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First time visitor. Have 5 days provisionally booked. Poss do 2 days out of town on trips. Will 3 days be enough for the city?

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Answer

For a first-time visit to Shanghai, three full days in the city can be sufficient to see the main highlights, especially if you plan carefully and focus on the key attractions. With five days total, using two days for out-of-town trips leaves three days in Shanghai itself.

Here’s how you could structure your three days:

Day 1: Explore the Bund and Nanjing Road for shopping, then visit Yu Garden and the Old City area.
Day 2: Head to Pudong to see the Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, and Shanghai World Financial Center. You can also explore the Shanghai Science & Technology Museum or nearby attractions.
Day 3: Consider a cultural or historical experience, such as the French Concession, Jing’an Temple, or a museum like the Shanghai Museum in People’s Square.

Additional tips:

If you prefer a slower pace, you could skip one major attraction per day, which is helpful if traveling with elderly family members or a toddler.
Public transport and taxis are efficient in Shanghai, so you can cover multiple areas in a day without stress.
If you plan to include a river cruise or evening lights along the Bund, allocate some time in the evening to avoid rushing.

Overall, three days will give you a good overview of Shanghai, with enough time to enjoy the city without feeling too rushed, especially if your remaining two days are reserved for trips outside the city.

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