Some say Sinan Road is the ‘harem’ of Huaihai Road, tucked away behind the bustling streets like a secluded lotus, quiet and serene, narrating the history of old Shanghai and the stories of the bygone years at a leisurely pace. Named after the French composer Jules Massenet in the early 20th century, Sinan Road is a renowned French-style avenue, a clean and romantic one-way street lined with towering French plane trees, connecting Huaihai Road with Xujiahui. The garden villas on either side of the road exhibit a variety of styles—English, French, Spanish—reflecting its pre-liberation status. It is said that Sinan Road boasts over twenty garden villas, concentrating almost all residential styles of old Shanghai, making it a living testament to the city’s history. A walk along Sinan Road feels like a journey back to an era that was hurried and chaotic yet still full of prosperity. Today, Sinan Road retains various former residences and has seen Sinan Mansion transformed into a hotel. Along the street, you’ll find specialty shops and cafés where you can enjoy a cup of coffee or visit ‘A Niang Noodle Shop’ to spend twenty yuan on a bowl of authentic yellow croaker noodles. Then, take a stroll through antique shops, savoring the unique history and romance of Shanghai city in a nostalgic setting. Open all year round, accessible 24/7.
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