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Shanghai with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Shanghai is fun for families, with Disneyland, acrobatics and towers. Here is how to spend a family trip in the city — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Disneyland
  2. 2Acrobatics show
  3. 3River cruise
  4. 4Oriental Pearl

Disney magic

Spend a day at Shanghai Disneyland.

Watch the acrobats

Be amazed by the ERA circus show.

Cruise and climb

Take a river cruise and the Oriental Pearl tower.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Shanghai — prices per person.

Private Transfer between Shanghai Disneyland and City Hotel
Shanghai
Private Transfer between Shanghai Disneyland and City Hotel
5.0(21)·1 hour
from$35/ person
via Viator
Shanghai Acrobatic Show Ticket with Private Transfer
Shanghai
Shanghai Acrobatic Show Ticket with Private Transfer
5.0(23)·2 hours
from$66/ person
via Viator
3-Hour Shanghai Bund Swift Tour with River Cruise or Skyscraper
Shanghai
3-Hour Shanghai Bund Swift Tour with River Cruise or Skyscraper
5.0(29)·8 hours
from$112/ person
via Viator
Private Transfer between Shanghai Disneyland and City Area
Shanghai
Private Transfer between Shanghai Disneyland and City Area
5.0(10)·1 hour
from$36/ person
via Viator
Zhujiajiao Private Day Tour and Shanghai Acrobatic Show
Shanghai
Zhujiajiao Private Day Tour and Shanghai Acrobatic Show
5.0(13)·8 hours
from$190/ person
via Viator
Private Shanghai Night River Cruise and Hot Pot Dining Experience
Shanghai
Private Shanghai Night River Cruise and Hot Pot Dining Experience
5.0(16)·4 hours
from$168/ person
via Viator
shanghai Disney tour
Shanghai
shanghai Disney tour
4.9(13)·10 hours
from$273/ person
via Viator
Shanghai Acrobatic Show and Late Dim Sum Dinner
Shanghai
Shanghai Acrobatic Show and Late Dim Sum Dinner
5.0(11)·4 hours
from$158/ person
via Viator

Shanghai with kids — FAQ

Is Shanghai good for kids?
Yes — Shanghai Disneyland, the dazzling ERA acrobatics show, the Huangpu River cruise and the Oriental Pearl Tower make Shanghai a fun, exciting destination for children.
What are the best things to do in Shanghai with children?
Top family picks are Shanghai Disneyland, an acrobatics show, a Huangpu River cruise, and the Oriental Pearl or Shanghai Tower viewpoints.
Is Shanghai easy to visit with kids?
Yes — with an excellent metro, family attractions and easy private tours, Shanghai works well with children, though the city is large so plan transport between sights.

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