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Xisha Pearl Lake Tourism Area (Chongming)
5A Tourism Area
Designated 2024

Xisha Pearl Lake Tourism Area (Chongming)

西沙明珠湖景区

Shanghai, Shanghai★ 4.4Designated 2024·31.4780°N, 121.6960°E
Ticket Price
CNY 45
Duration
3 to 4 hours
Rating
4.4 / 5.0
Designated
2024

About Xisha Pearl Lake Tourism Area (Chongming)

A serene lake scenic area in Shanghai, Shanghai, with crystal-clear waters and picturesque lakeside scenery.

Highlights

Mingzhu Lake with 8km ring road and big wild-goose release; Xisha wetland with water forest and sunset tower; fish specimen hall; children's playground; wetland boardwalk and birdwatching

Suggested Route

Entrance -> wetland boardwalk (to bird tower) -> lake cruise -> Xisha sunset tower -> lotus garden -> children's park; 3-6 hours

Food & Lodging

Lake-fish restaurant inside; Chongming local dishes (hairy crab, farm veg) nearby; stay on Chongming island

Facilities

Free entry (reservation in holidays), sightseeing bus (10-30 yuan), parking, restrooms, shops and free WiFi
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: 8:00-18:00; Off-season: 8:30-17:00. Boat tours operate during daylight hours.

Getting There

No metro (Chongming Island); ferry/bus from central Shanghai; ~80 km from Shanghai Pudong Airport.

Reservation

Free entry; real-name online reservation via official WeChat/site (www.mingzhu-xisha.com) required.

Ticket Price

CNY 45 (≈ $6.3)

Address

Shanghai City Chongming District Xibushengtaidao

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
西沙明珠湖景区

上海市崇明区西部生态岛

Shanghai City Chongming District Xibushengtaidao

31.4780, 121.6960

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