Shanghai is one of the most exciting cities in the world, but how far can $100 take you here? In this challenge, we put our budget to the test, so from hotel to the best food, attractions, and experiences Shanghai has to offer—without breaking the bank!.
We show you really what it costs a day as a tourist in china most expensive city and since we have been in china this was our hardest challenge yet…
March 2025 | Shanghai, China
Jiangsu Province
10/34 Provinces down!!
When we finally started our adventure
On Tour With Dridgers conquer Shanghai's $100 challenge, experiencing luxury hotels, delicious street food, and local markets, creating unforgettable memories in China's vibrant metropolis.
On Tour With Dridgers (#OTWD) takes on Shanghai, China's priciest city, in a thrilling $100 challenge! From luxury hotels with unbelievable amenities to navigating the bustling metro and discovering hidden culinary gems, this vlog captures the highs and lows of budget travel in a mega-city. Will they succeed? Watch to find out!
Shanghai is one of the most exciting cities in the world, but how far can $100 take you here? In this challenge, we put our budget to the test, so from hotel to the best food, attractions, and experiences Shanghai has to offer—without breaking the bank! We show you really what it costs a day as a...
Shanghai Budget Travel Vlog: $100 Challenge
Shanghai, a vibrant global city, was the backdrop for an exciting $100 challenge. This vlog follows the journey of two travelers testing their budget in one of China's most expensive cities. From securing affordable accommodation to indulging in local culinary delights and exploring iconic attractions, they document their experiences, providing a realistic glimpse into daily tourist costs in Shanghai. This challenge proved to be their most demanding yet, highlighting the unique financial considerations of exploring such a dynamic metropolis.
Attractions in this video: People's Park, Nanjing Road
In this Shanghai vlog, On Tour With Dridgers (#OTWD) – a British couple – embarks on a $100 challenge in China's purportedly most expensive city. Their adventure begins with a surprisingly affordable Didi ride to a luxurious hotel, exceeding expectations with its opulent amenities, including two floors, two bathrooms, and a complimentary minibar. This unexpected extravagance sets a high bar for the rest of their challenge.
The couple's exploration of Shanghai includes a humorous interaction with a hotel staff member who, upon discovering their identity, offers them a free beer, highlighting the unexpected kindness they encounter. Their journey continues to a vibrant street market, where they successfully negotiate the price of a T-shirt, showcasing their bargaining skills and the lively atmosphere of the local commerce. The experience offers a glimpse into the art of haggling, a common practice in many parts of China.
Their culinary journey is a highlight, as they discover local eateries and savor authentic Shanghai dishes. The vlog showcases a meal at a local restaurant, where they order using a QR code-based menu, a common practice in China. The food experience is presented with enthusiasm, emphasizing the unique flavors and textures, including a memorable egg dish. The vlog also includes a stop at a convenience store, demonstrating the self-service checkout systems prevalent in China, contrasting them with the UK's more supervised systems.
Beyond the food, the vlog documents their exploration of People's Park, a public space where they observe the local life and atmosphere. The vlog also captures their use of the Shanghai metro, offering practical tips for navigating the city's public transportation system, including advice on downloading city-specific metro passes via WeChat or Alipay. The vlog ends with a reflection on their experience, acknowledging that while they exceeded their budget, their adventure provided an authentic representation of tourist spending in Shanghai. The vlog concludes with a promise of more Shanghai adventures and their upcoming trip to Chongqing.
