Jin Mao Tower

About

The Jin Mao Tower is a beautiful fusion of traditional Chinese architecture and modern technology, with its tiered structure inspired by the classic Chinese pagoda. The interior features a breathtaking 31-story atrium, a dizzying spiral of gold and light within the Grand Hyatt Shanghai. For adrenaline seekers, the 'Skywalk' offers a chance to walk on a glass-bottomed outdoor platform without railings while harnessed. It offers a more 'classic' skyscraper feel compared to the newer Shanghai Tower. Expert recommendation: The 88th-floor observation deck provides a perfect eye-level view of the Oriental Pearl Tower. Pro tip: For a more relaxed experience, visit Cloud 9 bar on the 87th floor at night for a spectacular view of the city lights with a cocktail. The building’s proportions are considered a pinnacle of post-modern design.

Highlights

• Stunning Skywalk experience
• Traditional pagoda-inspired design
• Highest post office in China
• Panoramic Lujiazui views

Amenities

Why go

• Visit Jin Mao Tower to experience stunning skywalk experience.
• Spend time on traditional pagoda-inspired design rather than treating it as a quick photo stop.
• The experience is rounded out by highest post office in china.

Know before you go

• Allow about 90m on site, excluding transfers and queues.
• Confirm current opening hours, ticket rules, temporary closures, and entry restrictions before departure.
• Carry the local-language name and address for navigation, taxi, or entrance checks.

Tips

• Arrive before sunset to allow time for access and changing light conditions.
• Group the stop with nearby places to reduce backtracking and keep a realistic transfer buffer.
• Carry water, weather protection, and the local-language place name when conditions require them.