Thames Town Travel Guide
Shanghai
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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.
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.
People's Square
You can learn about the history of Shanghai with a visit to People's Square. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Oriental Pearl Tower
Oriental Pearl Tower is just one of the places to see in Shanghai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the temples and shops in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Thames Town
Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao
Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
Good
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Radisson Collection Yangtze Shanghai
We stayed for three nights at the Radisson Collection, and overall it was a good experience. We didn’t have breakfast there, but we did have the buffet dinner, which offered all kinds of seafood, sushi, and traditional Chinese food. They also had beef, chicken, lamb, and several salads. The buffet ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park
Clean room, great breakfast and convenient location
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Shangri-La Qiantan, Shanghai
Great
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Sofitel Shanghai Hongqiao
Spoke with staff when resting my room card. My wife was sleeping in the chair in lobby. Pointed to her and asked the staff person to update or give her a new card so she could get in the room also. The staff member
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thames Town
Songjiang District
The churches and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Songjiang District. Happy Valley Amusement Park and Sheshan Hill are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Songjiang Xincheng Station or Kaiyuan Plaza Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Qingpu District
Qingpu District is well liked for its mountain views and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shanghai Outlets and Dianshan Lake are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qingpu Xincheng Station or Huijin Road Station to get around.
Xinzhuang
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Xinzhuang is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Xincheng Central Park and Xinzhuang Park, and jump on the metro at Xinzhuang Station to get around the city.
Minhang
Get to know Minhang and its many features like its breweries and spas. You might want to explore sights like Qi Zhong Stadium and Qibao Old Street, and you can jump on the metro at Shujian Road Station or Shuangbai Road Station to get around the city.
Hongqiao
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Hongqiao. Top attractions like Hongqiao Int'l Pearl City and Laowai Street 101 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hechuan Road Station or Longbai Xincun Station to see more of the city.
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.
