Sanlin Travel Guide
Shanghai
Popular places to visit
Shanghai Disneyland©
Enjoy the excitement at Shanghai Disneyland© and see why people love this theme park in Shanghai. Wander through the picturesque gardens and riverfront in this vibrant area.
The Bund
You can learn about the local history of Shanghai during your trip to a well-known site such as The Bund. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Nanjing Road Shopping District
During your trip to Shanghai, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Nanjing Road Shopping District. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
People's Square
You can learn about the history of Shanghai with a visit to People's Square. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Yu Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Yu Garden, a lovely green space in Shanghai. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Former French Concession
You can find out about the history of Shanghai when you stop by Former French Concession. Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Sanlin
Shangri-La Qiantan, Shanghai
Room is very clean and so luxurious. Staff is amazing. I would honestly say this place might be perfect! Would recommend to everyone to stay here.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Conrad Shanghai
Excellent service
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Central Hotel Shanghai
Everything is good except check in and check out procedure. At check in, staff made mistake. After entering the room, staff called and required us to to go to reception again with our credit card. At check out, staff couldn’t make the transaction go through. After multiple tries, a senior staff helped ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
The location was great and the staff service was commendable too.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Pudong Shangri-La, Shanghai
Nice location, restaurants are very good
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai
An amazing stay! I got upgraded to a room with a better river view and the perfect view of the bund.The hotel is a few minutes walk from the bund and the river yet super quiet. Everything was clean, smelt fresh, and was the most at home I felt in a hotel (I been to quite a few). The staff was helpful ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sanlin
Xuhui
Travellers choose Xuhui for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Stadium Station or Xujiahui Station and check out top sights like Shanghai Stadium.
Huaihai Road Commercial Area
Historical sites, art galleries and shopping highlight some notable features of Huaihai Road Commercial Area. Make a stop by Huai Hai Road Shopping District or Fuxing Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at South Shaanxi Road Station or Dapuqiao Road Station to get around town.
Lujiazui
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Lujiazui. If sightseeing is on the list, Shanghai Tower is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Shangcheng Road Station or Dongchang Road Station to see more of the area.
Huangpu
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Huangpu. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Old Chinese City, and jump on the metro at Yuyuan Garden Station or East Nanjing Road Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Shanghai
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Shanghai. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Three on the Bund, and jump on the metro at East Nanjing Road Station or Yuyuan Garden Station to see more of the city.
Puxi
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Puxi. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Zhongshan Park, and jump on the metro at Jiangsu Road Station or Library Station to see more of the city.
