7 Famous Theme Parks Coming to Shanghai Soon!

When it comes to large amusement parks in Shanghai Jinjiang, Happy Valley and the buzzworthy Disneyland probably come to mind first, right? Well, if you’re getting bored of visiting these old park don’t fret – there are seven new theme parks expected to arrive in Shanghai very soon. Woohoo!

Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park

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Culminating in 20 years worth of evolution in China’s ocean parks, this new one is expected to have six exhibition venues, three large-scale interactive performance venues, two large-scale cinemas and over 10 recreational facilities.

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The most exciting part is the “super-bowl” that enables people to watch penguins up-close, something you might not have been able to experience in other aquariums here.

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What’s more, there will also be exhibition venues showcasing whales, sharks, jellyfish, dolphins and manatees.

Address: Qiqing Lu. Close to Metro Line 16

Predicted Opening Date: Late September 2018

Shanghai Peppa Pig Theme Park

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This internationally-popular animated television show for young kids has been a huge hit over the years, even in China. Now you don’t only have to view the cute characters on screen, you can see them in real life in Shanghai too!

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With seven outdoor recreational facilities that recreate several famous scenes from the show, kids will be able to take pictures with their favorite characters, buy cute dolls and even jump through muddy puddles just like peppa!

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Peppa Pig World in the UK did a great job in bringing the show to life – including an adorable Peppa Pig balloon ride.

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Even Windy Castle, a place visited by Peppa and her family is brought into reality – and its higher than the one in the show!

Address: LCM Zhihui Xuhui Square

Predicted Opening Date: End of 2018-2019

Hello Kitty Indoor Park

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Shimao Property and Sanrio have joined hands to create a Hello Kitty indoor park that will cover an area of 6,000 sqm in Shanghai and it’s the only one with the Old Shanghai theme across the country.

This is definitely big news for Hello Kitty Fans.

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Located on Nanjing Dong Lu, from the 8th-10th floor of Shanghai Shimao Square, this is a large themepark in downtown Shanghai.

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Sanrio Puroland in Japan has four floors in total and hosts various musicals, restaurants, attractions, and themed rides using popular characters such as Hello Kitty, My Melody, Cinnamoroll, Jewelpet and many more.

Address: 8-10F, Shimao Square

Predicted Opening Date: Soft opening to start in October 2018

LEGOLand Shanghai

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A branch of the LEGOland amusement park is due to open in Shanghai soon too!

With an aim to establish a kingdom of construction toys by incorporating elements of Jiangnan culture, LEGOland Shanghai is rumoured to follow the traditional architectural style of Zhouzhuang – one of China’s renowned water towns.

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As a whole, LEGOland will consist of LEGO Technic, LEGO Kingdoms, Imagination, Land of Adventure, LEGO city and MINILAND – all including a variety of rides, attractions and even water park!

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Once you get tired of playing, you’ll also be able to treat yourself to a mouthwatering meal in one of LEGO’s restaurants where lots of awesome food await you: French fries in the shape of construction toys, hotdogs and more.

Address: Dingshan Lake, Qingpu District

Predicted Opening Date: Construction work to start in 2020, should finish by 2022.

Shanghai Ice and Snow World

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Shanghai is due to have a HUGE ski resort covering an area of around 213,000 sqm next year!

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Complete with an indoor ski slope holding a width of 124m, this is said to be able to hold several thousands of people skiing at the same time.

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That’s not all though, you’ll also be able to test your skills with speed skating, ice skating, ice climbing and more.

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Shanghai’s Ice and Snow World will also be equipped with an ice hotel, musical theater, a revolving theater, broadway theater, an IMAX movie theater and more – so many fun things to do in one place!

Address: Lingang New City, Pudong

Predicted Opening Date: 2019

Dargaud Theme Park

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Europe’s largest animation group Dargaud is also due to be building a theme park in Shanghai.

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Even if you’ve never heard of Dargaud, you’re sure to have come across their comic characters – The Smurfs, Garfield and Tintin.

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It is said that the park will include a 40,000 sqm outdoor playground, a 20,000 sqm indoor amusement park and a hotel with 200 rooms in total.

Address: Songjiang District

Predicted Opening Date: Construction work to start in 2020. Plans to finish by 2022

Transformers and My Little Pony

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Both a Transformers and My Little Pony themed-hotels and recreational centers are said to be opening in Shanghai soon too – established by the combined team of Hasbro and Marriott International.

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For the huge Transformers fans around you, watching the movies might not be enough anymore. So, now, you’ll have the chance to see them being brought to life!

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There will also be themed cafes, restaurants and souvenir stores.

Address: No. 7688 Hunan Lu, Xinchang Town

Predicted Opening Date: Second Half of 2018.