Huangpu River Cruise + Shanghai Tower 118F Observation Deck

What to bring

• ID for boarding: Bring a valid ID or a photo of it to exchange for your cruise ticket.

• Comfortable shoes: Wear comfortable shoes for boarding and moving quickly after ticket check.

• Light jacket: Bring a light jacket, since it can be windy on the river at night.

What’s not allowed

• Pets on cruise: Do not bring pets on the cruise, as it is not pet-friendly unless otherwise stated.

• Scalper tickets: Do not buy tickets from scalpers, and only use official wharfs for purchases.

Additional information

• Age & child pricing: The cruise suits all ages; under 1.3m ride free and 1.3–1.5m pay half price on-site.

• Ticket redemption: You must exchange your booking for a cruise ticket before boarding.

• Boarding time: You should queue at the boarding gate at least 20 minutes before departure.

• Boarding checkpoints: You will pass two checkpoints at the boarding gate when boarding.

• Seating on 3rd floor: General tickets on the 3rd floor are standing only, and seats require an extra 100 RMB.

• Indoor seating views: Indoor seats on the 1st and 2nd floors offer shelter but less optimal views.

• VIP / upper deck: Access to VIP lounge or upper deck seating requires an extra 100 RMB charge.

• Official wharfs: You should only buy tickets at Shiliupu, Jinling East Road, or Longhua Wharf.

• Best cruise time: You get the best night views if you board between 7pm and 8pm.

• Cruise schedule: The cruise follows a fixed schedule, so you must check sailing times in advance.

• Closure days: The cruise closes on some days, so you must confirm operations before visiting.

• Parking at the Bund: Parking near the Bund is limited, so you may need to use nearby mall parking for a fee.

• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.