Shanghai Insider: Gary Bowerman

Shanghai Insider: Gary Bowerman

Our Insider moved from London to Shanghai five years ago — a good time to arrive, as Shanghai had just become big news in the global media.

WHERE NOT TO GO

Where NOT to go

Where NOT to go

You're holiday time is prescious, so our Insider's put together a list of places to avoid so you can maximise your visit (and check out cooler alternatives).

NEAR THE BEATEN TRACK

Near the beaten track

Near the beaten track

Want to avoid the tourist traps and hang out with the locals? Check out some of our favourite haunts away from the flag-following masses.

ITINERARIES

24-hour itinerary

24-hour itinerary

Make the most of a whirlwind stop-over in Shanghai with this 24-hour itinerary.
One week itinerary

One week itinerary

If you've got an entire week in Shanghai, you can really get under the city's skin to discover the heart of the stirring dragon.

LISTS

Luxuriate!

Luxuriate!

Get the inside goss on where to splash out in China's sexiest sinful city.
Where the locals dine

Where the locals dine

Find out where the locals tuck in for the best food in Shanghai.

Hotel reviews

Hotel reviewsWhether you're looking to splash out or keep to a budget, our Insider has the best unbiased Shanghai hotel info out there.

Other travellers’ favourites

Awesome links

Awesome linksThere are some great online resources out there on Shanghai. From quirky bits to basic info, we've got a roundup of websites you'll like.
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