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Shanghai Museum of Glass
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Shanghai Museum of Glass

上海玻璃博物馆

Shanghai, Baoshan·25.1324°N, 102.8990°E
Ticket Price
CNY 50, students CNY 25, free on specific days
Duration
1.5-2 hours

About Shanghai Museum of Glass

A creative museum in a former glass factory in Baoshan, where visitors can watch live glass-blowing demonstrations and wander through a labyrinth of luminous glass art. Hands-on workshops let travelers try glassmaking themselves.

Highlights

• Creative museum in a former glass factory in Baoshan. • Glass-blowing demos, light installations, and a 'Glass Maze'. • Family-friendly DIY workshops.

Suggested Route

Enter the main hall, watch a hot-glass demo, explore the maze; allow 2-3 h.

Food & Lodging

On-site cafe and a design shop; Baoshan restaurants nearby.

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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Opening Hours

08:30-17:00 (Tue-Sun, closed Mon)

Getting There

Metro Line 1 to Tonghe Xincun then bus 726/95, or Line 3 to Changjiang South Rd then bus; nearest HSR: Shanghai Hongqiao ~20 km; PVG ~40 km.

Reservation

Advance booking via official WeChat/platform advised; on-site tickets available.

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (≈ $7.0), students CNY 25 (≈ $3.5), free on specific days

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
上海玻璃博物馆

25.1324, 102.8990

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