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Xintiandi

Shanghai Xintiandi is close to the site of the First National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party,situated on Xingye Road.Echoing with the Shanghais historical and cultural legacies,Xintiandi is a re-creation born out of sprawl of Shikumen(stone-framed doorways) housing. Xintiandi has create...
Shanghai Xintiandi is close to the site of the First National Congress of the Chinese Communist Party,situated on Xingye Road.Echoing with the Shanghais historical and cultural legacies,Xintiandi is a re-creation born out of sprawl of Shikumen(stone-framed doorways) housing. Xintiandi has created a life style favored by most of visitors because it is a place where yestoday meets tomorrow and east meets west.local Shnaghainess like Xintiandi because it aroused a reminscent mood by the gray-brick Shikumen facade and the stone gate which used to be the architectural symbol of Shanghai in late 19th and early 20th centuries. To the young,they like Xintiandi just as they linger around the place,where they will feel like time travel back to the days of their ancestors while enjoying the astonishingly brilliant facilities inside the Shikumen. To the foreigers,who are interested in old days of Shanghai,Xintiandi Provides a miniature of the city,which has won its fame of Oriental Paris in early last century but at the same time meets their internationally standard requirments.this area used to be French concession in 19th century. Taxi

Shanghai World Financial Center

Shanghai's " bottle opener'' skyscraper--the World Financal Center ,is the third-tallest building in the world surpassed by the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the Taipei 101 in Taipei.

It has 101 floors and stands 492 (1,614 feet) meters hight . he US$1 Billion building opened in August 2...

Shanghai's " bottle opener'' skyscraper--the World Financal Center ,is the third-tallest building in the world surpassed by the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the Taipei 101 in Taipei.

It has 101 floors and stands 492 (1,614 feet) meters hight . he US$1 Billion building opened in August 2008.Among its 101 floors, 70 are dedicated to offices , 14 to hotel space, and the rest to entertainments and observation decks.

The 3 observation decks  are the Sky Arena on the 94th floor - a lounge with a bar and spectacular sights,the Sky Walk on the 97th floor- a long walkway painted white, and the Sky Walk 100-the ultimate viewing platform on the 100th floor at the bottom od the trapezoid. The highest deck is completely made of glass.whenever you look, the skyline is visible .From here you can appreciate the two other Shanghai giants,the468-meter Oriental Pearl TV Tower &the 420.5-meter Jinmao Building.You can stand on glass flooring and look down. When standing on the Sky Walk 100,you may feel you are standing in the clouds above the city, especially on a foggy day.

Metro Line No.2 to Lujiazui Station or Dongchang Road Station.

House of Blues and Jazz

The House of Blues and Jazz is located on the illustrious Mao Ming Rd, site of the former expat bar hub in Shanghai.  Since Mao Ming was essentially shut down in 2004, the bars that still remain open are a little downtrodden and fairly empty. However, the House of Jazz and Blues defies the n...

The House of Blues and Jazz is located on the illustrious Mao Ming Rd, site of the former expat bar hub in Shanghai.  Since Mao Ming was essentially shut down in 2004, the bars that still remain open are a little downtrodden and fairly empty. However, the House of Jazz and Blues defies the new standard, as it manages to attract an impressive crowd of upscale, yet low key music lovers. Be wary of the beggars that still hang out around Mao Ming Lu. Their 3 year old children follow you around for blocks in desperation.
 
From the moment you lay your eyes upon the exterior of the House of Blues and Jazz, you’ll likely feel as if you’ve stumbled upon a secret club in Memphis, Tennessee – the heart of the blues tradition. Set in a modest gray stucco building, the large doors with small letters stating “House of Blues and Jazz” provide the only clue to what lies inside.  While the interior is decked out with warm wood and leather furniture, it is still simple. It remains obvious that the main embellishment is meant to be the music. The acoustics are great, and the music is not overwhelmingly noisy, but loud enough to allow the musicians to truly strut their stuff.  
   
The musicians are a mix of foreign and Chinese guests and locals.  The busiest nights usually take place when groups from abroad make a visit. I highly recommend reserving a table for these nights – check with your hotel.  Note that the venue can become extremely packed. Unless you like being pushed by patrons heading for the bar, the standing area is nothing to speak of. One time I simply had to leave for this reason, it was driving me crazy.  Depending on the night’s lineup, there might be a “hidden” cover charge. The charge won’t be at the door, it will be included with your first drink, which is usually 80RMB. Afterwards prices drop to about half of that.
 
While the music is comparable at both spots, the House of Blues and Jazz definitely exudes a different feel than the Cotton Club. It is certainly a little less swanky, slightly less claustrophobic, and less filled with cigarette smoke, if that’s a concern.

Windows Too

Ahhh… the infamous Windows… Ask just about anyone who has lived in Shanghai for more than a month, and they will undoubtedly know something about Windows, even if they’ve never been there.  Windows is THAT bar in college that required a certain mood in order to go to, but...

Ahhh… the infamous Windows… Ask just about anyone who has lived in Shanghai for more than a month, and they will undoubtedly know something about Windows, even if they’ve never been there.  Windows is THAT bar in college that required a certain mood in order to go to, but when the mood struck, it always made for a a fantastic evening.  
 
The original Windows still stands on Mao Ming Road, the former heart of expat nightlife. When the government “shut down” the wild nights on Mao Ming Road most of the bars opened second locations on Tongren Road near the Ritz Carlton on Nanjing Road.  Windows Too opted for a new location, however, that gave them more a little more room to support the throngs of young people seeking CHEAP drinks and a raging party.  Despite the club’s spacious interior, there is rarely a night when there is room to breathe.  My best advice is to head for the bar and take advantage of the cheap drinks. It should make the atmosphere much less claustrophobic, and the crowd much more entertaining.
 
On weekends there is usually a 30 RMB cover charge, which includes a couple of free drink tickets. The tickets are worth 10 RMB, which is conveniently the price of just about every drink at the bar.  It would be difficult to find a better deal anywhere else in Shanghai.  The crowd is a mix of foreigners and locals. While most people aren’t here looking for the love of their life, there will certainly be plenty of choices of dance partners for the evening.  Wear whatever clothing you won’t mind having beer and liquor spilt all over. Have fun!
 
How to get there:  Take Metro Line 2 to Jingan Temple Station.  Windows is inside the plaza right at the station.

Bar Rouge

A wonderful aspect of Shanghai is that it enables visitors to enjoy it’s nightlife as if they are rock stars.  Here, bars such as Bar Rouge – that in New York City, Paris or Tokyo would cost a fortune to simply enter nevermind drink (and that’s all assuming you lo...

A wonderful aspect of Shanghai is that it enables visitors to enjoy it’s nightlife as if they are rock stars.  Here, bars such as Bar Rouge – that in New York City, Paris or Tokyo would cost a fortune to simply enter nevermind drink (and that’s all assuming you look good enough to be let in to begin with) – are actually accessible to regular people.  
 
Typical for this type of bar, there is a cover charge on the weekends of usually 50 RMB. If you just want to check Bar Rouge out, I recommend doing so during the week.  A weeknight visit will still allow you to get a good feel for the bar’s hip scene, as well as avoiding the “here to be seen” weekend crowds.  The most expensive drink on the menu (besides a bottle of Veuve Clicquot) is the house specialty, the Bar Rouge Martini, for a mere 100 RMB.  Buy this drink and the bartenders will put on a show by lighting the entire bar top on fire and tossing bottles around while mixing the drinks.  The ambiance is definitely French – ’Moulin Rouge-ish’, with great lighting and awesome seating sprawled around the bar, which is situated directly in the center of the action. The seating, however, is reserved for big spenders. Desirable seating requires a hefty minimum that  includes ordering a least several bottles of Champagne. However, even standing, patrons certainly enjoy the scene at Bar Rouge.
 
One of the main reasons Bar Rouge has reached its height of popularity is its fantastic location on the Bund.  The bar’s terrace is enormous and provides an incredible view of Pudong’s bright lights, making it a truly breathtaking spot come summertime.  Even in the winter patrons don their (fur) coats to enjoy the view. No matter what type of scene you enjoy, Bar Rouge is worth checking out once for this reason alone.
  
Bund 18 & Bar Rouge Official Website:
www.resto18.com
  
How to get there:  Take Metro Line 2 to Henan Rd. Station.  Exit onto Nanjing Rd, and then walk east for about 10 minutes. Take a left on the Bund (Zhongshan Dong Yi Rd.), Bund 18 is on the corner.