In Shanghai, there is a street that carries the city’s century-old commercial memory and condenses Shanghai’s prosperity and vitality — this is Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. Stretching 1.5 kilometers from West Tibet Road in the west to the Bund in the east, this commercial pedestrian street is one of Shanghai’s most iconic landmarks. It is also the best place for foreign tourists to feel the urban vitality, experience local Culture, and enjoy shopping and food when visiting Shanghai. Here, there are not only the persistence of century-old time-honored brands, but also the trends of international brands; not only the heritage of classical architecture, but also the edge of modern commerce. Wandering here, you can encounter different Shanghai styles every step of the way.
The history of Nanjing Road dates back to the mid-19th century. Initially named “Garden Lane”, it later gradually developed into Shanghai’s most prosperous commercial district, known as “China’s No.1 Commercial Street”. From the foreign firms and department stores in modern times to the large shopping malls and characteristic shops today, Nanjing Road has witnessed Shanghai’s transformation from a small fishing village to an international metropolis, and also carries the collective memory of several generations of Shanghainese. Today’s Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street retains many century-old historical buildings and constantly injects modern commercial vitality, forming a unique style of “integration of ancient and modern, combination of Chinese and Western”. Whether you are an architecture enthusiast, a shopping enthusiast, or a food lover, you can find your own fun here.
For foreign tourists, the core charm of Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street lies in its irreplaceable shopping experience — it is both a gathering place for international brands and a display window for Chinese time-honored brands, meeting the shopping needs of different tourists. There are numerous shops on both sides of the pedestrian street, ranging from high-end luxury goods to affordable trendy brands, from international chain brands to local characteristic stores. Among them, New World City, Yong’an Department Store, No.1 food Store and other large shopping malls are the first choices for shopping. New World City is large-scale, gathering many internationally renowned brands, and also has supporting facilities such as entertainment and catering, suitable for family trips or leisure shopping; Yong’an Department Store, founded in 1918, is one of the oldest department stores still existing in Shanghai. Its architectural style is elegant and retro, and the interior retains many decorative elements of old Shanghai. Shopping here, you can seem to travel back to the “golden age” of Shanghai a hundred years ago.
In addition to modern shopping malls, the century-old time-honored brands on Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street are even more not to be missed. They carry Shanghai’s food Culture and craftsmanship spirit, and are the best window for foreign tourists to understand Chinese traditional food and crafts. No.1 Food Store is a “food holy land” in the hearts of Shanghainese and a must-check-in store for foreign tourists. It gathers all kinds of Shanghai characteristic snacks and snacks, from fresh meat mooncakes and Butterfly Brand sweaters to five-spice beans and pear paste candy. The packaging is exquisite, and it is an excellent choice whether you taste it yourself or take it back as a souvenir. In addition, time-honored brands such as Laofengxiang Silver Building, Wangxingji Fanzhuang, and Zhang Xiaoquan Scissors show the charm of Chinese traditional crafts. Laofengxiang’s silverware and jewelry are exquisitely crafted, Wangxingji’s fans are elegant and refined, and Zhang Xiaoquan’s scissors are sharp and durable. Each product carries a century of craftsmanship, allowing foreign tourists to feel the profound heritage of Chinese traditional Culture. It is worth mentioning that the pedestrian street has also launched a pop-art-style hand-drawn map “Hello! Nanjing Road” in six languages, which can be obtained free of charge at the service desks of New World City, New World Daimaru Department Store, etc., to guide foreign tourists, recommend characteristic spots, and break down language barriers.
After shopping, tasting Shanghai characteristic food is an indispensable part of the trip to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street. Here, there are all kinds of food, from street snacks to high-end restaurants, from Shanghai local dishes to flavors from all over the world, meeting the taste needs of different tourists. The Shanghai characteristic snacks such as shengjianbao, xiaolongbao, wonton, and glutinous rice cake on the streets are fragrant and affordable, which are the best choice to experience the vitality of Shanghai. Among them, the xiaolongbao of Nanxiang STeamed Bun Shop is famous at home and abroad, with thin skin, large filling and delicious soup. A large number of Chinese and foreign tourists queue up to taste it every day; the traditional pastries such as double-stuffed dumplings and tiantou cake of Sheng Dacheng are soft, glutinous and sweet, with delicate taste. They are traditional foods loved by Shanghainese and also favored by foreign tourists. In addition, there are many Western restaurants, Japanese restaurants, Korean restaurants, etc. on both sides of the pedestrian street, allowing foreign tourists to taste familiar hometown flavors while feeling the Shanghai style.
In addition to shopping and food, the architectural style of Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is also of great ornamental value, which can be called an “open-air architectural Museum”. The architectural styles on the pedestrian street are diverse, including Western classicism, Renaissance style, and elements of Chinese traditional architecture, which are integrated with Chinese and Western styles and unique. Among them, the Gothic spire of Yong’an Department Store, the Baroque facade of Sincere Department Store, and the retro decoration of No.1 Food Store are all very representative. These century-old buildings have survived the wind and rain and are still well preserved. Each building has a unique history, telling the vicissitudes and glory of Nanjing Road. Wandering on the pedestrian street, while admiring the retro buildings, while feeling the vitality of modern commerce, the unique charm of the integration of ancient and modern times deeply intoxicates people. In addition, there are many landscape sculptures and rest areas on the pedestrian street, which are not only convenient for tourists to rest, but also add more artistic atmosphere to the pedestrian street, making it an excellent place for taking photos and checking in.
For foreign tourists, the transportation of Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is very convenient, and it is close to many popular scenic spots. After visiting the pedestrian street, you can easily go to other scenic spots to continue your trip. Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is located in the core area of Huangpu District, Shanghai, close to many Subway lines such as Metro Line 1, Line 2, and Line 8. Take the subway to People’s Square Station or East Nanjing Road Station, and walk for a few minutes to reach it; you can also go there by bus or taxi, with very convenient transportation. The pedestrian street extends east to the Bund and west to West Tibet Road, adjacent to popular scenic spots such as People’s Square, the Bund, and Yu Garden. After visiting the pedestrian street, you can walk to the Bund to enjoy the beautiful scenery on both banks of the Huangpu River; you can also go to People’s Square to feel the style of Shanghai’s city center; you can also take the subway or bus to Yu Garden to experience the elegance of Jiangnan classical gardens and taste more Shanghai characteristic snacks.
To make your trip to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street smoother and more pleasant, here are some practical tips for you. The best visiting time is divided into three periods: 10 am to 12 pm, with fewer tourists and suitable light, which is ideal for taking photos, checking in, and shopping leisurely, feeling the tranquility and comfort of the pedestrian street; 2 pm to 5 pm, the commercial atmosphere is strong, and all shops are open, suitable for in-depth shopping and tasting food; 7 pm to 9 pm, all the lights on the pedestrian street are on, with neon flashing and a romantic atmosphere, suitable for wandering and enjoying the scenery, feeling the charm of Shanghai’s night life. In addition, motor vehicles are prohibited on the entire pedestrian street, so tourists can walk at ease without worrying about traffic safety; there are many toilets, rest areas and service centers on the pedestrian street, which are convenient for tourists to rest and consult; for foreign tourists, the pedestrian street also has departure tax refund service points and “refund upon purchase” service. You can consult the clerk in advance when shopping to enjoy convenient tax refund service.
In terms of tickets, Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is open to the public free of charge. No tickets are required, and tourists can enter and exit freely; the consumption in some shopping malls and shops can be chosen according to their own needs, with a wide range of prices. In addition, foreign tourists can carry their passports when shopping, and some shops offer duty-free discounts; when tasting snacks, you can prepare cash or mobile payment (such as Alipay, WeChat Pay) in advance. Most shops support mobile payment, which is very convenient; when taking photos, you can choose locations such as Yong’an Department Store, No.1 Food Store, and landscape sculptures, where you can not only take photos of retro buildings, but also capture the prosperity of the pedestrian street; if you encounter problems, you can go to the service center of the pedestrian street for consultation. The staff will provide enthusiastic help, and some staff can speak English, Japanese and other languages, which is convenient for foreign tourists to communicate.
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is not only a commercial district, but also a business card of Shanghai. It carries Shanghai’s century-old commercial memory and shows the modern vitality of this city. Here, there are prosperous commerce, delicious food, retro buildings, and a strong cultural atmosphere. It has both the edge of an international metropolis and the vitality of old Shanghai. Whether you are a shopping enthusiast, a food lover, an architecture enthusiast, or a cultural enthusiast, you can find your own fun here. When you come to Shanghai, you must slow down, wander on Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, feel the prosperity and vitality here, encounter different Shanghai styles, and let this trip become the most unforgettable memory of your trip to Shanghai.
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