Xintiandi

About

Xintiandi is a premier lifestyle destination that pioneered the 'Shikumen' (stone gate) revitalization trend. It consists of traditional 19th-century gray-brick houses that have been converted into high-end restaurants and luxury boutiques. The area is historically significant as it houses the Site of the First National Congress of the CPC. The atmosphere is chic and international, making it a favorite for outdoor dining and people-watching. Expert recommendation: Visit the Shikumen Open House Museum to see how a middle-class Shanghai family lived in the 1920s. Pro tip: It is a great spot for nightlife, but prices are higher than elsewhere; come here for the atmosphere and stay for a drink at one of the craft breweries. The area is particularly festive during the Christmas and New Year seasons.

Highlights

• Restored shikumen architecture
• Upscale dining and nightlife
• Fashionable pedestrian streets
• Modern meets historic Shanghai

Amenities

Why go

• Visit Xintiandi to experience restored shikumen architecture.
• Spend time on upscale dining and nightlife rather than treating it as a quick photo stop.
• The experience is rounded out by fashionable pedestrian streets.

Know before you go

• Allow about 120m 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

• Plan this stop for the evening when its atmosphere is usually strongest.
• 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.