Huaihai Middle Road Shanghai — Shopping, Food & Lifestyle Guide 2025
- Arron Goh
- Aug 16
- 2 min read
Why Visit Huaihai Middle Road?
Huaihai Middle Road (淮海中路) is one of Shanghai’s most stylish shopping and lifestyle streets. Unlike Nanjing Road which feels busy and touristy, Huaihai is more chic, trendy, and youthful — filled with designer stores, boutique cafés, and modern lifestyle concepts.
We loved walking here, discovering hidden gems, and ending our China trip with a relaxed citywalk.
Essential Info
📍 Location: Runs through Huangpu & Xuhui District, central Shanghai
🚇 Nearest Metro: South Shaanxi Road Station (陕西南路站, Line 1/10/12)
🕒 Best Time to Visit: Afternoon to evening — great for shopping, then dinner
Things We Did on Huaihai Middle Road
🏬 MASONPRINCE – A bold, futuristic fashion concept store. Worth stepping in even just for the architecture and display.
🏠 HAUS NOWHERE – A multi-brand lifestyle space with coffee, fashion, and design pieces — very aesthetic spot for photos.
🍰 鲍师傅 (Bao Shi Fu Bakery) – Famous for its pastries, especially the crisp cake (肉松小贝). A must-try snack.
Walking along Huaihai, you’ll also find a mix of international brands and local boutiques, perfect for shopping lovers.
Tips from Our Visit
Citywalk Experience: Huaihai isn’t about rushing — it’s about wandering, browsing, and enjoying the vibe.
Photography: Many storefronts here are designed with unique architecture, so it’s perfect for casual street photography.
Snacks: Don’t skip 鲍师傅 — it’s famous for a reason.
📍 See more of our walk in our Shanghai Citywalk Video →.
Nearby Attractions
Xintiandi (新天地): Just a short walk away, known for restored shikumen houses turned into cafés and restaurants.
Fuxing Park (复兴公园): A peaceful spot to relax in the French Concession area.
Plan Your Trip with Our Itineraries
📅 Hangzhou + Suzhou + Shanghai 8D7N Itinerary → (our last day ended here at Huaihai Middle Road)
📱 Best eSIM for China → (helped us upload content while on the go)
Final Thoughts
Huaihai Middle Road is Shanghai’s stylish side — less about big crowds and more about design, taste, and lifestyle. For us, it was the perfect way to wrap up our China trip, ending with shopping, snacks, and a citywalk that felt authentically Shanghai.
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