Shanghai Metro · Line 12 · Line guide
DISCOVER THE CITY BY METRO
From old lanes to the Huangpu waterfront.
See Longhua’s temple and Zhangyuan’s shikumen, then choose the West Bund or North Bund for river views. Line 12 links urban culture with open waterfronts.
One line. Many sides of the city.
Line 12 runs from Qixin Road through Longhua, Middle Longhua Road, West Nanjing Road and International Cruise Terminal to Jinhai Road. Its waterfront stops are in different districts.
Selected stops · intermediate stations omitted
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- 01Qixin Road
- 02Hongxin Road
- 03Gudai Road
- 04Donglan Road
- 05Hongmei Road
- 06Hongcao Road
- 07Guilin Park
- 08Caobao Road
- 09Longcao Road
- 10Longhua
- 11Middle Longhua Road
- 12Damuqiao Road
- 13Jiashan Road
- 14South Shaanxi Road
- 15West Nanjing Road
- 16Hanzhong Road
- 17Qufu Road
- 18Tiantong Road
- 19International Cruise Terminal
- 20Tilanqiao
- 21Dalian Road
- 22Jiangpu Park
- 23Ningguo Road
- 24Longchang Road
- 25Aiguo Road
- 26Fuxing Island
- 27Donglu Road
- 28Jufeng Road
- 29North Yanggao Road
- 30Jinjing Road
- 31Shenjiang Road
- 32Jinhai Road
THE STOPS
Where will you get off?
Follow the line order and choose a neighbourhood, a view or somewhere to slow down.
4 places
01Longhua Temple
Temple roofs and an old pagoda
Explore a historic Buddhist temple complex in the Longhua neighborhood.
From Longhua station, head towards the temple. A neighbourhood walk and an interior visit are separate options; check admission information before entering.
Allow around · 45–90 min
02West Bund Waterfront
Let the river set the pace
Riverside paths connect industrial heritage and art venues. The waterfront covers a broad area, so choose your destination before setting out.
From Middle Longhua Road station, head towards the West Bund. Choose a waterfront entrance or specific venue first, as the area is extensive.
Allow around · 60–120 min
03Zhangyuan & North Maoming Road
Take a turn into old Shanghai
Look closely at brickwork, carved doorways and lane-house details in this restored historic quarter. Leave time for a coffee or a meal around the neighbourhood.
Walk from West Nanjing Road station towards North Maoming Road and use the entrances open on the day.
Allow around · 60–90 min
04North Bund waterfront
City views where river and creek meet
Walk the North Bund waterfront for views of the Bund, Lujiazui and passing boats. Add separate time and check admission if you want to visit a high-level observation deck.
From International Cruise Terminal station, follow signs towards East Daming Road and the North Bund waterfront.
Allow around · 60–120 min
MAKE A DAY OF IT
A few stops. A good day out.
From Zhangyuan’s lanes to the North Bund.
Begin with neighbourhood architecture, then leave the second half for waterfront paths. In poor weather, shorten the river stop rather than waiting late for night views.
- 1Begin among shikumen buildings
Zhangyuan & North Maoming Road
Look at Zhangyuan’s gateways, lane proportions and restored streets, with time for an afternoon pause.
See this stop ↑↓ Return to West Nanjing Road station and take Line 12 towards Jinhai Road to International Cruise Terminal.
- 2See both banks from a new angle
North Bund waterfront
Choose a section of waterfront path for boats, the Bund and Lujiazui. A high-level observation deck is an optional extra.
See this stop ↑
These editorial time estimates include walking, breaks and casual sightseeing, but not a full exhibition visit, long queues or extended shopping.
BEFORE YOU GO
A little planning goes a long way.
The West Bund is a large district
Middle Longhua Road is useful for nearby waterfront sections. For a particular art museum, plan access using its address; venues are spread throughout the district.
Check admission before deciding your day
Gardens, temples, museums and performances have their own opening and admission arrangements. Suggested durations are editorial estimates and do not include long queues.
Photo credits
- Shanghai - Longhua Tempel - 0014.jpg — Stefan Fussan · CC BY-SA 3.0
- West Bund Museum, Shanghai, Jun 2020.jpg — Lcsun · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Zhang Yuan, Shanghai, China 2024 (54281266535).jpg — Juan Antonio Segal · CC BY 2.0
- 北外滩滨江绿地.jpg — Antigng · CC BY-SA 4.0
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