People’s Square

Why go

The broad open space occupies part of a former racecourse, a major change in how central Shanghai used its land. The Shanghai Grand Theatre and Shanghai Museum frame the square with cultural architecture. People’s Park adds greenery, while Nanjing Road connects the civic center to the shopping streets.

What to look for

• Shanghai Grand Theatre’s sweeping roof stands beside the civic square.
• Shanghai Museum frames the public space with another cultural landmark.
• People’s Park occupies part of the former racecourse grounds.

Useful to know

• Combine the square with People’s Park and nearby Nanjing Road on foot.
• Select a museum or theatre visit separately; crossing the square does not include entry to its cultural venues.

Your next visit

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