Shanghai Tower

The tallest building in China and the second tallest in the world, Shanghai Tower stands as a magnificent symbol of modern Shanghai's architectural innovation and economic prowess

Shanghai Tower

Key Information

Height

632 meters

Floors

128 floors above ground

Construction Period

2008-2015

Architect

Gensler

Elevator Speed

20.5 m/s

Observation Deck

118th floor

Rising 632 meters above the Huangpu River, Shanghai Tower is an engineering marvel that redefines the city's skyline. This 128-story skyscraper features a unique spiral design that reduces wind loads by 24%, making it one of the most environmentally advanced supertall buildings globally. The tower's nine vertical zones include offices, luxury hotels, retail spaces, and cultural venues, all connected by the world's fastest elevators traveling at 20.5 meters per second. The observation deck on the 118th floor offers breathtaking 360-degree views of Shanghai, while the building's double-skin facade provides exceptional energy efficiency. As a testament to sustainable design, Shanghai Tower incorporates wind turbines, rainwater collection systems, and sky gardens that create a vertical ecological community in the heart of China's financial capital.

Things to Do

  • Visit the observation deck on 118th floor for panoramic city views
  • Experience the world's fastest elevators with multimedia displays
  • Explore the vertical gardens and sustainable design features
  • Enjoy fine dining at the luxury restaurants with skyline views
  • Shop at the exclusive retail spaces within the tower
  • Learn about the building's innovative engineering at the exhibition center
  • Capture stunning photographs of the spiral architecture from different angles
  • Attend cultural events and exhibitions in the tower's public spaces