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Shanghai is the most expensive city in China, bar Hong Kong. And as inflation
and the value of the yuan continue to climb, it's only going to become more so.
Whether you're on a budget or just want to save your pennies, make sure you
check out these recommendations.
Cheap Eats
Shanghai's restaurants are in a whole other ballpark when compared to the rest of China -
meal prices here even exceed Beijing's, and to top it off, the portions are smaller! Thank-
fully, you can still eat cheaply if you know where to look. Malls are always a good place to
begin; check the basement or top floors for food courts. Street food is another good bet -
dumpling stalls and noodle shops generally offer the cheapest meals in the city.
More and more restaurants catering to office workers offer good-value weekday lunch
specials: to take advantage, ask for a taocan .
Film Screenings
A handful of bars and cafes around town screen weekly films for free. Check local mags
for the monthly schedule.
Best Museums
Shanghai Museum Simply put, Shanghai's best museum. ( Click here )
Bund History Museum Introduces Bund history through old photographs and maps. (
Click here )
M50 The largest complex of modern-art galleries in Shanghai. ( Click here )
Post Museum Surprisingly interesting, with great views. ( Click here )
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