Shanghai Natural History Museum, Shanghai

Name: Shanghai Natural History Museum
Address: 260 E Yan'an Rd, Shanghai, 200002, China
Telephone: +86 21 6321 3548

#84 among attractions in Shanghai

Museum, History museum, Science museum

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Shanghai Natural History Museum, Shanghai

Facts and practical information

The Shanghai Natural History Museum is a museum dedicated to natural history in the city of Shanghai. It is one of the largest museums of natural sciences in China. Formerly housed in the Shanghai Cotton Exchange Building, the museum was moved to a purpose-built site in the Jing'an Sculpture Park in 2015. ()

Local name: 上海自然博物馆 Established: 1970 (54 years ago)Coordinates: 31°14'1"N, 121°28'59"E

Address

260 E Yan'an Rd黄埔 (北新桥)Shanghai 200002 China

Contact

+86 21 6321 3548

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Day trips

Shanghai Natural History Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nanjing Road, Yu Garden, Chenxiang Pavilion, Shanghai IFC.

0.6 miNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Nanjing Road, Shanghai
15 min walk • Nanjing Road, often heralded as the premier shopping district in Shanghai, China, is a bustling commercial boulevard that offers an unrivaled retail experience. Stretching over several kilometers, this iconic street is divided into two main sections: Nanjing Road East...
0.5 miSE
Winding, famed classical garden
Yu Garden, Shanghai
12 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Shanghai lies the tranquil oasis of Yu Garden, a verdant emblem of classical Chinese horticulture. Spanning an area of about five acres, this exquisite park was established during the Ming Dynasty, around 1559, and was intended to be...
~1750 ftSE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Chenxiang Pavilion, Shanghai
9 min walk • The Chenxiang Pavilion, an ancient temple located in the bustling city of Shanghai, China, stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and religious history of the region. Nestled in the heart of the city, this pavilion is a serene escape from the urban sprawl...
1.1 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Shanghai IFC, Shanghai
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Pudong's Lujiazui financial district, Shanghai IFC stands as a beacon of modern commerce and luxury lifestyle in Shanghai, China. This colossal shopping centre is part of a multifunctional complex that includes office towers and a luxury hotel...
0.5 miSE
Expansive historic temple complex
City God Temple of Shanghai, Shanghai
13 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Shanghai's old district, the City God Temple, or Chenghuang Miao, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and religious heritage. This historic temple, originally constructed during the Ming Dynasty in 1403, has been a...
0.7 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Business center
Raffles City Shanghai, Shanghai
17 min walk • Raffles City Shanghai is a beacon of modern commerce and lifestyle in the bustling metropolis of Shanghai, China. This expansive shopping center is situated in the heart of the city, melding sleek architecture with an abundance of shopping, dining, and entertainment...
1 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Opera
Shanghai Grand Theatre, Shanghai
25 min walk • Shanghai Grand Theatre is a landmark cultural institution nestled in the heart of Shanghai, China. This prestigious venue, known for its modern architectural design, is a beacon of art and performance in the bustling city.
1 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Super Brand Mall, Shanghai
25 min walk • Super Brand Mall is a major Shanghainese shopping center. Set in the prime location of Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone, Super Brand Mall has views of Shanghai's famous Bund.
~1840 ftSE
Mosque, Sacred and religious sites
Fuyou Road Mosque, Shanghai
9 min walk • The Fuyou Road Mosque, also known as the North Mosque, is a mosque in Huangpu District, Shanghai, China.
1.1 miSW
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
Xintiandi, Shanghai
28 min walk • Xintiandi is an affluent car-free shopping, eating and entertainment district of Shanghai. Xintiandi now refers to the wider area centered around Madang Road which includes both pedestrian-only and motor traffic roads.
0.7 miN
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Rockbund Art Museum, Shanghai
18 min walk • The Rockbund Art Museum is a contemporary art museum in central Shanghai. The museum is on Huqiu Road, in the former Royal Asiatic Society building completed in 1933 near The Bund waterfront.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Shanghai Natural History Museum?

Nearby attractions include Huangpu District, Shanghai (4 min walk), Chenxiang Pavilion, Shanghai (9 min walk), Holy Trinity Church, Shanghai (9 min walk), Fuyou Road Mosque, Shanghai (9 min walk).

How to get to Shanghai Natural History Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shanghai Natural History Museum:

Trolleybus

Middle Henan Road • Lines: 71 (1 min walk)
East Yan'an Road at the Bund • Lines: 71 (6 min walk)

Metro

Yuyuan Garden • Lines: 10, 14 (5 min walk)
East Nanjing Road • Lines: 10, 2 (13 min walk)

Bus

Laobeimen • Lines: 11 (6 min walk)
Xinbeimen • Lines: 11 (7 min walk)