Shanghai Art Museum
  • Nanjing Road
  • The Bund
  • River Cruise, Pier 16
  • Yuyuan Garden
  • Xin Tian Di

Blue Route (Pudong Tour)

  • The Bund
  • Oriental Pearl Tower
  • World Financial Center and Jin Mao Tower
  • Cool Docks
  • River Cruise, Pier 16

Green Route (Temple Tour)

  • Nanjing Road (New World City)
  • Shanghai Museum
  • Huaihai Road
  • Jing’an Temple (Nanjing West Road)
  • Portman Ritz Carlton Hotel (Nanjing West Road)
  • Shanghai Art Museum
  • People’s Square
  • People's Park

Includes

  • 24 or 48-hour bus ticket (option dependent)
  • Audio commentary in 8 languages
  • Route map and attraction guide
  • Jin Mao Tower 88/F Observation Deck ticket (optional)
  • The Bund Sightseeing Tunnel one-way ticket (optional)
  • 1-hour Huangpu River Cruise ticket (optional)
  • Shanghai Tower ticket (optional)

Excludes

  • Food and drinks

Important Information

  • Red Route buses run every 30 minutes from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Blue Route buses run every 30 minutes from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
  • Green Route buses run every 30 minutes from 9:15 AM to 4:45 PM
  • Tickets activate on first use and are valid for 24 or 48 hours accordingly
  • Attraction tickets allow a single entry on the chosen day only
  • Ignore any claims that your ticket is invalid; tickets are guaranteed
  • Hop on at any stop, but voucher redemption must occur at People’s Square, The Bund, or Oriental Pearl Tower kiosks
  • Redeem vouchers at these stops to receive entry tickets for optional attractions
  • Audio commentary languages: English, Mandarin, French, German, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, Korean

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.

For best experience, redeem your voucher early at designated kiosks and bring comfortable walking shoes for exploring stops. The tour operates daily—mornings are less busy for boarding the bus and accessing attractions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The ticket includes access to three sightseeing bus routes covering over 20 popular Shanghai attractions with audio commentary in eight languages.
Tickets offer flexible 24 or 48-hour validity to explore Shanghai at your own pace.
Yes, onboard audio commentary is available in eight languages for insights about Shanghai's landmarks.
Yes, optional add-ons include a Huangpu River cruise and access to the Jin Mao Tower 88/F Observation Deck.
The bus stops at more than 20 key sites throughout Shanghai, including major tourist areas and landmarks.
You can use the bus any day during its operating hours; check the official website for current schedules and seasonal changes.
Ticket policies for children vary, so check the provider's website for specific age and pricing information for Shanghai.
Yes, the ticket allows unlimited transfers between all three routes during its validity period.
The cruise is an optional attraction and must be added to your Shanghai hop-on hop-off bus ticket separately.
You can add access to the 88/F Observation Deck as an optional upgrade when booking your Shanghai hop-on hop-off bus ticket.

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