Shanghai Tower: 546m Observation Deck & Upper Floors Ticket
The World's Second-Highest Observation Deck, 546 Meters Above Shanghai
You ride the world's fastest high-speed elevator to a 546-meter observation deck with unobstructed 360° views of Shanghai, or upgrade to see the upper floors and the world's highest damper. Entry is by QR code, the building opens early and stays open late, and children under three get in free. Book the ticket level that matches how high you want to go.
1h–3h
Step-by-step itinerary
Visit Shanghai Tower observation decks
- Enter Shanghai Tower
- Take high-speed elevator up
- Visit main observation deck
- See panoramic city views
- Explore upper floors and damper
- Enjoy exterior light show at night
The Experience
The elevator climbs at 18 meters per second—fast enough that your ears pop before you've finished thinking about it. Floor 118 of Shanghai Tower opens onto a 360° observation deck where the city spreads below you in a grid that doesn't quite look real from this height. The Huangpu River threads through it like a gray ribbon, and on clear days you can see all the way to the industrial sprawl at the edges. The building itself is 632 meters tall, making it China's highest and the world's second-tallest, and the ticket gets you straight to the main viewing level without the usual queue shuffle.
If you want to go higher, there's a second option that takes you up to Floors 125 and 126—the exclusive upper decks where you can actually see the damper, a massive mechanical device the size of a small house that sits inside the tower and keeps the whole structure stable when typhoons hit. It's one of those engineering details that makes you understand why the building doesn't sway the way you'd expect something this tall to sway. The light show on the exterior walls runs at night, and the whole structure glows against the dark sky in a way that photographs don't quite capture. Entry is by QR code only—the reference numbers and barcodes they mention don't work, so make sure you have the code they send you before you arrive.
The fastest high-speed elevator in the world gets you there in seconds. Opening hours run from 8:30am until 10:30pm, with last entry at 9:30pm, so you can time your visit for late afternoon light or stay for the city lights to come on. Children under 100 centimeters tall or under three years old get in free, and the whole place is wheelchair accessible if you need it. Public transport stops nearby, so you don't need a car to get there.
What’s included
- Admission ticket to Shanghai Tower via QR code.
- Access to Floor 118 observation deck at 546 meters with 360° panoramic views.
- Option to upgrade and visit Floors 125 and 126 to see the world's highest damper.
- Free entry for children under 100cm or under three years old.
Operated by Travel China Guide
Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to see Shanghai from the highest public vantage point without arranging separate transport or dealing with entry-line waits—the QR code system means you walk straight in, and the late opening hours let you catch the city at any time of day.
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Top questions
What's the difference between the two ticket options?
Floor 118 gives you the main observation deck at 546m with panoramic views. The upgraded option adds Floors 125 and 126, where you can see the damper—the massive stabilizing device inside the tower.
How fast is the elevator?
18 meters per second, which is the world's fastest high-speed elevator. The ride to the top takes seconds.
What time should I arrive?
The tower opens at 8:30am and closes at 10:30pm. Last entry is at 9:30pm. Afternoon or early evening visits let you see both daylight and city lights.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. Entry is by QR code only. Reference numbers and barcodes don't work, so keep the code they send you on your phone.
Are children free?
Children under 100 centimeters tall or under three years old enter free. Strollers and prams are allowed.
Is the tower wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the entire observation deck is wheelchair accessible.
How do I get there?
Public transportation stops nearby. You don't need a car.
What's the damper?
A massive mechanical device inside the tower that stabilizes the building against wind and typhoons. It's visible on the upper floors.
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