Donglin Temple (Shanghai)
上海东林寺景区
About Donglin Temple (Shanghai)
Highlights
Suggested Route
Food & Lodging
Facilities
Dress modestly. Be quiet inside temple halls. Do not point at Buddha statues. Incense is available on-site.
📅 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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06:00-18:00 (summer), 07:00-17:00 (winter)
Metro Line 1 to Jinjiang Park then Lianzhu express to Zhujing; nearest HSR: Shanghai Hongqiao ~55 km; PVG ~75 km.
On-site ticketing; advance booking not required.
CNY 80 (≈ $11) (peak season), CNY 40 (≈ $5.6) (off-season)
31.2709, 121.5418
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
