Sightseeing Cruises

Huangpu River Cruise + City Sightseeing Bus 1-Day Pass

Shanghai skyline with Shanghai Tower and Oriental Pearl Tower at sunset.

Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai's Pudong district with city skyline at dusk.

Night view of the illuminated Bund skyline along the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China.

Traditional-style cruise ship illuminated on the Huangpu River, Shanghai skyline in background.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

See Shanghai from the river and road in one ticket, with nighttime skyline views from the water and a full day of city sightseeing by bus at your pace.

Check in on site with your booking, board the river boat at boarding time, then present your voucher to activate the 1-day city bus pass.

Your ticket includes a river cruise with 3rd-floor open-deck access and audio commentary, plus a 1-day Shanghai City Sightseeing Bus pass.

Skip juggling separate tickets and schedules by booking both experiences together, simplifying your planning and keeping transport costs clear.

Huangpu River cruise with access to the 3rd-floor open deck

Shanghai City Sightseeing Bus 1-day pass

Audio commentary or broadcast on the ship

Access to restrooms on board and at the terminal

Access to vending machines at the terminal

Paid parking available at the terminal

Access to VIP lounge or upper deck seating (additional 100 RMB charge or VIP ticket required)

Food and drinks

Personal expenses

Transportation to and from the pier

Parking fees

Tickets purchased from scalpers or unofficial sources (not valid)

Children's tickets (children under 1.3m free, 1.3-1.5m half price, must be purchased on-site)

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Explore Shanghai by land and water with a Huangpu River cruise plus Shanghai City Sightseeing Bus 1-day pass combo.

Getting started

Arrive at an official Huangpu River pier and exchange your voucher for a Huangpu River cruise ticket with 3rd-floor open-deck access. Clear the two ticket checkpoints, then move quickly toward the boarding area as directed. After your cruise, use your Shanghai City Sightseeing Bus 1-day pass on the designated city routes at your own pace.

What to expect

See Shanghai from both the water and the road with a Huangpu River cruise and a 1-day sightseeing bus pass. Sail past the Bund and Pudong's iconic skyline, then explore the city at your own pace by bus. For the best views and photos during your cruise, head to the standing-only open deck on the 3rd floor.

Features

Open-deck skyline views: Access the 3rd floor open deck for unobstructed views of the Bund, Pudong skyline, and waterfront landmarks.

Onboard commentary: Follow audio commentary and broadcasts that introduce key sights along the cruise route.

Convenient facilities: Use onboard and terminal restrooms before, during, or after your cruise.

Refreshments available: Purchase snacks and drinks from vending machines at the terminal.

Optional parking: Take advantage of paid parking at the terminal if you're arriving by car.

1-day sightseeing bus pass: Explore Shanghai's major districts with unlimited access to participating sightseeing buses for one day.

Flexible city exploration: Hop on and off across the city and create your own sightseeing itinerary.

Cruise and city convenience: Return to the terminal throughout the day to access facilities, refreshments, and parking as needed.

Wrapping up

At the end of your chosen bus route, your experience simply concludes wherever you decide to hop off for the last time, and from there you can continue exploring on foot, call a taxi, or use local public transport according to your plans.

What to bring

ID requirement: Bring a valid ID or a photo of it for ticket exchange at the pier.

Extra layer: Bring a light jacket for the night cruise, as it can be windy on deck.

Footwear: Wear comfortable shoes so you can move quickly after the ticket check.

Photography gear: Bring a wide-angle lens if you want to capture skyline panoramas.

What’s not allowed

Scalper tickets: Do not buy from scalpers; tickets from unofficial sources are not valid.

Additional information

Child pricing: Children under 1.3m cruise free; 1.3–1.5m enjoy half price, paid on-site only.

Arrival time: Arrive at the pier and join the queue at least 20 minutes before boarding.

Boarding checks: Expect two checkpoints before boarding the cruise ship.

Deck options: The 3rd-floor open deck has the best views but is standing room only.

Seating upgrade: Seats in enclosed areas require an extra charge paid on board.

VIP lounge: VIP or upper deck lounge access requires an additional 100 RMB.

Night views: Plan your night cruise between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM for full illumination.

Official wharfs: Only purchase or redeem tickets at Shiliupu, Jinling East Road, or Longhua Wharf.

Parking: Parking at the Bund is limited, but nearby mall parking is available for a fee.

Transport advice: Use public transport to reach the Bund area for the cruise and bus.

Combo note: Your ticket includes a Shanghai City Sightseeing Bus 1-day pass and a standard cruise deck ticket.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.