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Fuxing Park
Fuxing Park is one of the most popular parks in Shanghai because it offers a welcoming break from the city’s crowded streets. Bring the kids and check out the park’s playground and amusement park or relax on a bench and watch older residents practicing ballroom dancing.
Originally designed during the Ming dynasty as part of a private estate, this space later became a public park open exclusively for the city’s French residents. The French added classical European-style elements, which still define the space today. Note how the wide paths and well-manicured flower beds are reminiscent of a Parisian park.
Watch locals play chess and practice tai chi and ballroom dance. The park is home to over 140 different species of trees, including maples, wutongs, sycamores and buckeyes, which provide pleasant shade as you stroll.
In the northwest corner of the park, look for the bronze statue of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, the co-authors of The Communist Manifesto. Standing 21 feet (6.4 meters) high, the statue was erected in the 1980s to honor the 90th anniversary of Engels’ death.
Be sure to check out the park’s Mattress Flowerbed, which is landscaped differently depending on the season. Admire the pretty fountain at its center. You can also walk through the rose garden found toward the east end of the park and bring a picnic to enjoy on the lawn.
Try bubble romping at the pond. This involves rolling across the water in an inflatable bubble similar to an enormous hamster wheel. For something more laid-back, simply sit on a bench and watch fishermen waiting patiently for a catch.
Let the kids burn off energy in the park’s compact children’s playground area, which includes a carousel and bumper cars. If you visit on a weekend or holiday, pay a small fee to participate in additional family-friendly art projects and activities that take place.
Fuxing Park is open daily until sundown and admission is free. It is located in Shanghai's former French Concession area. Reach the park by taking the subway to South Shaanxi Road or Xintiandi stations.
Make the most of your visit to Fuxing Park. Here's a list of the best activities:
Half-Day "Shanghai Morning Discovery" Private Bike Tour is one of the best experiences on offer here.
Take a look at our Shanghai things to do page to find many more activities while you're here.
Guide to Exploring around Fuxing Park
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Oct 20 - Oct 21
Shanghai Marriott Hotel City Centre
555 Middle Xizang Road, (Close to Nanjing), Huangpu District, Shanghai, ShanghaiLocated in Downtown Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nanjing Road Shopping District, People's Square, and The Bund. People's Square Station is only a 5-minute walk and Dashijie Station is 13 minutes.
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Nov 17 - Nov 18
The Langham, Shanghai, Xintiandi
No.99 Madang Road, Luwan District, Shanghai, ShanghaiLocated in Downtown Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Former French Concession, People's Square, and Shanghai Museum. Xintiandi Style Shoppping Centre and Yu Garden are also within 2 mi (3 km). South Huangpi Road Station is only a 4-minute walk and Xintiandi Station is 7 minutes.
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Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
88 Nanjing West Road, Shanghai, ShanghaiLocated in Downtown Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum, Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center, and Brilliance Shimao International Plaza. Nanjing Road Shopping District and Shanghai Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). People's Square Station is only a 3-minute walk and Xinzha Road Station is 13 minutes.
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Oct 20 - Oct 21
Jin Jiang Hotel Shanghai
No. 59 Mao Ming Road ( S ), Shanghai, ShanghaiLocated in Downtown Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Huai Hai Road Shopping District and Former French Concession. Jing'an Temple and Shanghai Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). South Shaanxi Road Station is only a 4-minute walk and Changshu Road Station is 15 minutes.
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Okura Garden Hotel Shanghai
58 Mao Ming Nan Road, Shanghai, ShanghaiLocated in the heart of Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Shanghai International Trade Plaza and Former French Concession. Jing'an Temple and People's Square are also within 2 mi (3 km). South Shaanxi Road Station is only a 5-minute walk and West Nanjing Road Station is 15 minutes.
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Grand Central Hotel Shanghai
505 Jiujiang Road, Shanghai, ShanghaiLocated in Downtown Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Nanjing Road Shopping District and Old Chinese City. The Bund and Shanghai Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). East Nanjing Road Station is 7 minutes by foot and Yuyuan Garden Station is 7 minutes.
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Four Seasons Hotel Shanghai
500 Weihai Road, Shanghai, ShanghaiLocated in Downtown Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Jing'an Temple, Former French Concession, and People's Square. Shanghai Museum and Jade Buddha Temple are also within 2 mi (3 km). West Nanjing Road Station is 7 minutes by foot and South Huangpi Road Station is 15 minutes.
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Andaz Xintiandi Shanghai - a concept by Hyatt
88 Songshan Road, Shanghai, ShanghaiLocated in Downtown Shanghai, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Huai Hai Road Shopping District, Xintiandi Style Shoppping Centre, and Former French Concession. Shanghai Museum and People's Square are also within 15 minutes. Laoximen Station is only a 5-minute walk and Xintiandi Station is 10 minutes.