24 Hours in Shanghai: North Bund, Old Town and French Conces

My 24 HOURS In Shanghai, China - This City NEVER Disappoints! 🇨🇳

Destination:ChinaCity:ShanghaiPopulation:24.9 million
My 24 HOURS In Shanghai, China - This City NEVER Disappoints! 🇨🇳
Malina's Vibe2025-05-2317 min

This travel vlog captures a full day in Shanghai starting from a riverside hotel near Lujiazui and exploring high skyline views at the North Bund. The journey highlights historic districts such as Hongkou and the French Concession along with architectural gems like the Shamei Building and Wukang Road. The creators share moments at Illy Riverside Coffee, enjoy leisurely riverside strolls, and weave through bustling streets near Beijing East Road. The tone stays optimistic and curious, inviting viewers to feel the contrast between modern towers and classic Shanghai charm, while noting popular photo spots and the local vibe of each neighborhood. This summary preserves the traveler’s voice, emphasizes walking routes, scenic viewpoints, and the mix of old and new that defines Shanghai, and ends with the sense that there’s always more to discover in this vibrant city.

Shanghai never ceases to surprise with its seamless blend of past and present. From iconic skylines at the North Bund to the tranquil beauty of historic lanes, the city invites exploration on foot and by metro, offering photographers endless opportunities and travelers a taste of true Shanghai atmosphere.

--- Malina's Vibe
May 23, 2025, Spring in China

Video Chapters

  1. 00:40hidden parts and areas
  2. 02:15north Bund viewpoints
  3. 04:18photography spots walk
  4. 07:18quiet area near north Bund
  5. 12:24lunch near Wukang building
  6. 13:10Yu Garden anticipation
  7. 14:40drone map view feature
  8. 15:23viral dish moment
  9. 16:25farewell call to action

A vibrant full-day walk through Shanghai’s mix of modern skylines and historic lanes, guided by a local friend, ending at Yu Garden with a view from above and a

Travel Guides & Tips in this video

  1. Tip 1When exploring prime riverfronts, look for quiet pockets away from crowds to capture clean shots and enjoy the space. (00:40)
  2. Tip 2Check for any events that might close viewing areas and plan alternate entrances along the North Bund. (02:15)
  3. Tip 3Take a coffee break in a calmer cafe with a good view to unwind and chat about the day’s highlights. (08:02)
  4. Tip 4On busy streets like Wukang Road, arrive a bit earlier to beat crowds and secure a good shot of iconic buildings. (11:10)
  5. Tip 5In Yu Garden, use the map’s top-down drone view to spot viewpoints and avoid crowded spots while you plan photos. (13:10)

Malina’s Vibe leads us through a sunlit day in Shanghai with a lively friend from Hong Kong, Angel, who helps navigate language and local spots. The duo starts near the North Bund with market vibes, green avenues, and eye-catching mixed-use areas that blend modern towers with traditional facades. They chase photo-worthy viewpoints around the riverfront, discovering a curated balance between open walking spaces and pockets of quiet, less-crowded lanes. The day unfolds through a sequence of neighborhoods: the North Bund’s reflective eggs and contemporary design, a tranquil riverside cafe moment, and a foray into the historic lanes that flank Wukang Road and the French Concession. They note electric scooters lining the streets, discuss green license plates and the city’s push toward sustainability, then hop to a noodle shop near a famous building for a comforting meal. The highlight is Yu Garden (Yuan) with its famed architecture, the elevated map drone view, and a blend of ambience that—

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My 24 HOURS In Shanghai, China - This City NEVER Disappoints! 🇨🇳

Malina and Angel start their day near the North Bund, marveling at the clean, spacious design and the sea of scooters that line the streets. They explore an urban space that feels curated for walking, noting electric vehicle infrastructure and the city’s green priorities. As they wander toward a riverfront vantage point, a closed viewing platform and an ongoing event shape their route, yet the area remains photogenic with flowers and a calm atmosphere that contrasts with the bustle below. They drift into historic lanes along Wukang Road, where the crowd grows and the famous building becomes a magnet for photos. A relaxed noodle lunch follows near the building, with tea and water set as they plan the next move. The final stop is Yu Garden, where they uncover an app feature offering drone-like top-down views and even a moving police vehicle that looks like a futuristic box. The day ends with a hopeful invitation to comment on favorite moments and subscribe for more China adventures, as Malina and Angel reflect on Shanghai’s enduring charm and endless discoveries.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What’s the best order to see Shanghai in a day?
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24 Hours in Shanghai: North Bund, Old Town and French Conces

🇨🇳 24h to discover as much as we can in Shanghai, China…LET’S GO! 🏃🏻‍♀️ This is my FIRST FULL DAY in Shanghai and together with Angel, we have a difficult mission: let’s see how much of it we can explore and SHOW YOU! We are starting the day at our accommodation (Jianguo Puyin - Shanghai...

Explore Shanghai's riverfront, historic lanes, and Yu Garden in a day

Malina's Vibe takes us on a fast paced 24 hour journey through Shanghai, starting with a comfortable stay at Jianguo Pu Yin Hotel near Lujiazui. The day kicks off at the North Bund, where the Huangpu River paints a dramatic backdrop of Shanghai’s skyline and offers ideal spots for strolls, photos, and a glimpse of both modern and historic Shanghai. From there the duo heads to Hongkou Gangbengzha, a historically vital floodgate area that now exudes quiet riverside charm and a sense of old engineering meeting contemporary scenery. They pause at Illy Riverside Coffee for a riverside stop with good coffee and outdoor seating, perfect for people watching and soaking in the North Bund views, even if the prices aren’t the best value. The walk continues to the Shamei Building and Beijing East Road, where vintage Shanghai architecture creates a photogenic and lively atmosphere with tours and photographers in abundance. The adventure then moves to Wukang Road, a tree lined street famed for its欧洲

Attractions in this video: The Bund, Yu Garden, Wukang Road, Shakespeare Building, North Bund