Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street
★ 4.6 ｜ 2,243 reviews
Iconic shopping hub · Bustling pedestrian street
📍 6FMF+VXJ, Nan Jing Lu Bu Xing Jie, Huang Pu Qu, Shang Hai Shi, China, 200001
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Hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
About
Iconic, bustling stretch of road with many souvenir shops, street vendors, buskers & restaurants.
The full picture
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is Shanghai's primary commercial thoroughfare, a high-energy stretch featuring massive LED displays and historic European-style architecture. It serves as a bustling hub for international retail and a main walking artery leading to The Bund.
It suits tourists, shoppers, and photographers looking to experience the iconic, neon-lit atmosphere of urban Shanghai.
Late afternoon is the best time to arrive to see the transition from daylight to the vibrant evening lights.
💡 Be prepared for significant crowds and follow the directions of security staff who manage pedestrian flow during peak hours.
Visitors love
- vibrant night atmosphere
- impressive neon signs
- variety of flagship stores
- clean and safe environment
- convenient route to the Bund
Some note
- overwhelmingly crowded
- can feel chaotic in the evening
- intense pace
Good to know
- Is it good for kids?
- Yes, the presence of large flagship stores like Lego and M&M's World makes it popular with families.
- Is it OK on a rainy day?
- The street itself is open-air, but it is lined with numerous large shopping malls and department stores that offer shelter.
- How long to stay?
- A typical visit takes between 1 and 3 hours depending on your shopping pace and interest in the architecture.
- Is a reservation needed?
- No reservation is required to walk the street, though specific popular restaurants along the way may require them.
Visitor reviews
★★★★★
Some streets feel like the heartbeat of a city and Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street carries that energy effortlessly. From the moment you step onto the street you are surrounded by lights movement and an endless stretch of shops that make the entire experience feel alive. It is one of those places where you don’t realize how much time has passed because there is always something to see or explore.
The variety of stores is incredible. From international brands to local boutiques souvenir shops and specialty stores everything is lined up along the street creating a shopper’s paradise. We ended up
★★★
East Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is essentially the "Times Square" of Shanghai. It’s a place you have to see at least once for the neon lights and the scale of it all, but it can be quite an overwhelming experience depending on what you’re looking for.
The Atmosphere at Night: This is when the street really comes to life. The massive LED signs and historical European-style buildings are beautifully lit up, making it a great spot for photography.
Shopping Variety: You’ll find everything from massive flagship stores like M&M's World, Nike, and Lego to traditional Chinese department stores s
★★★★★
Although it was a short journey and I have very busy plans but especially came here on one friend recommendation. I was not regretful at all.
The night life was so amazing, lively and full of surprises and excitement.
Shopping, activities and witnessing the feelings which cannot be described in words.
I would recommend if you really want to experience great time in short trip, don’t waste your time in shopping but rather plan the spots and roam around to get out most of this place. This place is surrounded by many historical and famous iconic buildings and places
★★★★★
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is always busy, and it gets absolutely packed in the evening. There are so many people that police and security officers are constantly directing the crowds to keep everything moving safely. The area is filled with countless restaurants, cafés, shopping malls, and luxury stores, making it a great place for both shopping and dining. It's also the main route to The Bund, so it's an ideal place to include in your itinerary.
★★★★★
Start with a slow stroll from the beginning of the walking street until The Bund, preferably at late afternoon in order to be at The Bund near sunset. After sunset at The Bund, return to the starting point of the walking street to have the different perspective of night time atmosphere.
Clean, tidy & safe street.
Many shops, restaurants, cafes, kiosks & activities along the 2-way.