Date night · Shanghai, China
12 Romantic Spots in Shanghai for Couples
Yu Garden sets the tone. The rest of romantic Shanghai follows, ranked by real visits.
Picked by venue type, not vibes we invented: scenic settings ordered by real review volume. Updated monthly.
Yu Garden
Park & natureYu 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 →Waibaidu Bridge
LandmarkWaibaidu Bridge, also known as the Garden Bridge, is the first all-steel bridge in China and the only surviving camelback truss bridge in the country.
Read our full guide →Shanghai Disneyland
Park & natureShanghai 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 →Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
Park & natureShanghai 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 →Century Park
Park & natureFree 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 & natureFree 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 & natureFree 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.
Read our full guide →Shanghai Renmin Park
Park & natureFree entryShanghai Renmin Park, located in the heart of the city at People's Square, is a serene oasis amid the urban frenzy.
Read our full guide →Garden Bridge
LandmarkFree entryThe Garden Bridge, also known as Waibaidu Bridge, is a iconic landmark in Shanghai that spans the Suzhou Creek near its confluence with the Huangpu River.
Read our full guide →Shanghai Zhongshan Park
Park & natureFree entryShanghai Zhongshan Park is a sprawling urban green space in the Changning district, named after Sun Yat-sen (Zhongshan).
Read our full guide →Secret Garden Spa (Nanjing East Road)
SightSecret Garden Spa on Nanjing East Road is an urban oasis located on the fifth floor of a building in Shanghai's bustling Huangpu District.
Read our full guide →Bund Valentine Wall
Park & natureFree entryBund Valentine Wall is a charming park and nature area located on the iconic Bund in Shanghai, specifically at No.500 Zhongshan Dongyi Road in Huangpu District.
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How we pick these
Romantic spots in Shanghai — views, quiet corners and special-occasion places — ranked by reviews from the 142 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Sunset makes the viewpoints; dinner spots are calmest just after they open.
Reserve ahead for standout restaurants and anything with a view.
Weekday evenings in Shanghai are far less crowded than weekends.
Common questions
Where should couples go in Shanghai?+
The list above ranks the most romantic, highly-rated places in Shanghai, from scenic viewpoints to intimate dinners.
Is Shanghai good for a romantic trip?+
Yes — this page gathers the spots couples rate most highly for a special trip.
What's a good date idea in Shanghai?+
Pair a sunset viewpoint with dinner nearby, or a quiet walk followed by drinks at one of the spots above.
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