Top Things to Do at West Bund
In the warm April, plenty of people go to West Bund to visit exhibitions, enjoy flowers, and have picnics. The riverbank is filled with a lively atmosphere.
作为亚洲超大规模的艺术聚集地
With a shoreline of 11.4 km, West Bund is a central activity zone in Shanghai.
This guide will take you on a tour of West Bund. Pay a visit in good weather!
2023 West Bund Guide
West Bund is not only an internationally renowned art and cultural landmark but also a utopia for young people in Shanghai.
With a hundred-year history, West Bund was once one of the origin places for the national manufacturing industry in the 20th century.
Now, it becomes an iconic zone to show Shanghainese lifestyle.
People of different ages and with different interests would like to spend time here.
West Bund gives people freedom to express their attitude towards life and do whatever they want.
Take this guide to feel the charm of West Bund!
Long Museum
The Long Museum (West Bund) covers an area of 33,000 m².
Planting nearly 140 sakura trees, Long Museum becomes a popular spot for taking photos in March and April.
Transformed from the Beipiao Coal Wharf, Long Museum combines retro industrial relics with ultra-modern design. Many people are attracted by the strong contrast to take photos here.
Long Restaurant
Located in the Long Museum, the Long Restaurant retains the original building's exposed concrete and umbrella arch structure. The restaurant specializes in creative Western cuisine with seasonal ingredients and regularly introduces dishes corresponding to artworks exhibited in the museum.
Address: No. 3398 Longteng Avenue
Current Exhibitions
Zhang Xiaogang: Mayflies
Mar. 4-May 7, 2023
Shirazeh Houshiary: Rhizome
Mar. 5-May 7, 2023
Zhang Ji: Manas
Feb. 25-May 3, 2023
Joel Mesler: Spiritual Journey
Feb. 19-Apr. 18, 2023
Rachel Jones, a short root
Mar. 18-May 28, 2023
Start Museum
After eight years of preparation, the Start Museum has finally opened.
The museum is designed by Pritzker Architecture Prize winner Jean Nouvel. He not only retained the layout, railway tracks, and carriages of the Nanpu Railway Station warehouse but also created new exhibition spaces.
There are four exhibition spaces and three terraces setting exhibitions, bookstores, rest spaces, and other open-to-the-public functions in one place.
In addition, the old train parked on the left side of the museum is also an unmissable spot, which is free and open to the public all day. In the future, it may also be turned into a train-schemed café.
Current Exhibition
"START" Start Museum Inaugural Exhibition Season One
Dec. 30, 2022-May 21, 2023
Gu Di Hua Xi
Next to the railway tracks of the former Nanpu Station, there is a pink sakura wood.
From now until April 30, the "West Bund Bus" that passes through the West Bund Museum, Long Museum, and Start Museum is available.
Address: No. 111 Ruining Road
MGM Shanghai West Bund
As the first luxury hotel in the West Bund, the MGM Shanghai West Bund opened its door earlier this year.
The hotel's interior design created by Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) is filled with Chinese porcelain elements.
The hotel has 161 rooms and 58 suites with excellent views.
Variable facilities including three restaurants, a bar, a fitness center and Tria SPA provide an enjoyable stay for visitors.
Address: No. 688 Yunjin Road, Xuhui District
AI PLAZA
Fulling of futuristic elements, the AI PLAZA has been a popular place since its opening.
This building incorporates elements of nature, art, wisdom, and technology.
It is near the Longhua Airport, so its architectural design is inspired by aircraft wings.
Walking into the semi-open valley corridor and passing through the nearly 300 m² of greenery, you can feel the connection between nature and technology.
The interior of the mall, which uses curves and surface designs, creates a visually intersecting sense.
More than 90% of new brand stores are introduced. This spring and summer, the immersive science fiction experience project authorized by the Three-Body Universe will be opened.
With various featured brands and exquisite dining, you can spend your day off in the AI PLAZA.
YONGFU MINI
Located on the 5th floor of the AI PLAZA, YONGFU MINI is more affordable than the Michelin-starred restaurant YONGFU. Seven VIP rooms are available for both business banquets and family gatherings.
Buna & Pâte
Buna & Pâte is a bakery that specializes in freshly baked French bread and coffee. There is a wide selection of coffee beans for hand-drip coffee at a favourable price.
Address: No. 683 Yunjin Road
Mangoohub
Located in the West Bund Media Port, Mangoohub is an artistic Instagram spot.
The rotating staircase is designed like orange scales.
Mangoohub
Address: No. 7 Longai Road, Longteng Avenue
Tank Shanghai
Tank Shanghai is designed by the well-known architectural design firm OPEN, with five real aviation oil storage tanks.
The building complex covers an area of about 50,000 m², integrating galleries, exhibitions, and mini theaters. There is a park in the outdoor space.
Current Exhibition
Suspension of disbelief
Feb. 8-May 7, 2023
Address: No. 2380 Longteng Avenue
West Bund Museum
Designed by Sir David Chipperfield and his team, West Bund Museum covers an area of about 25,000 m², and it took three years to complete the construction. It aims to create an open and cozy interdisciplinary cultural center, allowing the public to experience diversified art life and to be a part of it.
Current Exhibitions
The People of Tomorrow
Mar. 8-Aug. 31, 2023
The Voice of Things-Highlights of the Centre Pompidou Collection vol.II
Jul. 28, 2021-May 7, 2023
Beaubourg
Beaubourg, a high-end French restaurant, is located on the 2nd floor of the West Bund Museum.
Through the floor-to-ceiling windows, you can see the magnificent view of the Huangpu River. The founder of the restaurant is a certified chef and has worked in several Michelin restaurants.
Address: No. 2380 Longteng Avenue
YUZ Museum
The 9,000 m² Yuz Museum was previously home to the Longhua Airport airplane hangar. The red space is designed by renowned Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto.
Address: No. 35 Fenggu Road, Longteng Avenue
ART TOWER
Located next to the AI PLAZA, ART TOWER is an international art trading center. It regularly hosts exhibitions.
The complex consists of seven buildings of varying heights. Designer Kazuyo Sejima is the second female architect to win the Pritzker Architecture Prize. ART TOWER is not only her first architectural work in China, but also one of the largest architectural works she has designed in the world.
Address: No. 8 Longyao Road
West Bund Dome Art Center
The West Bund Dome Art Center was transformed from a homogenization silo. Last year, it became the main venue for the 8th West Bund Art & Design, along with the West Bund Art Center. In the future, many exhibitions will be held here.
Address: No. 2350 Longteng Avenue
Shanghai Center of Photograph
American architects, Sharon Johnston and Mark Lee, designed the Shanghai Center of Photography to bring Pulitzer Prize-winning founder Liu Xiangcheng's cross-cultural inspiration to life.
An intimate, innovative venue, the SCôP is the first space of its kind in Shanghai, blending the atmosphere of a photo gallery with the scope and vision of a museum. The SCôP exhibits photographs from artists around the world, aiming to renew and reinvigorate public enthusiasm for photography.
Current Exhibition
PERSON: A NEW FORM OF DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPH
Apr. 8-Jul. 29, 2023
Shanghai Center of Potograph
Address: No. 2555-1 Longteng Avenue
Pet Park
Near the Binjiang Skateboard Park, there is a pet park made for dogs. If you are a dog lover, don't miss it!
Address: inside of the Binjiang Skateboard Park
Cafés and Restaurants
LOAM
LOAM, the glass coffee shop, is a must-visit café in the West Bund.
The round arched glass house reflects beautiful light under the sun.
It is a perfect destination for sunbathing and gathering with friends.
Address: No. 2596 Longteng Avenue
Manner Coffee (Xuhui Binjiang)
The Manner Coffee near the Binjiang Skateboard Park is a super beautiful river view terrace café. It became popular as soon as it opened.
Customers can overlook the scenery on both sides of the river on the large terrace of this three-floor glass house.
It is a pet-friendly café. Cream and lattes specialized for dogs are available here.
Address: No. 243 Ruining Road
Café Les Halles
Located on the east side of the 1st floor of the West Bund Museum, Café Les Halles is a café with refined decoration.
The name reminds people of the Les Halles district next to the Pompidou Center in Paris. The French-style decoration and exquisite desserts inspired by artworks attract many people to have a try.
Address: No. 2600 Longteng Avenue (on the east side of the West Bund Museum)
Qiao Coffee (West Bund)
If you take a slow walk from the Yuz Museum towards the river, you will see Qiao Coffee, a century-old brand under Qiao Jia Zha.
The interior decoration uses wooden structures and hand-woven designs to create a cozy atmosphere and an excellent river view.
Address: No. 2900 Longteng Avenue
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Not far from the Haishita Square, there is a KFC hidden in a white American-style house, with a red striped triangular roof and English signage.
There is a row of wooden benches outside, providing a resting area.
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Address: No. 3036 Longteng Avenue
Starbucks
Starbucks occupies a white glass house and has a great location that captures the river view.
As a pet-friendly café, there are comfortable outdoor seats and a special cappuccino for pets.
Address: Unit 101, Floor 1, No. 3222 Longteng Avenue
LE PETIT JARDIN
Not far from the Long Museum is the LE PETIT JARDIN. The restaurant specializes in French cuisine. On a sunny afternoon, come here to enjoy cakes in a comfortable atmosphere.
Address: No. 3268 Longteng Avenue
Binjiang Skateboard Park
The Binjiang Skateboard Park 2.0 covers a total area of 4800 m² and consists of two areas, the NBA-themed basketball court and the NBA art-themed sunken skateboard plaza.
While retaining its openness, functionality, and professionalism, the upgraded skateboard park has incorporated more sports-themed elements.
Address: Ruining Road, near Long Museum (West Bund)
Binjiang Climbing Wall
Not far from the Long Museum is a 70 m Binjiang climbing wall.
Soft mats are laid under the wall to provide protection.
Address: 150 m northeast of the intersection of Dongan Road and Longteng Avenue
Xuhui Binjiang Greenland
The Xuhui Binjiang Greenland has a 3.6 km shoreline running track.
The nearby cycling route is popular among outdoor enthusiasts.
Video Tour of Top 12 Brunch Spots in Shanghai
Video Tour of Top 12 Brunch Spots in Shanghai
2023 Shanghai Popular Gyms Guide
15 Must-visit Bars in Shanghai
2023 Shanghai Popular Gyms Guide
15 Must-visit Bars in Shanghai