Thames Town
Shanghai
Visit Thames Town
Popular places to visit
Shanghai Disneyland©
Enjoy the excitement at Shanghai Disneyland© and see why people love this theme park in Shanghai. Wander through the picturesque gardens and riverfront in this vibrant area.
The Bund
The changing fortunes of this sprawling riverside walkway are symbolic of the evolution of Shanghai itself.
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
Nanjing Road Shopping District
Experience the bustling energy of Shanghai’s most famous commercial street, with a pedestrian mall surrounded by traditional and luxury shopping opportunities.
Former French Concession
Take a stroll along the shaded avenues of Shanghai’s historic French Concession before enjoying a spot of shopping in some of the city’s trendiest boutiques.
Xintiandi Style Shopping Centre
Shanghai’s colonial past is displayed in the distinctive Shikumen architecture of Xintiandi, fusing influences from both East and West.
Things to do
Shanghai Day Tour with English Guide – Explore Yu Garden & More
Shanghai: Roaming China Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan
Chinese Acrobatics and Shanghai Evening Tour
Shanghai Natural History Museum Ticket Booking
Take Bullet Train to visit Badaling Great Wall with guide ticket.
No.77 China Eastern Plaza Premium Lounge at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Top hotels in Thames Town
Shangri-La Qiantan, Shanghai
Room is very clean and so luxurious. Staff is amazing. I would honestly say this place might be perfect! Would recommend to everyone to stay here.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park
Room smelled of open sewer, several complaints had no effect. AC did not work, stuck at 25 degrees, staff told to regulate temperature by opening and closing a small window and turning AC on and off! Internet did not work - sometime totally gone, sometimes too slow to receive email. Could be fixed ...
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Radisson Collection Yangtze Shanghai
Clean
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao
Everything is great except for the air conditioning, it did not work. We were provided a temporary AC unit but it did not work much better.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Artyzen Habitat Hongqiao Shanghai
Excellent hotel. Super large rooms with living area and Kitchenette. Very professional and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
Very goof
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thames Town
Songjiang District
The churches and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Songjiang District. Happy Valley Amusement Park and Sheshan National Forest Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Songjiang Xincheng Station or Kaiyuan Plaza Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Qingpu District
Qingpu District is well liked for its mountain views and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shanghai Outlets and Dianshan Lake are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qingpu Xincheng Station or Huijin Road Station to get around.
Xinzhuang
Well liked for its restaurants and monuments, Xinzhuang is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Xincheng Central Park and Xinzhuang Park, and jump on the metro at Xinzhuang Station to get around the city.
Minhang
Get to know Minhang and its many features like its breweries and spas. You might want to explore sights like Qi Zhong Stadium and Qibao Old Street, and you can jump on the metro at Shujian Road Station or Shuangbai Road Station to get around the city.
Hongqiao
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Hongqiao. Top attractions like Hongqiao Int'l Pearl City and Laowai Street 101 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hechuan Road Station or Longbai Xincun Station to see more of the city.
Xuhui
Travellers choose Xuhui for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Stadium Station or Xujiahui Station and check out top sights like Shanghai Stadium.
