The Bund is one of the best spots to allow you to catch the mesmerizing evening views of Shanghai. People flock here in the evening for the glimpse of the surreal neons and lights exuded from futuristic skyscrapers on the east side of Huangpu River and the concession-era art-deco buildings on the west side of the elevated Bund.
The best time to view the Bund and Pudong Skyline is the one hour between from and after the sunset with a backdrop of bluish sky before it is getting completely dark.
After dinner time when it’s getting very dark, the whole Bund will be full of visitors, making you difficult walking through the crowds along the Bund. To beat the crowds, you’d better off getting to the Bund during sunset with still bluish sky and cozy sunset glow over the high-rises on Pudong. So before you go, check out the time for sunset to set your travel plan.
The sun glow will be cast on the skyscrapers which throw their reflections on the surfaces of Huangpu River, creating photogenic moments for visitors. With the fading sun glow comes the neons and flashing lights from the buildings on the both sides of the promenade – the Bund with the sky still bluish, the best moment for the evening view!
The sunset glow sheds its soft and warm lights on the Pudong skyscrapers with their reflections on Huangpu River.
The buildings along the Bund are blanketed by the soft and golden sunset lights.
The buildings from both sides of the Bund blanketed by the soft and golden sunset lights.
The Sunset glow with reflections on the water
The lights turn on both sides of the river.
Night cruise on Huangpu River
The lit lights are turned on the concession-era buildings.
Add-on
How to Visit the Bund in Shanghai
Evening View of the Bund and Pudong Skyline Shanghai
Huangpu River Cruise Ticket Booking
How to Visit Lujiazui in Pudong
Hassle-free Shanghai Guided Tours
If you don’t want to go the do-it-yourself bus route and prefer the hassle-free escorted tours, here are some options for guided tours to Shanghai:
Shanghai Tour
Shanghai Day Tour
Shanghai Multi-Day Tour
Shanghai Evening Tour
Shanghai Cruise Port ( Transfer& Excursions )
Shanghai Beijing Tour
Shanghai Xian Tour
Shanghai Car Rental with Driver
Further Readings
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Top 10 Shopping Malls in Shanghai
Top 10 Things to Do at night in Shanghai
Best Places for Autumn Leaves in Shanghai
Top 10 Things to Do in Winter in Shanghai
Top 10 Souvenirs in Shanghai
Top 10 Photo Spots in Shanghai
10 Non-Touristy Things to Do in Shanghai
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