Shanghai Tower Observation Deck
7.2Friend Score / 10#8 of 9 Attractions in Shanghai
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At 632 meters, Shanghai Tower is the world's second-tallest building, and its observation deck on the 118th floor delivers a vertiginous, cloud-level view of the entire city that no photograph adequately captures. The spiraling glass curtain wall design means you're looking down at neighboring skyscrapers — including the Jin Mao and World Financial Center — which is a genuinely surreal experience. Book tickets online in advance to skip queues, and choose a clear day; smoggy or overcast visits are a significant disappointment. Prices are steep but the engineering spectacle of the building itself is part of the attraction.
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| Price | $$$ |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.2/10- Value6.5
- iconic7.5
- excellence9.0
- Crowd level7.5
- Authenticity5.5
- Accessibility8.5
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