Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center
A futuristic museum showcasing Shanghais urban development from ancient fishing village to global metropolis

Key Information
Architectural Style
Modernist with traditional Chinese elements
Exhibition Area
Over 20,000 square meters
Scale Model Size
600 square meters at 1:500 scale
Opening Year
2000
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings to avoid crowds
Nearby Attractions
Shanghai Museum, Peoples Square, Nanjing Road
Accessibility
Fully wheelchair accessible with elevators
Audio Guide
Available in multiple languages including English
The Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center is a magnificent architectural marvel that tells the story of Shanghais transformation over centuries. Located in the heart of Peoples Square, this six-story building offers visitors an immersive journey through the citys past, present, and future. The centerpiece is the breathtaking 1:500 scale model of central Shanghai covering over 600 square meters, showing every building, street, and landmark in astonishing detail. Through interactive exhibits, historical photographs, multimedia presentations, and architectural models, visitors can explore how Shanghai evolved from a small fishing village during the Song Dynasty to the Bunds colonial era grandeur, and finally to the modern skyscraper forest of Pudong. The exhibition not only showcases urban planning achievements but also highlights sustainable development, transportation networks, environmental protection, and the vision for Shanghais future growth as a global financial hub.
Things to Do
- Marvel at the massive scale model of central Shanghai covering the entire third floor
- Watch the immersive multimedia show about Shanghais development history
- Explore interactive exhibits about urban transportation and infrastructure
- Visit the rooftop observation deck for panoramic views of Peoples Square
- Study historical photographs and maps showing Shanghais evolution
- Experience virtual reality tours of future urban development projects
- Learn about sustainable city planning and green architecture
- Compare architectural models of iconic Shanghai landmarks
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