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China Maritime Museum
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China Maritime Museum

中国航海博物馆

Shanghai, Pudong·31.2317°N, 121.5026°E
Ticket Price
Free admission
Duration
Half day

About China Maritime Museum

China's largest maritime museum, located in the Lingang area of Pudong. Full-size replicas of historic ships, navigation instruments, and exhibits on shipbuilding and ocean exploration fill galleries arranged around a central vessel hall.

Highlights

• China's largest maritime museum with full-size ship replicas. • Navigation, shipbuilding, and ocean-exploration exhibits. • Located in Lingang, Pudong.

Suggested Route

Start with the central ship hall, then themed galleries; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

Cafe and vending on-site; Lingang dining malls a short drive away.

Facilities

Restrooms
Travel Tips

Allow 2-3 hours minimum. Audio guides available in English. Check for special exhibitions.

📅 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

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

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Opening Hours

09:00-16:30 (closed Mondays)

Getting There

Metro Line 16 to Dishui Lake then bus 1093/Free-Trade-Zone Loop Line to museum; nearest HSR: Shanghai Hongqiao ~70 km; PVG ~40 km.

Reservation

Free admission; advance reservation via official platform/WeChat advised.

Ticket Price

Free admission

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
中国航海博物馆

31.2317, 121.5026

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