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Yu Garden

(豫园)

Garden, Park, and Historic and Protected Site

Yùyuán, Huangpu

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Yu Garden

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"famous dumpling and tea house!"(6 Tips)
"It is a real historic gem amid the bustle of Shanghai."(3 Tips)
"look at this garden.Very crowded in the weekends"(19 Tips)
"Xiaolongbao or steamed bun with crab meat and pork stuffing."(4 Tips)

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Epicurean 🗼dventuresAugust 30, 2017
Fancy a glimpse of ancient China? Then come here. It dates back 400 years to Ming Dynasty. Though it's a reconstruction, it's beautifully done. Lots to see, do, & eat. Spare at least 3 hours here.
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Dave McAugust 27, 2018
Yu Garden is one of the hot spots of the tourist trail, see the 9 corner bridge, stand in the giant queue at Nanxiang Mantou to get some Xiao Long Bao soup dumplings - and buy some Coach purses! 🤫
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ianlanlanianNovember 30, 2015
This place lives up to its fame. Come on a weekday morning to avoid the crowds. Lovely gardens worth a stroll, though its actually more buildings than greenery. A real historic gem surrounded by shit.
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Harika BiliciFebruary 6, 2015
Go on a sunny spring day (weekday, and never on a national holiday!) to see it at its best. On a gloomy & crowded day, it's not as beautiful. Old town area with shops is much worthy of seeing.
Frankie J. 😎 GreyJune 10, 2017
One of my favorite place in Shanghai! not only an incredible huge scenic garden but also the entire area, with plenty of shops, restaurants, food stalls and the foodcourt!
Eric KimJanuary 17, 2017
Even though it is a private garden, it is very large. After paying the admission fee, you will be able to see beautiful buildings and unusual garden scenes. If you go to Shanghai, be sure to visit~!
Turkish AirlinesNovember 26, 2015
Lose yourself among ancient surrondings at the Yu Yuan Gardens in Shanghai! Tip: Make sure you have your camera on you as you’ll want to be taking lots of photos.
Susan Hwang NanzerDecember 19, 2016
Great place to go for a piece of the old history frm Qing dynasty. Bad for strollers as the road is uneven. Took the kids and I about 3-4 hours (we took our time) to walk through. Plan on alot walking
Ashi UkNovember 13, 2018
Beautiful place,must have a look at this garden.Very crowded in the weekends,you can do souvenir shopping outside the garden.Evening this place is all lit up!
Andrew CApril 24, 2017
This beautiful garden is nestled into the old town section!!! The place is so expansive and can wander for hours... kind of boring, but actual sculptures and waterfalls and plants are gorgeous!!
Simple DiscoveriesMay 12, 2016
Nice gardens amid the bustle of Shanghai. You'll rub elbows with tourists and locals on your way in and while at the Garden so keep your valuables close.
Jennifer HardiSeptember 12, 2014
Beautiful stunning garden. I was there during spring, definitely must visit this place if you are in Shanghai. The colour of the koi fish are so vibrant too!
Lester AmaraNovember 2, 2018
I love the look of this place at night. You can buy everything touristy here, from Chinese tea to antiques and other souvenirs. Make sure to bargain hard!
T0NSeptember 28, 2013
Be wary of a friendly group of young Chinese usually around the metro.They will ask you to take a picture of them to start conversation and than will lure you to a tea house to pay for a performance.
Alya DanilovaApril 6, 2015
Amazing feeling,tasty snacks,garden is perfect. But too many ppl at weekends and twice price for all stuffs where
BlairSeptember 29, 2012
Fun time turning down the young kids asking us to take their picture and chatting with us to eventually be invited to a Chinese Tea Ceremony. Had my fun with them
LaylaAugust 20, 2019
Tons of small shops and street food vendors around. Very touristy, but still worth seeing if you’re around!
Nick TanDecember 29, 2015
The trick in buying stuff here is to haggle down the price to more than half, then if the vendor doesn't agree with you, start to walk away. The vendor would almost always give in to you!
MK ChanMay 12, 2018
One of most famous must visit place in Shanghai. It is extremely crowded in weekend. U can enjoy local goods shopping and dining as well.
Mj ChowJune 5, 2015
Was da private garden back to 1558 n being renovated n become a great place to visit wif historical buildings n praceful atmosphere.
Tian XieOctober 28, 2017
Beautiful spot and great place to buy souvenirs. Try the unique soup bun.
Samir LDecember 30, 2019
Beautiful traditional Chinese gardens - you can wander here for hours. Surrounding the gardens is a bustling shopping district with lots of street food options and cafes.
Hotel IndigoApril 19, 2013
Small steam buns are a famous local snack of Shanghai. Try the small steam buns available at Yu Garden and experience the real local flavor, which has more than 100 years of history in Shanghai. Read more
Lucy MichaelApril 4, 2013
Stunning detail in the pavilions - use a large depth of field on your camera settings to capture these sharply.
GillFebruary 16, 2013
Cute little tranquil oasis to spend a little time away from the chaos that is in the market surrounding it!
Harumi UOctober 29, 2014
Good size garden with lots of trees, crooked path, famous tea house and lots of souvenir shops - both government owned and not so real stuff. Just enjoy your stroll
Barnabas KegyeMay 21, 2016
Great place. Worth the visit, you can be done in an hour and the Old street shopping mall is right there.
Allen AugustAugust 13, 2015
Xiaolongbao or steamed bun with crab meat and pork stuffing. This place always had line and well worth the wait.
Era FuchikDecember 16, 2016
Google map entrance wrong, look for the little bridge. RMB 30 fee to get in, as everywhere in china, prices in the gift shops are negotiable
DimDecember 23, 2018
Nice place, in the heart of the city, really enjoyed!
Lucy MichaelApril 4, 2013
Favourite place in Shanghai, and less crowded than the gardens of Suzhou. Find a spot by the lake and sit, letting everyone else go by. It will feel peaceful and warm.
ŠKODA AUTO - CAREERApril 29, 2014
A quiet piece of old China in bustling Shanghai. It does absorb a lot of people but still could get a quite crowded. Come in the morning to enjoy its peaceful atmosphere.
Venny F. VenistineMay 4, 2013
So touristy place.... This is the situations in front of Entrace Gate of Yu Garden. So crowded...! Avoid on week end if you willing to visit here..
Sin WeiDecember 26, 2014
Garden with lots of rocks decor; typical Chinese garden; worth to go in and snap photo around. Peak season cny 40; low peak season cny 30
Jeremy Le VanDecember 11, 2011
Super touristy, but the garden can be nice. Get lost on the streets right outside of Yu garden, much more typical.
Maud DENovember 23, 2019
Beautiful and peaceful garden. Cost 40 yuan. You should go there in the morning to avoid too much people.
Andrew BC 翁 ÔNGMarch 28, 2015
Really an awesome park cum garden. Take time to walk around & experienced the Chinese decorated this beautiful garden.
NikkiMay 26, 2015
A beautiful Japanese style garden in the unlikeliest of surroundings. Explore the side streets afterwards for authentic shanghainese life
Nam Nắn NótNovember 2, 2016
Walking Street with alot of food,clothing shop around near Cheng Huang Miao (God of City Temple).Price of course expensive.Should'n buy electric stuff in this area or maybe u will buy a fake stuff
Cerys HearseyOctober 29, 2012
The last hour of the day is marginally quieter than other times, and midweek quieter than weekends - put the two together and you might find a peaceful spot!
The Ritz-CarltonMarch 22, 2017
It is a real historic gem amid the bustle of Shanghai. Come on a weekday morning to avoid the crowds.
Deborah BenmouhaMarch 16, 2019
Beautiful temple! You have to see it by night
Deep BarmanSeptember 20, 2020
Nice long walk with the historic architecture. If u are a foodie don’t miss it
Anthony FigueroaOctober 19, 2018
A must see! The architecture and setting is just so beautiful.
MK ChanMay 13, 2018
Metro line 10 and u can enjoy traditional souvenirs at street. Please watch ur wallet out!
Quentin LafonJuly 25, 2014
Such a peaceful place ! Very beautiful and authentic Chinese garden. It's not free but the visit worth the price !
Adam SnymanDecember 18, 2011
best place for soveniers and cheap shopping in shanghai! has good food stores in the area and a famous dumpling and tea house! a must-see in shanghai!
Shamika HaZiAugust 21, 2014
One the places in Shanghai with great historical value... got so many shops to eat.so famous for historical dumpling shop
Alissa YiOctober 22, 2018
Super pretty area with lots of shops and cheap prices but the garden is expensive
Harika BiliciFebruary 6, 2015
Find Fuyou Rd near the metro exit if you want to buy good silk & cashmere scarves the cheapest. Inside the old town, prices will triple.

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