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Shanghai Tickets

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ADDRESS

501 Yin Cheng Zhong Lu, Lujiazui, Pu Dong Xin Qu, Shang Hai Shi, China, 200120

Timings

08:30–21:30

TICKETS

From $14.74

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Did you know?

CTBUH says Shanghai Tower’s twisting form was designed to reduce wind loads by ~24%, a structural change that improves efficiency and comfort in a supertall building.

The visitor attraction is branded “Top of Shanghai,” and operator listings commonly place the main deck around level 118 rather than at the absolute top of the tower.

The observation experience is mainly indoors; the research found no widely promoted open-air terrace, which helps explain frequent complaints about glass reflections in photos.

What's inside Shanghai Tower

Observation Deck (118th Floor)

Floor-to-ceiling glass walls at 546 m offer sweeping views over Shanghai, the Huangpu River, and landmarks like Oriental Pearl Tower.

High-speed elevators

Among the world’s fastest elevators, traveling about 20.5 m/s and reaching the observation deck in ~55 seconds.

Sky Café

A casual café near the observation deck where visitors can enjoy drinks and light snacks with skyline views.

Interactive exhibits

Displays explaining the design, construction, and sustainability features of Shanghai Tower.

Souvenir shops

Gift shops near the observation level selling skyline-themed souvenirs, postcards, and Shanghai Tower memorabilia.

Multimedia display areas:

Digital screens and models showing the tower’s engineering, height comparison with global skyscrapers, and city skyline evolution.

Brief history of Shanghai Tower

The concept for Shanghai Tower emerged in the early 2000s as part of the development of Shanghai’s Lujiazui financial district. The goal was to create a super-tall skyscraper that would stand alongside Jin Mao Tower and Shanghai World Financial Center, forming a trio of iconic landmarks.

Construction began in 2008 and quickly became one of the most ambitious architectural projects in China. The building reached its full structural height in 2013, and the exterior façade was completed shortly afterward. After extensive testing and interior work, the tower officially opened to the public in 2016.

At 632 meters, Shanghai Tower became the tallest building in China and one of the tallest structures on Earth. Its innovative design, energy-efficient systems, and vertical city concept make it a landmark not only for Shanghai but for modern skyscraper architecture worldwide.

Who built Shanghai Tower?

Shanghai Tower was designed by the international architecture firm Gensler, led by architect Jun Xia. The project involved collaboration between Chinese engineering companies and global consultants. The design team envisioned the building as a “vertical city” with mixed-use spaces stacked in zones throughout the tower.

Architecture of Shanghai Tower

The tower features a twisting glass façade that rotates about 120°, reducing wind pressure and improving stability. Its double-skin façade increases energy efficiency, while the interior is divided into nine vertical zones with offices, retail, and sky gardens. Wind turbines and rainwater systems support the tower’s sustainable design in Shanghai.

Frequently asked questions about Shanghai Tower

Shanghai Tower stands at 632 meters (2,073 feet) tall, making it the tallest building in China and the third-tallest building in the world.