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Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2010

Shanghai Science and Technology Museum

上海科技馆

Shanghai, Shanghai4.7Designated 2010·31.3432°N, 121.4027°E
Ticket Price
CNY 45
Duration
3 to 5 hours
Rating
4.7 / 5.0
Designated
2010

About Shanghai Science and Technology Museum

Shanghai Science and Technology Museum is one of the city's largest hands-on science centers, with interactive galleries on space travel, robotics, biodiversity and everyday physics. Its dinosaur halls and robot demonstrations draw crowds of families and school groups.

Highlights

Ten permanent galleries after the 2026 reopening (Rainforest, Smart Light, Material Cube, Flight, Future Traveler, etc.); three cinemas (IMAX dome, dome, 4D); themed restaurants and shops

Suggested Route

Explore the ten galleries and cinemas at your own pace; 4-6 hours; 'One-Meter World' for kids and the classic 'Wisdom Light' interactive zone

Food & Lodging

On-site themed restaurant and cafe; stay in Pudong (Century Park/Expo) hotels

Facilities

Metro Line 2 (Sci-Tech Museum station), ticketed entry, elevators, wheelchair access, restrooms, luggage storage and cafes
Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-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

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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Opening Hours

Peak season (April-October): 8:00-17:30; Off-season: 8:30-17:00.

Getting There

Metro Lines 2 to Shanghai Science and Technology Museum Station; ~25 km from Shanghai Hongqiao HSR Station; ~45 km from Pudong Airport.

Reservation

Advance online reservation required via official WeChat (timed entry); currently under renovation—verify reopening.

Ticket Price

CNY 45 (≈ $6.3)

Address

Shanghai City Pudongxin District Shiji Avenue No. 2000

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
上海科技馆

上海市浦东新区世纪大道2000号

Shanghai City Pudongxin District Shiji Avenue No. 2000

31.3432, 121.4027

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