Shanghai TowerShanghai Tower
🏛️ Attraction Overview
China’s tallest building (632 meters) and the world’s second-tallest skyscraper. It features the world’s fastest elevator (73 km/h), reaching the 118th floor in 55 seconds.
✨ Why It’s Worth a Visit
Enjoy an unbeatable view of Shanghai from the top floor of China’s tallest building. Reaching the summit at sunset is the most breathtaking experience.
Practical Tips
Choose between the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Summer Palace
Shanghai Tower (180 yuan / 632 meters) is taller and more modern than the Oriental Pearl Tower (199 yuan / 263 meters).
Common Mistakes
❌ Reaching the summit on a cloudy day
I went without checking the weather.
Consequences: A vast expanse of white stretches outside the window.
Ticket Information
- Price
- 180 yuan (118th-floor observation deck)
- Prices for Foreigners
- Same Price
- Student Discount
- ✅ Available
- Book
- ✅ No reservation required
- Book in Advance
- 1 Days in Advance
Location Information
501 Yincheng Middle Road, Lujiazui, Pudong New Area, Shanghai
Opening Hours
Observation deck open 8:30–21:30, daily
Best Time to Visit
Climb to the summit one hour before sunset. Choose a sunny day—on a cloudy day, you won’t be able to see a thing once you’re up there.