Shanghai is famous for its vibrant nightlight scene. The contrast between the glamorous colonial buildings and the dazzling skyscrapers is absolutely amazing at night. Looking across the Huangpu River at night you can see the beautiful Oriental Pearl Tower and Jinmao Tower. The best way to experience the night scenery is taking the Huangpu River Cruise.
There are some of the best high class bars and lounges for those who want to chill and relax. Some of the best bars are located at Xintiandi, where a wide range of fine restaurants offer cuisines from different countries.
The Huangpu River night cruise presents a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the night life on the Bund. There are many boats carrying tourists, including deluxe boats, ancient dragon boats of Ming and Qing styles, boats of Shikumen style of old Shanghai, Pirate Boat, etc. No matter which kind of boat you take, the unique night view of Shanghai will surely live on in your memory for years to come.
Being a city that never sleeps, Shanghai’s liveliness goes well beyond daytime activity. Enjoying the reputation of Oriental Pearl, Shanghai is a city full of bars and pubs. Indulge yourself in live music and drinks at one of the city’s clubs and bars to cap off your night.
Top Shanghai Bars
Luna Bar
The bar is also a restaurant. They provide Italian-style food. People usually just go there for lunch. In the evening, there are performances by Philippine bands which are really good. It is a good place to hold parties with your friends.
Address: NO.169 Taicang Road
Open Time: 11:30 to 2:00
Hard Rock Cafe
Add: No. 1376 W. Nanjing Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 62798133
Description: It provides a spirited atmosphere to drink and listen to live pop and rock music.
Opening Time: 20:00 - 00:00
The Cotton Club
Add: No.1428 Huaihai Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 64377110
Description: It boasts the best live blues and jazz acts in Shanghai.
Opening Time: 19:30-midnight
California Club
Address: Renaissance Park, NO.2 Gaolan Road
Open Time:
Sunday to Wednesday: 21:00 to 2:00
Thursday to Saturday: 21:00 to 4:00
Mazzo
Address: NO.48 Qinghai Road
Open Time: 22:00 - 00:00
Theaters & Concerts
Shanghai Grand Theatre
Add: No. 300 Renmin Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 63868686
Description: It presents a variety of musical, dance and performances such as Irish dancing and Russian ballet.
Opening Time: 20:00 - 22:00
Shanghai Acrobatic Theater
Add: No. 1376 W. Nanjing Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 62798606
Description: One of the most popular theaters where the acrobatic performance is on shows every night.
Opening Time: 19:30 - 21: 30
Shanghai Concert Hall
Add: No. 523 E. Yan'an Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 63869153
Description: It primarily hosts classical music performances by local groups.
Opening Time: 20:00 - 22:00
Paradise Cinema
Add: No. 308 Anfu Rd. Shanghai
Tel: 64312961
Opening Time: 9:00 - 22:00
