Shanghai's largest urban park — 140 hectares of lakes, lawns, and themed gardens in Pudong.
At a glance
- What it is
- Outdoors
- Also known as
- 世纪公园 (Shì Jì Gōng Yuán)
- Opening hours
- 7 AM – 6 PM
- Time needed
- 1-2 hours
- Best time to visit
- Weekend mornings
- Getting there
- Metro to the door
- English
- Some English signage
- Cards accepted
- Cash only
- Entry
- Walk-in — no booking
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
- Address
- 1001 Jinxiu Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai · 浦东新区锦绣路1001号
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Highlights
- Central Lake Pedal Boats (中央湖脚踏船)Rent a pedal boat on the 25-hectare lake
- Japanese Garden (日本园)Peaceful themed garden within the park
- Bird Sanctuary (鸟类保护区)Spot local bird species in a natural setting
- Kite Flying & Picnics (放风筝和野餐)Popular local activity on the vast lawns
- Electric Cart Rental (电瓶车租赁)Convenient way to tour the 140-hectare park
What Chinese travelers actually do here
Distilled from Chinese-language travel notes — the practical tips most English guides miss.
- ▸Use Metro Line 2 to Century Park station, not Shanghai Science and Technology Museum station, to reach the main entrances faster.
- ▸Weekday mornings are calmest; locals pack the lawns for kite-flying and picnics on weekends.
- ▸Rent a pedal boat on the central lake mid-morning before the queues build on warm afternoons.
- ▸The park is huge and flat; if you tire, the rentable electric carts loop the grounds and save a long walk back.
- ▸The Japanese Garden and Bird Sanctuary are tucked away from the main lawns and reward visitors who walk past the entrance crowds.
- ▸Combine the visit with the adjacent Science and Technology Museum, one metro stop away, for an easy half-day pairing.
- ▸Bring your own water and snacks; in-park food options are limited compared with the central French Concession parks.
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Frequently asked questions about Century Park
- Is Century Park worth visiting for tourists?
- It is Shanghai's largest urban park at 140 hectares, but it is more a place to relax than a must-see landmark. If you want lawns, a big central lake with pedal boats, themed gardens, and a break from the city, it is a pleasant half-day. First-time visitors short on time may prefer the more central Fuxing Park, but Century Park suits families and slow travelers.
- How do I get to Century Park and is there an entrance fee?
- Take Metro Line 2 directly to Century Park station; the entrances are a short walk away. There is a small entry fee of around 10 RMB, cash only, so bring small notes. The park opens early in the morning and closes in the early evening, so plan a daytime visit rather than an after-dark one.
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