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The Bund (Wai Tan)

5 blocks of Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu between Jinling Lu and Suzhou Creek, Shanghai, China
As featured in 3 days in Shanghai and 1 other guide
Ranked #4 of 478 attractions in Shanghai
4.5 of 5 stars 986 Reviews
Type: Historic Walking Areas, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Walking, Shopping, Dining
Fee: No
Traveller Description: The Bund is a symbol of Shanghai and an epitome of Shanghai's modern history.  From the Oriental Pearl TV Tower you can see the Bund. The... more »
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Gothenburg, Sweden
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Great vue over Pudong, try to get here at five, so you can experience it both in daylight and at nightfall. take the ferry over to the Pudong side, have something to eat, and then go to see the Bund lit up at night.

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Shanghai
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

The view was just so amazing. I love all the lights on the buildings. It is a very good place to take a stroll after dinner since it is really breezy during the evening. I recommend you going with your girlfriend while u guys are on a date!

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Avoca Beach, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

A pleasant walk along the river with good views of old colonial buildings. The walls of the promenade are impressive with beautiful vertical flower gardens.

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Hong Kong, China
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

A walk along the bund is a must do in Shanghai. It is fantastic place with all the old colonial architecture on one side and the modern skyscrapers on the other. Its a great place to just relax and people watch.

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Washington DC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW via mobile

Best city view anywhere. Go in the evening to enjoy the lighted buildings.

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Mississauga, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

It is nice walk and beautiful skyline with boats, some small commercial ones as well as tour boat. It is nice and peaceful, safe because there are police station at every 1-2 km walk. I went during the day, a little hot, only able to get drinks from stand and no ice, the one I bought from.

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Melbourne
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Great to walk along at night to see the great lights of shanghai

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Cairns, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We found the Bund very safe both day and night, with beautiful views by night. It was not as crowded as expected. Endless photo opportunities.

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Colombo, Sri Lanka
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

This is an excellent place to walk around and see the city come a live at anytime of the day... particularly in the evenings

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Montville, New Jersey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

The Bund is the economic and commercial center of Shanghai. The architecture is dazzling. The Pearl Tower, Ja Mao Tower and Shanghai World Financial Center are three achitectural standouts. Go to the top of the Ja Meo Tower for great photographs of the Bund area. There is an admission charge. It is 88 floors and you arrive at the top... More

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