Get outdoors · Shanghai, China
12 Outdoor Adventures Near Shanghai
When the city is done with you: the outdoors within 100 km of Shanghai, ranked by the travelers who went.
Outdoor picks within 100 km of the city center, ranked by traveler review volume, 1 right in town. Distances computed from coordinates. Updated monthly.
Yu Garden
Park & nature3 km awayYu Garden is a classical Chinese garden in the Old City of Shanghai, next to the City God Temple and Yuyuan Bazaar.
Read our full guide →Shanghai Disneyland
Park & nature21 km awayShanghai Disneyland is mainland China's first Disney theme park, a vast, world-class resort that blends classic Disney magic with distinctly Chinese touches.
Read our full guide →Humble Administrator's Garden
Park & nature80 km awayThe Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou is the largest and most celebrated of the city's classical gardens, and widely considered the finest classical garden in all of China, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Read our full guide →Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
Park & nature5 km awayShanghai Ocean Aquarium, located in the heart of Pudong near the Oriental Pearl Tower, is a world-class facility that offers an immersive journey through aquatic ecosystems from around the globe.
Read our full guide →The Lingering Garden
Park & nature83 km awayThe Lingering Garden is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Suzhou's most celebrated classical gardens.
Read our full guide →Lion Forest Garden
Park & nature80 km awayLion Forest Garden (Shizilin) is one of Suzhou's most famous classical gardens, renowned for its intricate labyrinth of limestone rockeries that resemble lions in various poses.
Read our full guide →The Classical Gardens of Suzhou
Park & nature79 km awayThe Classical Gardens of Suzhou are a collection of meticulously designed Chinese gardens that represent the pinnacle of classical garden art.
Read our full guide →Master-of-Nets Garden
Park & nature79 km awayThe Master-of-Nets Garden (Wangshi Yuan) is one of Suzhou's most celebrated classical gardens, renowned for its harmonious design and intimate scale.
Read our full guide →Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal
Park & nature83 km awayThe Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal is a section of the world's longest man-made waterway, the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, which runs through the heart of Suzhou.
Read our full guide →Century Park
Park & nature9 km awayFree entryCentury Park is a sprawling green oasis in the heart of Shanghai's Pudong district, covering 140 hectares.
Read our full guide →Jing'an Sculputure Park
Park & naturein the cityFree entryJing'an Sculpture Park is a contemporary green space located on Shimen Er Road in the bustling Jing'an district of Shanghai.
Read our full guide →Pearl of the Orient Cruise Ship Terminal
Park & nature4 km awayFree entryThe Pearl of the Orient Cruise Ship Terminal is not just a transportation hub but a popular public park and promenade along the Huangpu River in Shanghai's Pudong district.
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How we pick these
Outdoor and active spots around Shanghai — trails, viewpoints, water and adrenaline — ranked by real review volume out of the 142 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Some activities near Shanghai are weather- or season-dependent, so confirm they're running.
Popular tours and rentals sell out on weekends and holidays.
Bring layers and water; outdoor conditions shift faster than in the city.
Common questions
What outdoor activities are there in Shanghai?+
The list above covers the top-rated active things to do in and around Shanghai, from easy walks to bigger adventures.
Is Shanghai good for adventure travel?+
Yes — this page ranks the outdoor experiences visitors rate most highly.
Do you need to book activities in advance?+
Guided and equipment-based activities are best booked ahead, especially in peak season.
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