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Shanghai Night Walk: Lujiazui Skyline, Street Food and Metro
🇨🇳 HOW SAFE IS CHINA AT NIGHT? The Reality Western Media Won't Show You!
Is China really safe at night? Or is the reality completely different from what Western media would have you believe?
Tonight, I'm exploring the streets of Shanghai, China, to discover what life is really like after dark in...
🇨🇳 HOW SAFE IS CHINA AT NIGHT? The Reality Western Media Won't Show You!
Is China really safe at night? Or is the reality completely different from what Western media would have you believe?
Tonight, I'm exploring the streets of Shanghai, China, to discover what life is really like after dark in one of the world's largest and most futuristic cities.
While many American cities struggle with homelessness, street crime and public safety concerns, here in China, families are enjoying their evenings, people are walking freely through the streets, and the city is buzzing with life long after sunset.
But there's something else that makes China at night rather extraordinary…
🏙️ Join me as I explore the breathtaking Lujiazui financial district, surrounded by some of the tallest skyscrapers on Earth, including the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, Jin Mao Tower and Shanghai World Financial Center.
🍺 I also do something completely ordinary in China that could get me into serious trouble in parts of America — drinking a beer on the street! In some places, breaking public drinking laws can lead to arrest and potentially even jail time. All for enjoying a cold beer!
🌃 We'll explore Shanghai's incredible nightlife, discover why I feel so safe walking around China after dark, and compare everyday life here with what we're seeing on the streets of America.
🍜 And finally, I'll expose the REAL danger of walking around China at night… something that has already caused serious damage to both my waistline and my wallet!
After living in China for more than a decade as a British expat, I've experienced firsthand just how different the reality of life in China can be from the picture often painted by Western media.
Is China safer than America? Is Shanghai safe at night? And what is it really like living in China as a foreigner?
Come and see for yourself.
Because sometimes, the reality speaks louder than the propaganda.
🇨🇳 Welcome to the REAL China!
👍 Thanks for watching! See you in the next one!
A British creator takes an evening walk through Shanghai, from busy streets and the Lujiazui skyline to nightlife, convenience-store snacks, street food and the metro. He presents his personal impression that he feels comfortable walking around after dark and compares Shanghai with places he has lived or visited elsewhere. He also acknowledges that one evening cannot describe crime across an entire country.
🇨🇳 HOW SAFE IS CHINA AT NIGHT? The Reality Western Media Won't Show You!
Is China really safe at night? Or is the reality completely different from what Western media would have you believe?
Tonight, I'm exploring the streets of Shanghai, China, to discover what life is really like after dark in one of the world's largest and most futuristic cities.
While many American cities struggle with homelessness, street crime and public safety concerns, here in China, families are enjoying their evenings, people are walking freely through the streets, and the city is buzzing with life long after sunset.
But there's something else that makes China at night rather extraordinary…
🏙️ Join me as I explore the breathtaking Lujiazui financial district, surrounded by some of the tallest skyscrapers on Earth, including the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, Jin Mao Tower and Shanghai World Financial Center.
🍺 I also do something completely ordinary in China that could get me into serious trouble in parts of America — drinking a beer on the street! In some places, breaking public drinking laws can lead to arrest and potentially even jail time. All for enjoying a cold beer!
🌃 We'll explore Shanghai's incredible nightlife, discover why I feel so safe walking around China after dark, and compare everyday life here with what we're seeing on the streets of America.
🍜 And finally, I'll expose the REAL danger of walking around China at night… something that has already caused serious damage to both my waistline and my wallet!
After living in China for more than a decade as a British expat, I've experienced firsthand just how different the reality of life in China can be from the picture often painted by Western media.
Is China safer than America? Is Shanghai safe at night? And what is it really like living in China as a foreigner?
Come and see for yourself.
Because sometimes, the reality speaks louder than the propaganda.
🇨🇳 Welcome to the REAL China!
👍 Thanks for watching! See you in the next one!
The creator walks through Shanghai at night to share his personal impressions of public spaces and perceived safety. He begins on busy streets where families and couples are out, then visits Lujiazui’s pedestrian walkway among the Oriental Pearl Tower, Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center and Shanghai Tower. He says a nearby mall is still open close to 10 p.m. on a Sunday and notices people leaving keys in a parked electric scooter, though he does not establish how common or safe this is. He visits a multi-floor club and a Lawson store, which he says has cheaper drinks than the club. He samples street food, including skewers and squid, and gives the prices he paid. He then opens a beer on the street and claims this is legal in China; the video does not verify local laws, so that claim is not treated as legal guidance. He rides the metro late at night, comments on the station’s cleanliness and says he paid with Alipay, though he cannot determine the exact fare. At the end, he says one evening cannot tell viewers everything about crime across a country, but can show what he experienced that night.
A British creator takes an evening walk through Shanghai, from busy streets and the Lujiazui skyline to nightlife, convenience-store snacks, street food and the metro. He presents his personal impression that he feels comfortable walking around after dark and compares Shanghai with places he has lived or visited elsewhere. He also acknowledges that one evening cannot describe crime across an entire country.
A creator’s personal night walk through Shanghai’s skyline, nightlife, street food and metro.
Shanghai Night Walk: Lujiazui Skyline, Street Food and Metro
3:12 The creator recommends the Lujiazui pedestrian walkway for views surrounded by Shanghai skyscrapers. He names the Oriental Pearl Tower, Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center and Shanghai Tower along the route.
4:21 The creator says the mall beside the Lujiazui walkway was still open close to 10 p.m. on a Sunday during his visit. Check the specific mall’s current hours before planning a late shopping stop.
8:14 He finds a Lawson store near the nightlife area and says its drinks are cheaper than those inside the club. The video also shows food available there, making it a lower-cost stop in his experience.
9:08 The club area he visits has seven floors, with separate ticket options for different bars and clubs; some tickets include drinks. Check the specific venue’s current entry rules and inclusions before going.
10:32 The creator samples street food in Shanghai and reports paying 120 RMB for four skewers and 29 RMB for squid. He calls this pricey for his experience, so check stall prices before ordering.
16:18 The creator rides the Shanghai metro late at night and pays with Alipay, but says he cannot confirm the exact fare. Keep a usable payment method ready and check the fare in the app before travel.
3:12 The creator recommends the Lujiazui pedestrian walkway for views surrounded by Shanghai skyscrapers. He names the Oriental Pearl Tower, Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center and Shanghai Tower along the route.
4:21 The creator says the mall beside the Lujiazui walkway was still open close to 10 p.m. on a Sunday during his visit. Check the specific mall’s current hours before planning a late shopping stop.
8:14 He finds a Lawson store near the nightlife area and says its drinks are cheaper than those inside the club. The video also shows food available there, making it a lower-cost stop in his experience.
9:08 The club area he visits has seven floors, with separate ticket options for different bars and clubs; some tickets include drinks. Check the specific venue’s current entry rules and inclusions before going.
10:32 The creator samples street food in Shanghai and reports paying 120 RMB for four skewers and 29 RMB for squid. He calls this pricey for his experience, so check stall prices before ordering.
16:18 The creator rides the Shanghai metro late at night and pays with Alipay, but says he cannot confirm the exact fare. Keep a usable payment method ready and check the fare in the app before travel.
0:00 Testing claims about Shanghai at night
1:09 Walking through busy streets
3:12 Lujiazui skyscraper walkway
4:21 Late shopping in Shanghai
5:32 Noticing a parked scooter
6:54 Visiting a Shanghai nightlife area
8:14 Lawson store and cheaper drinks
10:32 Trying Shanghai street food
12:36 A beer on the street
16:18 Taking the metro at night
21:12 Reflecting on the evening
22:10 Ending at the hotel
0:00 Testing claims about Shanghai at night
1:09 Walking through busy streets
3:12 Lujiazui skyscraper walkway
4:21 Late shopping in Shanghai
5:32 Noticing a parked scooter
6:54 Visiting a Shanghai nightlife area
8:14 Lawson store and cheaper drinks
10:32 Trying Shanghai street food
12:36 A beer on the street
16:18 Taking the metro at night
21:12 Reflecting on the evening
22:10 Ending at the hotel
Which landmarks does the creator see in Lujiazui?
He walks on a pedestrian walkway surrounded by the Oriental Pearl Tower, Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center and Shanghai Tower.
What street food prices does he mention?
He says four skewers cost 120 RMB and squid cost 29 RMB at the stall he visits.
How does he describe the nightlife area?
He sees a multi-floor club with ticket options for its different bars and floors, then visits a nearby Lawson store where he says drinks are cheaper.
What does the video establish about Shanghai safety?
It records the creator’s impressions during one evening walk. He explicitly says one evening cannot tell viewers everything about crime across an entire country.
How much did the metro ride cost?
The creator cannot confirm the exact fare. He says he paid with Alipay and estimates it may have been around 4 RMB, but he is unsure.
