Nestled by Dishui Lake in Pudong, the China Maritime Museum is a grand, family-friendly showcase of China's seafaring history featuring impressive exhibitions and immersive experiences.
"China Maritime Museum A little outside of town, the city of Lingang is the handiwork of German architects GMP and the only city of this scale to be founded in the last century. While the city itself is slightly Stepford-esque, the Maritime Museum has some real heart. A testament to China’s sea-faring vessels, the museum’s structure was designed to emulate a ship’s mast and the arched ceilings lend enough space for the museum to hold a true-to-life ship replica. The beginning of the exhibition halls starts with the humble canoe and as you work your way around the museum back to the gift store, you’ll find China’s maritime history complete with miniature replicas of all the sea faring ships the country has produced. Worth a trip if you have an extra day in Shanghai and hold any affection for water transport. While you’re out there, swing by the star shaped Crown Plaza Harbor City resort for a meal. China Maritime Museum: 197 Shengang Avenue, Lingang New City, Pudong New District Take Line 16 to Lingang Avenue and then taxi from there. Opening Hours: 9:30—16:00 Closed on Monday, Except on National Holidays Ticket Prices: Adult: 50 RMB, Student: 25 RMB, Seniors: 10 RMB By AFAR Traveler , AFAR Local Expert"
World class! Very family friendly. High-quality exhibits and some interactive ones that children can enjoy. Private tours are something to try. I had an amazing tour with a very friendly and professional curator, and I learned so much. I was happy to have been taken there as my first stop in China. It set the pace for more visits to other museums
Well worth the time spent.
I did not take pictures, but I am sure you can find those online. Do your research it will be fun
They do have a book with plenty of information for purchase. There is plenty of parking. You may check on the advance purchase of tickets, but I did not wait long at all to enter. Highly recommend you visit!
Jerry Wu
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This is a good destination for the weekend. It's convenient to take metro to get here.Very big museum. And it's better to bring water and cracker by yourself. Nearby you can find a lovely lake to sightsee. More details, twitter me @ jerryshanghai , I am a local tour guide with car service.
Thobani Sithole
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Its feels like maritime heaven!! Very great!!!
yuming xie
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China Maritime Museum is the largest and the only state owned maritime museum in China. Located by the Dishui Lake in Lingang New Townm Pudong Area. There are six major exhibitions in museum, including "Hall of Chinese Navigation History", "Hall of Ships", "Hall of Navigation and Ports", "Hall of Maritime Affairs and Sea Safety", "Hall of eafarers", and "Hall of Military Navigation". Also it has a 4D Movie Theater, a Spherical Planetarium and a cafe.
Raquel Soto Sanchez
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One of the best maritime museum, you have to pay an entrance fee (50 yuan) which is totally worth it!
Ryan Mounce
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A good museum, a good mix of historical and modern exhibits.