Shanghai
Shanghai arrival guide
The easiest China first stop if you prepare payment, internet, and the PVG/SHA arrival move.
Arrival Plan
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Before you fly
Save these before arrival
- Run the Shanghai airport route check if you land at PVG or SHA.
- Save the hotel name, address, and phone in Chinese.
- Pick one Day 1 anchor before you arrive.
Arrival points
- Pudong Airport (PVG)
- Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
- Hongqiao Railway Station
Stay zones
- People's Square / Nanjing Road
- Jing'an
- Former French Concession / Xintiandi
First movement
Airport or station to lodging
Use the official taxi queue, DiDi, or Metro Line 2. Do not accept ride offers inside the terminal.
First day anchor
Keep the first day simple
Former French Concession walk, one easy meal, then the Bund at dusk.