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Shanghai Family Adventure: Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower & More

A full day of sightseeing in Shanghai | Yu Gardens | Shanghai Tower | El Santo Tacos | China Vlog

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A full day of sightseeing in Shanghai | Yu Gardens | Shanghai Tower | El Santo Tacos | China Vlog
The Hackett Family54 min

A full day of sightseeing in Shanghai | Yu. This was filmed by The Hackett Family. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

Welcome to our first FULL DAY of sightseeing in Shanghai. The day starts with a walk to Yu Gardens, where we take in the beautiful sights of the area, including Shanghai Old Street and the City God Temples. Following this, we walk back to The Bund and travel under the water on the Sightseeing Tour, to see the Pearl Tower up close and then visit the Shanghai Disney Store. We then head over to Shanghai Tower to climb to the top of the observatory and also experience the Damper Light Show. We then use the Didi Taxi Service to head to El Santo Taco and Tequila for a unique dining experience. After our delicious meal we walk back, via East Nanjing Rd towards our hotel and to get some well earned sleep. Hope you enjoy joint us on this spectacular day.

--- The Hackett Family
November 22, 2024, Autumn in China

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The Hackett family spend a day in Shanghai, beginning at Yu Garden, built in 1559 by Pan Yundan, then walking through Shanghai Old Street and visiting City God Temple. They take the Shanghai Sightseeing Tunnel, ride to the Shanghai Tower observatory and see its damper light show. The day ends with Mexican food at El Santo Taco and Tequila. The family mostly walks between places and uses Didi a few times. They also recommend Alipay and Apple Pay for payments and note that Shanghai’s traffic signals count down for pedestrians and drivers.

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Yu Garden and old Shanghai

The Hackett family begin their sightseeing day at Yu Garden, where they explore the grounds and learn that the garden was built in 1559 by Pan Yundan. They then walk through Shanghai Old Street and visit City God Temple, seeing a traditional side of the city before heading toward the Bund. They use Alipay and Apple Pay during the day, which they find convenient at larger shops and restaurants. Walking from Yu Garden to the Bund takes about 14 minutes and lets them experience the city atmosphere between the two areas.

Tunnel, tower and dinner

The family takes the Shanghai Sightseeing Tunnel beneath the river, offering a different view of the skyline and Pearl Tower. They continue to Shanghai Tower and go up to the observatory for views of the city. The visit also includes the tower’s damper light show. On the way, they notice countdown signals for pedestrians and drivers and advise being careful even when the pedestrian light turns green because cars may not stop immediately. The family also stops at Shake Shack and later has dinner at El Santo Taco and Tequila. They mostly explore on foot and use Didi a few times. The Mexican meal surprises them as a satisfying end to a full day that includes gardens, temples, old streets and modern city views.

City stops and transit

After the garden and Old Street, the family visits City God Temple and then takes the Shanghai Sightseeing Tunnel. The tunnel provides an unusual route beneath the river and a chance to look toward the Pearl Tower. They also visit the Shanghai Disney Store before continuing to Shanghai Tower. The observatory gives them a wide view of the city, and the damper is part of the tower experience they describe. The route mixes traditional sites with modern attractions, and the family uses walking for many of the connections. They also take Didi a few times when needed.

The family share practical observations as they move through the city. Alipay and Apple Pay work at many large shops and restaurants, and countdown signals help people judge when to cross. They still advise watching traffic because vehicles may not fully stop at a green pedestrian signal. A 14-minute walk from Yu Garden toward the Bund gives them an opportunity to absorb the city between major sights. The end of the day is dinner at El Santo Taco and Tequila, a surprising choice after a day of gardens, temples and street scenes. The family says it was possibly their best Mexican meal, and it offers a relaxed finish after a packed sightseeing schedule.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What was the family’s favorite part of the day?
A: They especially enjoyed going up Shanghai Tower for the views and the damper light show.
Q: What was the food like at El Santo Tacos?
A: The family describes the Mexican food as possibly the best they have had.
Q: How did the family get around Shanghai?
A: They mostly walked and used Didi a few times. They walked between many stops and used Didi only a few times.

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Shanghai Family Adventure: Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower & More

Welcome to our first FULL DAY of sightseeing in Shanghai. The day starts with a walk to Yu Gardens, where we take in the beautiful sights of the area, including Shanghai Old Street and the City God Temples. Following this, we walk back to The Bund and travel under the water on the Sightseeing Tour,...

Shanghai Sightseeing: Yu Gardens, Shanghai Tower & More

The Hackett family's Shanghai adventure began with a stroll through the enchanting Yu Gardens, followed by a visit to the historic Shanghai Old Street and the serene City God Temples. Their exploration continued with an underwater sightseeing tunnel journey offering stunning views of the Pearl Tower, and a stop at the Shanghai Disney Store. The family then ascended the Shanghai Tower, marveling at the city's skyline from the observatory and witnessing the mesmerizing Damper Light Show. Their day concluded with a delicious meal at El Santo Taco and Tequila, followed by a relaxing walk along East Nanjing Road. This Shanghai sightseeing adventure is a perfect blend of culture, history, and modern marvels.

Attractions in this video: Yu Gardens, Shanghai Old Street, City God Temple, Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, The Bund, Sightseeing Tunnel