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City Wonder

Route 1

City Jogging

Explore Shanghai's urban pulse on this 8.6 km city jogging tour!

Starting at The Sukhothai Shanghai, head north through the historic lanes of Zhang Yuan, glide past the vibrant cityscape of the HKRI Taikoo Hui and pass the educational haven of the Natural History Museum, before reaching the artistic oasis of the Jing'an Sculpture Park.

Head east along the Suzhou River to reach The Bund, where you can admire iconic landmarks such as the Waibaidu Bridge, the Rock Bund and the Exotic Building Clusters.

On the way back, pass through the bustling Nanjing Road Walkway, the lush People's Park, the heritage-rich Shanghai History Museum and the cultural landmark, the Shanghai Grand Theatre, before circling back to the hotel.

This route masterfully blends urban energy, historical depth and views of the Huangpu River, offering runners an immersive exploration of the heart of Shanghai for experiencing the city's essence.

Route 2

Urban Jogging

Experience the cultural spine of Jing'an on this 5.3km urban jog!

Starting at The Sukhothai Shanghai, head north and weave through the trendy hub of the HKRI Taikoo Hui and the historic lanes of Zhang Yuan. Pass the Natural History Museum and the Jing’an Sculpture Park, then jogging northward to the Suzhou River waterfront.

Turn south to reach the bustling Nanjing Road Walkway, immerse yourself in the lush greenery of People’s Park. The Shanghai History Museum alongside the iconic Shanghai Grand Theatre just nearby.

Finally, loop back to the hotel to completing a route that masterfully blends Shanghai-style heritage, artistic spaces, and urban energy bypassing main-road crowds while efficiently connecting Jing’an to Huangpu’s core landmarks.

 

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HKRI Taikoo Hui

HKRI Taikoo Hui, a landmark mixed-use development on Nanjing Road (West) CBD in Shanghai, offers a trendy and luxury lifestyle. It includes a retail mall, two Grade-A office towers, two boutique hotels, a serviced apartment building, and the historic Cha House. The complex features a parallel layout of Shimen Road (No.1), the mall's south-north corridor, and Discovery Boulevard, with open-air event venues, an Event Centre, and a Roof Garden. The design facilitates seamless connections across buildings and spaces, creating an exciting destination that sparks imagination regarding trendiness and luxury.

Address: No. 789, West Nanjing Road, Jingan District, Shanghai

1-minute walking distance from the hotel

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Starbucks Reserve® Shanghai Roastery

A flagship combining a coffee roastery and retail experience, with two-floor adorned in deep walnut tones. The staircase design mirrors the temperature variations during coffee roasting. Immerse yourself in a multi-sensory coffee journey here, witnessing a coffee bean's transformation from roasting to brewing into a cup of rich and aromatic coffee.

Address: No. 789, West Nanjing Road, Jingan District, Shanghai (HKRI Taikoo Hui)

2-minute walking distance from the hotel

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Zhang Yuan

Stretching from #1 Shimen Road to Weihai Road, from North Maoming Road to West Nanjing Road, Zhang Yuan is a collection of 28 different architectural styles of Shikumen lane houses since its opening. It stands as a witness to modern Shanghai's historical and cultural evolution and is a gem of Shanghai heritage, hailed as the "Number One Garden in Shanghai." The distinctive architecture, blending Eastern and Western styles, exudes profound historical significance and subtle cultural heritage, akin to a silent narrative of the city's stories.

Address: No.1-84, 590 Nong, Weihai Road, Jingan District, Shanghai

5-minute walking distance from the hotel

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Shanghai Natural History Museum

Shanghai Natural History Museum is a museum dedicated to natural history. It is one of the largest museums of natural sciences in China. Unlike most of Shanghai’s museums, which are glossy and modern, this museum, like its contents, has seemingly been frozen in time, which perversely makes it a rather delightful visit. There is the usual collection of animals, mummies and fossils.

Address: 510 Beijing West Road, Jing'an, Shanghai

15-minute walking distance from the hotel

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Museum of Contemporary Art Shanghai

Tucked away in People's Park at the city's core, MoCA operates independently as a beacon of art. Guided by "Art without Borders," MoCA challenge traditional art boundaries through cross-cultural and interdisciplinary contemporary expressions. Housed in a striking glass-and-steel structure harmonizing with People’s Park, the three-floor space features exhibition halls, an art shop, and creative zones for immersive experiences.

Address: No.231 West Nanjing Road, Jingan District, Shanghai

15-minute walking distance from the hotel

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Jing'an Sculpture Park

This open urban park, nestled in the heart of Jing'an District, offers a green sanctuary centered around sculptures, merging greenery, and art in harmony. With black pines and gnarled plum trees set against tranquil waters and sculptures creating a dialogue with their surroundings, the park is a testament to the integration of culture and greenery, nature and art.

Address: No.500 West Beijing Road, Jingan District, Shanghai

15-minute walking distance from the hotel

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Shanghai Majestic Theatre

The Majestic Theatre was built in 1941, designed by the famous architect Fan Wenzhao with the meaning of "magnificent and flawless". It can accommodate an audience of 1261 and continuously stage excellent plays worldwide. It has hosted important festivals such as the Shanghai International Art Festival, Shanghai Jing'an Theatre Festival, and Shanghai International Comedy Festival, and is the designated screening institution for the Shanghai International Film Festival.

Address: No. 66 Jiangning Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai

15-minute walking distance from the hotel

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