So Close, So Beautiful: For Weekend, Just Head to Jinhai Time:2026-05-23
When the treasures of the Qianlong court meet a vision of the future, when literary heritage brushes against the easy luxury of slow living, Jinhai Subdistrict folds culture, art, technology, and poetry into a two-day, one-night escape. The "Qianlai Fengxian" series opens in style: tour national treasures, explore science fiction, savor fine food, soak in hot springs, and take in art, all to immerse yourself in the romance and depth of southern Shanghai.
DAY1
Blossoms and Lakelight · The Tech-Luxe Route
Morning | Fengxian Museum
"Qianlai Fengxian," a Date with Qianlong
The headline stop is "Splendor in Treasures: A Special Exhibition of Qianlong-Era Relics from the Palace Museum." As the centerpiece of the "Qianlai Fengxian" series, 121 pieces (sets) of Palace Museum treasures step beyond the vermillion walls, from imperial seals and court robes to porcelain and Western clocks, each one holding the taste and splendor of the Qianlong golden age. Pick up a "Qianlong Journal," collect stamps as you go, unlock the study workshops, and step into the role of a "palace visitor" for the day, getting to know the artistic world of the emperor known as a "stamp fanatic." Admission is free, and the experience is packed with substance.
Exhibition dates: May 18 to November 18, 2026
Address: Special Exhibition Hall, 2F, Building B, Fengxian Museum (333 Hupan Road)
Midday | Fan's Garden (Youth Park location)
Woodland by the Lake, Comfort for the Palate
Beyond the floor-to-ceiling windows lie the lakeside lawn and a view of the water, with the evening breeze carrying the fresh scent of grass and trees. Western cuisine paired with a natural setting melts away the fatigue of a morning at the exhibition, and the lakeshore is just a short walk away, an easy, restful break.
Address: Shanghai Fish Youth Art Park, Fengxian District
Afternoon | WAVING CUBE Science Fiction Hall
Shanghai Fish · Waterside Recreation
Unlocking a Sci-Fi Journey
The WAVING CUBE Science Fiction Hall has teamed up with the Direction Kayak Association to launch a summer-only combo ticket, one pass that unlocks a double experience and also includes all-day admission to the Science Fiction Hall.
After a refreshing time on the water, the same combo ticket takes you straight into the WAVING CUBE, where the high-tech vibe is at full tilt. Dive into highlights such as the Water Drop mirror theater, the giant Three-body warship, interactive challenge missions, AI portrait sessions, and futuristic mirror-AR experiences.
Address: 259 Hupan Road, Fengxian District
Evening | Qiletang Hot Spring
Hot Springs to Heal, Fatigue to Shed
Wrap up the day with a straight shot to Qiletang Hot Spring for a soak. Choose from a range of therapeutic pools, let the warm spring water steep body and mind, and shed every trace of tiredness. There is also a lounge area and a sauna room, where you can sit quietly and rest after your soak, healing and relaxing as you store up energy for the next day.
Address: No. 369, Lane 399, Huti Road, Fengxian District
Overnight | JW Marriott Shanghai Fengxian
Five-Star Luxury, Sleeping by the Lake
Check in at the five-star landmark JW Marriott Shanghai Fengxian, where a front-row lake-view room frames the nighttime scenery of Shanghai Fish the moment you open the window. Luxurious furnishings and attentive service make for a premium getaway. With its full range of amenities, you can stroll along the lakeside at night or quietly admire the moonlight from your room, sleeping soundly through the night and discovering the refined romance of southern Shanghai.
Address: 399 Hupan Road, Fengxian District
DAY2
Cultural Immersion · The Beauty and Trends Route
Morning | Yanzi Academy
The Charm of Virtue, a Cultural Legacy
Step into Yanzi Academy, with its white walls and dark tiles, and take in the depth of "Xian culture" up close. The Chinese garden is elegant and serene, with winding corridors and lush greenery. Stroll through it, dwell on the Confucian heritage, and watch the light and shadow fall across the bluestone paving, and time itself seems to slow. Sit quietly in the tea room over a cup of tea, take in the poetry of mingled book scent and tea fragrance, and unlock a slow, cultured stretch of time.
Address: No. 97, Lane 600, Wangyuan Road, Fengxian District
Midday | JoyFun
Trendy Buzz, Browse, Eat, Unwind
Head to JoyFun, the up-and-coming trend landmark, where shopping, food, and leisure all come together amid a dazzling array of fashionable shops and specialty snacks. Wander the block, pick out the things you love, sample the local flavors, and soak up the lively energy and fashionable feel of neighborhood retail.
Address: Intersection of Jiayuan Road and Guangfeng Road, Fengxian District
Afternoon | CHANDO Future Beauty City
Tech-Powered Beauty, a Trend-Spotting Stop
Round things off at CHANDO Future Beauty City for an immersive collision of technology and beauty. Browse cutting-edge beauty-tech displays, try the latest products hands-on in the interactive zone, feel the appeal of homegrown "China-chic" beauty, and unlock a fresh take on beauty and play.
Address: 2538 Wangyuan Road, Jinhai Subdistrict, Fengxian District