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Paotaiwan Park (Shanghai)
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Paotaiwan Park (Shanghai)

上海炮台湾景区

Shanghai, Baoshan·25.2131°N, 102.8597°E
Ticket Price
CNY 60 (peak season), CNY 40 (off-season)
Duration
4-5 hours

About Paotaiwan Park (Shanghai)

A riverside wetland park at the mouth of the Yangtze in Baoshan, named for the artillery battery once stationed here. Ruins of the coastal fort, a science museum, and birdwatching boardwalks overlook the great river.

Highlights

• Riverside wetland park at the Yangtze estuary in Baoshan. • Former coastal fort ruins and a science museum. • Bird watching and river views.

Suggested Route

Walk the riverside boardwalk, see the fort remains, visit the museum; allow 2 h.

Food & Lodging

Snack kiosks on-site; Baoshan seafood restaurants nearby.

Facilities

Restrooms
Travel Tips

Best visited in morning for fewer crowds. Bring snacks as food options may be limited inside.

📅 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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Opening Hours

08:00-17:00 (last entry 16:00)

Getting There

Metro Line 3 to Shuichan Road then walk/bus; nearest HSR: Shanghai Hongqiao ~25 km; PVG ~45 km.

Reservation

On-site ticketing (CNY 10); advance booking not required.

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (≈ $8.3) (peak season), CNY 40 (≈ $5.6) (off-season)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
上海炮台湾景区

25.2131, 102.8597

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