The Chenghuang Temple Tourism Area, home to the Yu Garden and the Old City God Temple, is a must-visit destination for first-time visitors to Shanghai. Here, one can experience the local customs and folk culture of Shanghai, taste authentic Shanghai snacks, and indulge in the flavors of the region’s cuisine. At night, the area transforms into a stunning spectacle with its antique architecture illuminated by a myriad of colorful landscape lights. Located in the eastern part of Huangpu District in the city center, the Chenghuang Temple Tourism Area is a vast area that combines sightseeing, shopping, and dining. In addition to the main paid attractions of Yu Garden and the Old City God Temple, there are open attractions such as the Jiuqu Bridge and the Lake Pavilion. The Nanxiang soup dumplings here are not to be missed, and one can also dine at the Lvbo Lang Restaurant, enjoying the local cuisine while watching the bustling crowds below. The Chenghuang Temple Tourism Area is a bustling place all year round, as it is also a well-known commercial district. It houses several small goods wholesale malls and comprehensive shopping centers, numerous gold and jewelry shops, as well as many long-standing restaurants where one can purchase a variety of local specialties from Shanghai. The area is open all day from January 1st to December 31st.
