Shanghai · 上海中心大厦
At a glance
Trip.com / official
Observation deck is a dated ticket product; Trip.com EN + passport is the practical foreigner path vs WeChat-heavy official flows.
Book on Trip.comTrip.com is the primary path for this attraction per our sources. Plain link, no affiliate ID.
Step-by-step booking guide
- 1
Buy a dated observation ticket
Trip.com EN listing for Shanghai Tower; enter passport name exactly.
- 2
Go to Lujiazui
Metro Line 2 Lujiazui.
- 3
Clear security
Same ID as booking.
- 4
Elevator to deck
Follow staff signs.
- 5
Optional sunset slot
Evening tickets cost more and sell faster.
Key pitfalls
- Tower ≠ Oriental Pearl — different tickets.
- Security + passport name match required.
If this doesn’t work
Backup options
Use these only if the recommended path doesn’t work.
Stuck booking? Message me on WhatsApp
Xiaocong, a local in China, replies 9:00–24:00 Beijing time. Send a screenshot of the step you’re stuck on.
Message on WhatsAppCheck before you go
Unverified or may have changed — confirm on the booking channel.
- Booking UI and passport acceptance can change — confirm on the channel before travel.
FAQ
Can foreigners book online?
Yes — Trip.com is the usual English path.
Is Oriental Pearl the same ticket?
No — separate attraction.
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Sources
- trip.combooking/info page · accessed 7 Oct 2026
Last checked 7 Oct 2026