Shanghai History Museum
7.3Locals Score / 10#8 of 11 Museums in Shanghai
free
Known forhistoryPudongfreefamily-friendly
Located in the base of the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower in Pudong, this museum traces Shanghai's urban history from a fishing village to global metropolis through dioramas, artifacts, and immersive recreations of old street scenes. The 1930s Shanghai street replica is genuinely evocative and popular with locals and visitors alike. The free admission makes it an easy add-on, though weekends can get very crowded.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.3/10- Value9.5
- Iconic6.0
- Excellence7.5
- Crowd level7.0
- Authenticity7.0
- Accessibility8.5
Nearby in Ask Shanghai
- The BundAttraction0.53 km · 7 min walk
- Oriental Pearl TowerAttraction0.54 km · 7 min walk
- LujiazuiNeighborhood0.54 km · 7 min walk
- Ultraviolet by Paul PairetRestaurant0.6 km · 7 min walk
- Hakkasan ShanghaiRestaurant0.65 km · 8 min walk
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