Shanghai in a week: A family friendly, first timer's guide to discover the city

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Shanghai in a week: A family friendly, first timer's guide to discover the city

Shanghai is a vibrant, eclectic city that is constantly changing. A dazzling mix of towering skyscrapers, delicious food, iconic landmarks and traditional life, there is always something new to discover. This is the ultimate one-stop shop for new visitors to the city. I have included: - useful info when planning a trip to Shanghai - recommended apps for a convenient stay - tips that make it easy to navigate the city - an itinerary for 7 days in Shanghai - shoppers guide for every budget - highlights to experience Shanghai like a local

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Shanghai

@anniekatt

Shanghai is a vibrant, eclectic city that is constantly changing. It is an exciting mix of history, modern marvels, bustling streets, delicious eats and serene gardens. It is a great city to explore and create unforgettable memories.

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Shanghai is an extremely convenient city to explore. Although a lot of the Western apps are blocked, there are plenty of Chinese alternatives that can be downloaded prior to travel, to make it easy to get around and pay for items.

Before Travel

- Get an eSim. There are a number eSim companies that offer plans for the country and travel period that you need. A data only plan is sufficient while travelling.

- Download WeChat. It is a messaging and calling app with integrated mobile payment features. It is used by everyone from taxi drivers and street vendors to local tailors (see the section on 'Shopping' for more info about the tailors**). Set up and activate Weixin Pay using your international card. Weixin Pay can be used for online purchases or when purchasing from a physical store.

- Download and set up AliPay. AliPay takes international cards and can be used for purchases online or instore. AliPay also has built-in mini apps, so you can book and pay for train tickets and hotels through the app.

- DiDi is the popular ride hailing company. You can download the app or use the integrated mini app through AliPay

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Annie Kattapuram

Hello, I'm Annie, a self-professed global citizen looking for cultural experiences, beautiful cities, great food and amazing memories. After country-hopping for the last 15 years, I'm now based in the UK, so the holidays are spent driving around Europe with young kids and an old dog. My Thatch guides include: 🛣️ family inspired road trip routes for our European destinations 🐾 child and pet friendly itineraries 🥘 tried and tested food guides 🗽 recommended city sights 🏛️ interesting history and cultural info. Most of the cities that I visit are 'discoveries' - offering a taste of the city's history, culture and atmosphere through a family friendly lens. If you have more days in each location, start here, then wander and see what else you find! Join me on our explorations and be inspired to discover your next family adventure!

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Shanghai, China

China

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