Shanghai Disneyland, the only Disneyland in the Chinese mainland, has welcomed visitors all over the world since its 2016 opening. Opens all year round, from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM. During holidays or seasonal events, Shanghai Disneyland may extend its opening hours! In this guide, you'll find the most popular facilities, the best time to visit, and pro tips to enjoy Shanghai Disneyland like you never have.
Actually, Shanghai Disneyland dazzles all year round, but the weather in Shanghai can be dramatic. Before visiting, check this table to decide the most suitable season to travel:
Season
Temperature (°F)
Average Rainy Days (Month)
Suggested Entertainment
Spring (March-May)
50-73°F
~9 days
Watch parades under blossoms; Meet and greet with the costumed characters
Summer (June-August)
73-90°F
11-13 days
Enjoy summer special events with the most popular characters; also, the best time to enjoy water attractions
Autumn (September-November)
57-81°F
5-7 days
Strolling around the park or enjoying outdoor attractions in mild, sunny Autumn in Shanghai
Winter (December-February)
34-50°F
7-9 days
New Year's Eve fireworks and winter decorations in December
These are recommended transportation options and detailed transportation steps to reach Shanghai Disneyland:
Options
Steps
Metro
Shanghai Disneyland is the last stop of Metro Line 11. Exit from Gates 1 or 4 when you arrive, then follow the "To Disneyland" sign. After a 5-10-minute walk, you'll reach the park gate.
Car
Get off at the P6 parking lot. Then take a 700-meter walk to the park’s west entrance.
Bus
Take Pudong Bus Lines 50, 51, or 52.
Taxi
Get off at the West Bus Hub and walk to the park's main entrance.
Choosing Your Transport to Shanghai Disneyland:
Metro: convenient& cheap, Metro Line 11 runs regularly from 7:08 AM to 11:39 PM, and it’ll drop you steps away from the Shanghai Disneyland!
Car: flexible schedule& direct access to the resort. Park your car at the Disney Car & Coach Park for a flat fee.
Bus: relaxing choice, Pudong Bus Lines 50, 51, and 52 take you straight to the resort, followed by a short walk or shuttle to the main attractions.
Taxi: more privacy and comfort, a taxi can head straight to the West Public Transportation Hub at the Shanghai Disneyland resort.
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What Real Customers Are Saying about Shanghai Disneyland
4.7/5
44247 reviews
Trip.com user
Gold
5/5
This place is definitely worth a visit, even if you don't like rides. I don't like rides, but even I was very captivated. At the beginning, you find yourself in a fairytale atmosphere, it really is. Fabulous music, a beautiful atmosphere, and a huge crowd))). We were there on Friday, July 3rd, and it was raining cats and dogs. We got soaked through twice, but that didn't stop us, although an umbrella didn't help at all. It's better to take waterproof shoes or flip-flops. We decided not to go in the morning, as we know there are a lot of people in the morning. We went around 1:30 PM for lunch. The wait for the rides was up to 150 minutes. We managed to do three rides in three hours on the fast track. But because of the rain, many people started leaving after 7 PM, and after 8 PM, the wait for some rides was from 5 to 20 minutes. The evening show was at 9:15 PM; it was cool, but without drones. In Hong Kong, the show was even better, in my opinion. Otherwise, you don't even notice how time flies. After the first day, you really want to go to the second one; it's so addictive.
Trip.com user
Platinum
5/5
I highly recommend Disneyland as well—you definitely need to try it at least once.
Trip.com user
Platinum
4/5
I liked it alot
Trip.com user
Platinum
5/5
Everyone should visit here, regardless of age!!!
Trip.com user
Diamond
5/5
If my husband and I were traveling alone, we would never have gone to Disneyland, assuming it was for kids. But we were sorely mistaken – Disneyland is for everyone!!! We relived our childhood for a day and felt so young.))) All the reviews recommend visiting on a weekday, but that wasn't our option. We went on a Saturday. Yes, there were a lot of people, but I have nothing to compare it to. We had to stand for 60-90 minutes to see all the coolest performances and rides, our legs were sore from exhaustion. But after the rides, everything was instantly forgotten, and we were overwhelmed with emotion. The only thing we couldn't wait for was the fireworks display, as we arrived just before they opened and it rained most of the day, leaving us very wet and tired. A must-see in Shanghai.
The Enchanted Storybook Castle is representing all of the Disney Princesses, including Anna and Elsa from Frozen, in contrast to previous castles.
When did Shanghai Disneyland open?
June 16, 2016.
How big is Shanghai Disneyland?
The park covers an area of 3.9 square kilometres (1.5 sq mi).
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