Shanghai Metro · Line 6 · Line guide
DISCOVER THE CITY BY METRO
Line 6, from art to the river.
Gaoqiao’s old lanes, Shanghai Museum East and Qiantan’s riverfront offer three different sides of Pudong. Pick one or two.
One line. Many sides of the city.
Line 6 links Gangcheng Road with Oriental Sports Center. Gaoqiao is on the northern section; the museum and Qiantan make a more compact southern outing.
Selected stops · intermediate stations omitted
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- 01Gangcheng Road
- 02North Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone
- 03Hangjin Road
- 04South Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone
- 05Zhouhai Road
- 06Wuzhou Avenue
- 07Dongjing Road
- 08Jufeng Road
- 09Wulian Road
- 10Boxing Road
- 11Jinqiao Road
- 12Yunshan Road
- 13Deping Road
- 14Beiyangjing Road
- 15Minsheng Road
- 16Yuanshen Sports Center
- 17Century Avenue
- 18Pudian Road
- 19Lancun Road
- 20Shanghai Children's Medical Center
- 21Linyi Xincun
- 22West Gaoke Road
- 23Dongming Road
- 24Gaoqing Road
- 25West Huaxia Road
- 26Shangnan Road
- 27South Lingyan Road
- 28Oriental Sports Center
THE STOPS
Where will you get off?
Follow the line order and choose a neighbourhood, a view or somewhere to slow down.
3 places
Gaoqiao Ancient Town
Old lanes in northern Pudong
Explore traditional houses and waterside lanes, with a stop for Gaoqiao’s local pastries. Leave time for the small details of the streets.
Use North Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone station and continue on foot to the old town. Allow time for the walk in both directions.
Allow around · 90–150 min
02Shanghai Museum East
Make room for ancient art
Take your time with Chinese art, from bronzes and ceramics to painting and calligraphy. Choosing a few galleries makes a more relaxed visit.
From Exit 1 at Pudian Road on Line 6, walk to the East building at 1952 Century Avenue. Check current admission and special-exhibition arrangements.
Allow around · 2–3 hours
03Qiantan waterfront (Youcheng Park area)
Save the river for later
Walk through Qiantan’s riverside green spaces, watch boats and take a break. A short stretch of waterfront pairs well with a meal in the surrounding neighbourhood.
Continue from Oriental Sports Center station to your chosen park entrance. The riverfront requires an onward walk; plan the return route too.
Allow around · 60–90 min
MAKE A DAY OF IT
A few stops. A good day out.
Art first, riverside air later
Start with the museum during its opening hours, then enjoy a short walk at Qiantan.
- 1Choose a few galleries
Shanghai Museum East
Focus on the art you enjoy most and leave the rest for another visit.
See this stop ↑↓ Return to Pudian Road, take Line 6 to Oriental Sports Center, then walk to the river
- 2End the outing at the river
Qiantan waterfront (Youcheng Park area)
Choose a comfortable walk and check your route back to the station.
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.
Give Gaoqiao its own outing
Gaoqiao is a substantial train ride from the museum and Qiantan. For a half-day, choose the northern or southern section.
Check gallery plans and riverside weather
General museum admission, bookable activities and paid special exhibitions may have different rules. Adapt your river walk to the weather and leave time to return.
Photo credits
- Shanghai Museum East 20241201.jpg — Nat4Eben · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Qiantan Youcheng Park, Shanghai 13.jpg — 钉钉 · CC BY-SA 4.0
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