Memorial Hall of the Site of the 1st, 2nd & 4th National Congress of the CPC

中国共产党一大•二大•四大纪念馆景区

Shanghai, Shanghai★ 4.7Designated 2021·31.2308°N, 121.2809°E

Ticket Price

Free

Duration

2 to 3 hours

Rating

4.7 / 5.0

Designated

2021

About Memorial Hall of the Site of the 1st, 2nd & 4th National Congress of the CPC

This memorial complex in Shanghai preserves the sites where the Communist Party of China held its First, Second and Fourth National Congresses in the 1920s. Restored period buildings and immersive exhibits trace the party's founding years in the city.

Highlights

Site of the 1st CPC National Congress (Huangpi Rd) with 'The Great Beginning' exhibit; 2nd Congress site (Shikumen, seven 'firsts'); 4th Congress memorial (Sichuan Rd N. park); historical relics and documents

Suggested Route

Visit the three memorials across Huangpu, Jing'an and Hongkou districts (each ~1-1.5 h); allow a full day if doing all three

Food & Lodging

Free entry; many Shanghai eateries (xiao long bao, benbang dishes) nearby; stay in city hotels

Facilities

Free but reservation required via WeChat; metro access, restrooms, no pets; closed on Mondays

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.