Shanghai winters are generally unpleasant, with temperatures that are cold enough to cut to the bone, but rarely chilly enough for snow.

Christmas

Not an official Chinese festival, Christmas (Shengdan Jie) is nevertheless a major milestone on the commercial calendar, and Shanghai’s big shopping zones sparkle with decorations and glisten with fake snow.

Longhua Temple Fair
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With Kids

Shanghai isn’t exactly at the top of most kids’ holiday wish list, but the new Disney theme park in Pudong (estimated completion date 2015) will no doubt improve its standing. In the meantime, if you’re passing through the city with children, the following sights will keep the family entertained.

Need to Know

» In general, 1.4m (4ft 7in) is the cut-off height for children’s tickets. Children under 0.8m (2ft 7in) normally get in for free.

» Holidays and weekends see traffic peak, but in China, ‘crowded’ takes on a new meaning. Try to schedule your visits for weekdays if possible.

» For more information on events and activities, grab a copy of That’s Shanghai or City Weekend.

Observation Decks

Zipping to the top of a Pudong skyscraper for a bird’s-eye view of the city is one of Shanghai’s top draws. The Shanghai World Financial Center, Jinmao Tower and Oriental Pearl TV Tower are all good options.

Museums

Shanghai History Museum

Waxworks and interactive exhibits make this museum a fun day out for everyone.

Science & Technology Museum

There are loads of things for kids to explore here, from volcano and space exhibits to sports activities and robots that can solve Rubik’s cubes before your eyes. It also has IMAX and 4D theatres.

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