Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
上海海洋水族馆
About Shanghai Ocean Aquarium
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Indoor lighting is dim; bring a camera with good low-light performance.
📅 Best Time & Crowds
Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (October-November)
🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.
⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.
Location
View on interactive map →Buying tickets as a foreign visitor
• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.
• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.
• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.
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09:00-21:00 (summer), 09:00-17:00 (winter)
Metro Line 2 to Lujiazui (exit 1); nearest HSR: Shanghai Hongqiao ~18 km; PVG ~45 km.
Advance booking via official platform/OTA advised; on-site tickets available.
Free admission
Shanghai City Pudongxin District Lujiazuihuan Road No. 1388
上海市浦东新区陆家嘴环路1388号
Shanghai City Pudongxin District Lujiazuihuan Road No. 1388
31.2211, 121.4920
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
