Explore the historic winding alleys of Old Shanghai City, starting with the first wall built in 1554 by the Ming Dynasty to protect against foreign pirates attacking this port city.

Visit the extensive Yuyuan Garden, a 16th-century garden that features 30 pavilions over five acres. First built in 1559 by the governor of Sichuan, these grounds contain the Exquisite Jade Rock, a unique-looking boulder originally intended for the Imperial Palace.

Travel to The Bund. Located in the eastern part of the Haungpu District along the Haungpu River, The Bund is among Shanghai’s most historic locations. It is home to buildings that feature dozens of different architectural styles, including Gothic, Baroque, and Neoclassical.