The Stage Shanghai Observatory Review 2026: Bund & Oriental Pearl Views

Shanghai The Stage Baiyulan Observation Deck

Shanghai Observation Deck: The Stage

The Bund & Oriental Pearl Tower View ©Text & Photos by Eojjapi

During my last Shanghai trip,

one of the places I was most excited about

was The Stage Observation Deck,

located in the North Bund.

I've also taken a Huangpu River night cruise.

While the Shanghai night view from the boat

was wonderful in its own way,

if I had to choose just one spot for night views + sunset views,

this place definitely left a stronger impression on me.

The Stage in Shanghai is a must-visit because it's an outdoor observation deck

at an approximate height of 320m,

offering breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of Shanghai,

including the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, and even The Bund.

What's more, I loved being able to take photos with the Oriental Pearl Tower in the background.

Let me share my review of Shanghai Baiyulan The Stage Observation Deck,

starting with its operating hours, ticket prices, and how to make a reservation!

1. Must-Visit in Shanghai

The Stage Observation Deck Tickets

A top spot in Shanghai,

The Stage Baiyulan Observation Deck (白玉兰观景台)

is located in Shanghai's North Bund Baiyulan Plaza.

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501 Dongdaming Road, Hongkou District, Shanghai

SMP Shanghai Baiyulan Plaza, LG1

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It's closed on Mondays,

but open on mainland Chinese public holidays.

⏰Shanghai The Stage Operating Hours

✔️September 11th - October 7th

·10:00 AM - 11:00 PM (Last Order 10:30 PM)

✔️October 8th - November 30th

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Last Order 9:30 PM)

The Stage Observation Deck in Shanghai

stands at an approximate height of 320m above ground,

offering 360-degree views of the Shanghai cityscape!

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The Stage ticket prices

vary depending on the time of day:

The Sunset & Night Ticket includes

one signature drink and

a 30 yuan coupon that can be used at The Stage Shop.

If you, like me, want to see both the sunset and night view,

you'll need to book the

Sunset & Night Ticket,

which is available for entry after 4:30 PM, rather than the Day Ticket.

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I wanted to experience both the sunset and night views,

so I booked the Sunset Ticket!

Prices as of September 2026

Depending on the time of day,

the prices vary, so be sure to check both!

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2. How to Get to The Stage and How to Book

I took a Didi taxi.

On Didi,

The Stage

白玉兰观景台 (Magnolia Observatory)

is easy to find by searching for.

If you're using the subway,

get off at International Cruise Terminal Station on Line 12

and take Exit 3.

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Go down to LG1 of SMP Magnolia Plaza,

and you'll find signs making it easy to navigate.

Before my visit,

I purchased my admission ticket through Trip.com,

and there was no need to print or exchange anything!

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After confirming my booking voucher,

I took the elevator up.

3. Review of Oriental Pearl View, Sunset, and Night View

Stepping out of the elevator

and onto the observatory,

it was much more open and expansive than I expected,

so I immediately started taking photos.

Looking towards Pudong,

the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower,

and Jin Mao Tower are all visible at a glance,

Looking the other way,

you can see the Huangpu River and The Bund.

The absolute best thing about The Stage observation deck here is

being able to see the Oriental Pearl TV Tower head-on.

If you go up to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower's observation deck,

you can't actually see the Oriental Pearl TV Tower itself, can you? It's a bit ironic! 😉

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If you want to capture photos with that iconic

Shanghai skyline as your backdrop,

this is absolutely the perfect spot!

Since this place used to be a helicopter landing pad,

the views are incredibly clear and completely unobstructed!

I had so many things I wanted to do that day,

but I rearranged my schedule to align with sunset,

even giving up a few other plans to be here.

And I had absolutely no regrets!

I went with my mom,

and we were both absolutely mesmerized by the view.. ⊹ ෆ ♡

As the sun began to set, the sky

started to transform into a beautiful pink hue,

and seeing the Huangpu River from high up

along with the Shanghai cityscape, was just breathtakingly beautiful.

And once it gets completely dark,

the lights on the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and The Bund

start to twinkle on, one by one.

The atmosphere completely transforms from daytime,

so I stayed to enjoy the night view before heading down.

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Because the sunset and night tickets include a complimentary drink,

I enjoyed a cocktail.

It was perfect for relaxing while enjoying the view,

and it looked great in photos too! 🩵

While the observatory isn't *enormous* in size,

there are surprisingly many spots for photos,

so an hour just flew by!

4. Handy Tips to Know Before You Visit

At The Stage, one of Shanghai's must-visit spots,

they also host short Peking Opera flash performances.

These take place at 5:15 PM, 6:15 PM, and 7:15 PM,

with each performance lasting a short approximately 3 minutes.

If you're going with a sunset ticket,

make sure to check if the times align with your visit!

Also, if you're visiting in winter,

you absolutely must dress warmly.

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Even with the current weather,

it's a good idea to bring a light jacket!

I wanted to enjoy the night view for longer,

but since it's an outdoor high-rise, it gets pretty windy,

so I ended up heading down earlier than planned. ㅠㅠ

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Please note that suitcases or large backpacks

cannot be brought inside the observatory!

Even with a coupon for the souvenir shop,

I didn't find anything particularly worth buying, so I passed!

While it's a bit pricey,

it's definitely worth visiting at least once:

Shanghai The Stage Observation Deck

You can capture an 'insta-worthy' shot with the Oriental Pearl TV Tower in the background,

and take in the panoramic views of Shanghai's Bund and the city skyline.

If you want to fully experience everything from Shanghai's stunning sunset to its glittering nightscape,

you won't regret choosing The Stage!

Try to go around sunset! 🩵

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