Overview
M50 Art District, officially known as 50 Moganshan Road, grew out of a 1930s textile mill (Xinhe Textile Factory) repurposed by artists as studios in the early 2000s, forming a contemporary art hub along Suzhou Creek. Over 100 galleries, artist studios, and design shops occupy the red-brick factory buildings, and the large-scale graffiti covering the outdoor walls make it one of Shanghai's top photo spots. Entering and strolling the district is free, and most individual gallery exhibitions are free as well. A 10-minute walk from Jiangning Road Station (Metro Line 13).
Opening Hours
District open 08:00-22:00; galleries 11:00-18:00 (many closed Mondays).
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Most galleries open after 11 AM and close by 5-6 PM. Many are closed on Mondays, so a weekday afternoon visit is most relaxed.
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Attractions near M50 Art District
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Jing'an Temple
A 1,700-year-old temple standing incongruously amid a forest of skyscrapers.
📍 2.8km away
Yu Garden
A classical Ming-dynasty garden tucked in the heart of downtown Shanghai.
📍 4.5km away
Things to Do in Shanghai
Huangpu River Night Cruise
A 50-minute cruise on the Huangpu River between the Bund and Pudong, with sweeping night views of both banks. Standard fare about CNY 120
Pudong Maglev Train Ride
Ride the Maglev train from Pudong Airport to Longyang Road Station at 431 km/h — covering the distance in just 8 minutes. The world's fastest commercial train. One-way CNY 50
Bund Night Walk
Stroll the Bund promenade and admire the magical night views on both sides of the Huangpu River. Night lighting on 18:30-22:00. Free