Huangpu River

Huangpu River can be taken as the mother river for Shanghai citizens. Shanghai gets most of its drinking water from the Huangpu River, which thus plays an important part for the metropolis. When Shanghai citizens refer this river, they always express their gratitude because it raises them for generations.

And the most beautiful scene of Huangpu River can be appreciated during the dusk time. When the sun sets, Huangpu River is veiled in the glittery neon lights on its banks. At this time, a Huangpu River Cruise is one of the best ways to see both old and new Shanghai. As you sail down the river towards the East Sea, you can enjoy the views of the full sweep of the Bund and the 21st century cityscape of Pudong.



Sailing under the futuristic Yangpu Bridge also contrasts to the more traditional river traffic of barges and ferries. Night cruises provide the most dramatic views of Shanghai, but cruises can be enjoyed all day. Departing from The Bund waterfront every hour from 10am to 9pm, cruises vary in length between 1 to 3 hours

Huangpu River divides Shanghai City into Pudong to its east and Puxi in its the west. The Bund and Lujiazui Financial Center are located along the river, which are important landmarks of this metropolis. Huangpu River is about 113 kilometers is on average 400 meters wide and 9 meters deep. This river is ice-free for year round. It is an important waterway in Shanghai. It starts from Dianshan Lake, Zhujiajiao Town, Qingpu District of Shanghai and injection in the Yangtze River. It is the last significant tributary of the Yangtze before it empties into the East China Sea. The source of Huangpu River has three main upper reaches from Taihu Lake and Dianshan Lake. Water level of the river in winter is generally less than in summer. From May to October is for the flood season, while from December to February is the dry season.


Huangpu River Cruise at night

60 km section of the Huangpu River runs across in the city, with wide and deep water. Shanghai Port is located in this section. The port is the largest import and export harbor throughput China. In addition, there are a lot of famous bridges on the river, like Songpu Bridge, Xupu Bridge, Lupu Bridge, Nanpu Bridge, Yangpu Bridge. Many lines of the Shanghai Metro cross underneath the river. Most interestingly, Sightseeing Tunnel at the Bund connecting two best attractions of Shanghai: the Bund and Lujiazu is a transport tunnel set particularly for tourism. If you are interested in the lighting tunnel, you should have a ride. Tourists with small children might enjoy this low-tech river crossing option. 
 

Huangpu River Cruise

Huangpu River Cruise at Day

Opening hours: 11:00-18:00
Duration: About 45 minutes
Wharf: Shiliupu Wharf
Address: 481 Zhongshan Donger Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai
Address: 551 Zhongshan Donger Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai
Route of the Huangpu River Day Cruise:
Shiliupu Wharf-Binjiang Avenue-Shanghai Tower-Shanghai International Convention Center-Oriental Pearl TV Tower-Qinhuangdao Wharf-Northern The Bund-Sinar Mas Plaza-Wai Baidu Bridge-The Bund(the exotic building clusters/world Expo of architectures)-Shiliupu Wharf
 

Huangpu River Cruise at Night

Opening hours: 18:30-21:30
Duration: About 45 minutes
Wharf: Shiliupu Wharf
Address: 481 Zhongshan Donger Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai
Address: 551 Zhongshan Donger Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai
Route of the Huangpu River Night Cruise:
Shiliupu Wharf-Binjiang Avenue-Shanghai Tower-Shanghai International Convention Center-Oriental Pearl TV Tower-Qinhuangdao Wharf-Northern The Bund-Sinar Mas Plaza-Wai Baidu Bridge-The Bund(the exotic building clusters/world Expo of architectures)-Shiliupu Wharf
 

What to See on the Huangpu River Cruise

Oriental Pearl TV Tower

Oriental Pearl TV Tower is landmark of Shanghai, which is located near the Huangpu River. Oriental Pearl TV Tower is 468 meters high, where you can see it on the Huangpu River Cruise. At the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, you can overlook the Huangpu River, the exotic building clusters(world Expo of architectures) and the Shanghai city. There are two sightseeing floors at Oriental Pearl TV Tower, you can choose which sightseeing floor to visit. 

You can take the elevator to get to the sightseeing floor of Oriental Pearl TV Tower, walk on the transparent corridor to enjoy the view in 360°and overlook the city from the tower. There are also restaurants at the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, where you can enjoy the foods as well as enjoy the stunning view of Shanghai. 
 

Shanghai Tower

With a height of 632 meters, Shanghai Tower is the tallest building in China and third tallest building in the world. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Jinmao Tower and Shanghai World Financial Center are the most famous skyscrapers in Lujiazui, the financial center of Shanghai. To get to the Top of Shanghai Sightseeing Hall, you can take the swift elevator, which needs about 55 seconds to get to the 118th floor of the Shanghai Tower. While taking the elevator of the Shanghai Tower, you can see the actual speed of the elevator and your height. 

Standing on the Top of Shanghai Sightseeing Hall, you can see the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Jinmao Tower and the Shanghai World Financial Center. And you can also overlook the city at the tallest building in China. 
 

Yangpu Bridge 

Yangpu Bridge is one of the bridges on the Huangpu River, which is 1,172 meters long. At the Yangpu Bridge, you can enjoy the stunning sunset on the Huangpu River. Also, the night view of the Yangpu River is gorgeous and attractive, which is worth seeing. 
 

The Bund

Located near the Huangpu River, the Bund is one of the most iconic landmarks of Shanghai with its stunning skyline. It contains 52 classical renaissance buildings with different styles, such as Gothic, Romanesque and Baroque. It is known as the world Expo of architectures. 

world Expo of architectures
The historical buildings along Zhongshan Dongyi Road are not only the landmark landscapes of Shanghai, but also witness the development of Shanghai. Each building here has its unique historical background and cultural significance, and is known as the world Expo of architectures. These buildings face the Huangpu River, which are opposite the skyscrapers of Lujiazui.