Tales and Trails: A city walk through Shanghai’s past and future

Under Shanghai’s 90-year-old plane trees, old tales meet fresh vibes. Join host Erik Nilsson on this cross-district city walk.

Start your walk in the Hengshan Road-Fuxing Road Historical and Cultural Block to feel the city’s living pulse. Capture the iconic Wukang Building at the five-way junction, where retro charm meets distant skyscrapers. Along Huaihai Middle Road, find historic theatres and classic hotels sitting right next to trendy boutiques. Stroll the quiet lanes of Sinan Mansions, and in no time you’ll find yourself among lively youth hangouts.

Moving onward to Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street, browse time-honored shops and try robot-made coffee. Stop at Weixiangzhai for creamy sesame noodles, beef soup and a crispy pork cutlet—classic, authentic Shanghai bites. Finish your walk at the Bund, where the Huangpu River separates historic architecture from Pudong’s futuristic skyline. Slow down and discover hidden corners. Shanghai thrives where calm and bustle, heritage and modernity shine together.