Overview
Shanghai Zoo spans roughly 74 hectares near Hongqiao Airport, housing over 6,000 animals and plants including giant pandas, golden snub-nosed monkeys, lions, South China tigers, and Bactrian camels. Originally built on a Western-style golf course site in 1954, it offers a pleasant walking environment of broad lawns and mature trees, with a children's zoo section and outdoor circus shows also popular. Adults CNY 40, children (half price) CNY 20, free for seniors 65+. Directly at Shanghai Zoo Station (Metro Line 10). (Prices and hours may change; verify before visiting.)
Opening Hours
08:30-17:30 (March-October, last entry 17:00), 08:00-17:00 (November-February, last entry 16:30).
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Visit the panda enclosure in the morning for the best chance of seeing them active. Plenty of shade makes summer strolls comfortable.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Shanghai, China from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for China on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Shanghai with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Shanghai 한인" before you go.
Attractions near Shanghai Zoo
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Jing'an Temple
A 1,700-year-old temple standing incongruously amid a forest of skyscrapers.
📍 7.4km away
Shanghai Museum
People's Square's flagship museum, renowned for its world-class bronze and ceramics collections.
📍 10.1km away
Yu Garden
A classical Ming-dynasty garden tucked in the heart of downtown Shanghai.
📍 11.5km 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