A sourced account of travelshorts’ 2024 trip. Opinions and costs describe that journey; hotel benefits, prices and access may have changed. Summaries are editorial paraphrases, attributed to the creator. Read our source notes.
Travel day 8 of 23 · Reconstructed date: 2024-03-31 · Source: travelshorts · Editorial edition: 3 November 2026.
What happened on day 8
- Experienced12:30
Shanghai Railway Station
Arrived at Shanghai Railway Station the following morning and took a taxi to the hotel on the Bund.
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- CHINA HIGH SPEED SLEEPER TRAIN in a PRIVATE ROOM from Xi'an to ShanghaiVideo description
When we finally arrived into Shanghai we got a taxi to our hotel, the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund.
- CHINA HIGH SPEED SLEEPER TRAIN in a PRIVATE ROOM from Xi'an to ShanghaiVideo description
- Experienced
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Checked into the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund with views of the Pudong skyline across the river.
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- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 3:37Caption timestamp checked
We've just checked into the Waldorf Astoria.
- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 3:37Caption timestamp checked
- Experienced
Yu Garden
Toured classical Ming Dynasty gardens, koi ponds, and traditional bridges in Yu Garden.
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- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 4:54Caption timestamp checked
So welcome to the Yu Gardens, which is reputed to be one of the most tranquil
- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 4:54Caption timestamp checked
- Experienced
Shanghai Tower
Rode the high-speed elevator to the 118th floor observation deck of the Shanghai Tower for sunset and nighttime city views.
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- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 17:32Caption timestamp checked
We have made it to the 118th floor of the Shanghai Tower.
- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 17:32Caption timestamp checked
- Experienced
Bund Sightseeing Tunnel
Took the illuminated Bund Sightseeing Tunnel automated capsule car underneath the Huangpu River from Pudong to Puxi.
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- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 23:47Caption timestamp checked
So after about a 15 to 20 minute walk from the Shanghai Tower, we made it to the Bund sight seeing tunnel.
- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 23:47Caption timestamp checked
- Experienced
The Bund
Strolled along the waterfront promenade of the Bund admiring the illuminated skyscrapers of Lujiazui and Pudong.
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- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 28:06Caption timestamp checked
We're going to walk along the Bund, next to the river, all the way to our hotel.
- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 26:13Caption timestamp checked
So here we are on the Bund.
- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 28:06Caption timestamp checked
What the creator thought
Recommendation
Travelshorts’ observation: The 118th floor observation deck of Shanghai Tower offers unparalleled panoramic views of the entire metropolis and Huangpu River bend.
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- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the Bund · 18:05Caption timestamp checked
You can look across the Hangpoo River to the Bund area over there.
Where they actually stayed
Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Actually stayed · 1 night · Day 8
Travelshorts’ account: Arrived at the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund via taxi from the railway station. Stunning luxury hotel located directly on the Bund with views across to Pudong.
Observed during this stay: River view room, Swimming pool. These are historical observations, not a current amenities guarantee.
Video evidence (2)
- CHINA HIGH SPEED SLEEPER TRAIN in a PRIVATE ROOM from Xi'an to ShanghaiVideo description
When we finally arrived into Shanghai we got a taxi to our hotel, the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund.
- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the BundVideo description
After a quick taxi ride to our luxurious hotel, the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund, we were greeted with breathtaking views of the famous Pudong Skyline.
Getting around
Taxi: Shanghai Railway Station to Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund
Actual
Video evidence (1)
- CHINA HIGH SPEED SLEEPER TRAIN in a PRIVATE ROOM from Xi'an to ShanghaiVideo description
When we finally arrived into Shanghai we got a taxi to our hotel, the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund.
- CHINA HIGH SPEED SLEEPER TRAIN in a PRIVATE ROOM from Xi'an to ShanghaiVideo description
Other: Shanghai Tower to The Bund
Actual
Video evidence (1)
- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the BundVideo description
The adventure continued as we took the unique Shanghai Sightseeing Tunnel under the Huangpu River, emerging at the Bund.
- FIRST TIME in SHANGHAI CHINA - NOT what we Expected - Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower, the BundVideo description