Mobile ticket
-Unique Architecture: A blend of cylinders and spheres, 468m tall, a modern landmark.
-Panoramic Views: Main deck at 263m and glass corridor at 259m for cityscape vistas.
-Cultural Exploration: Exhibition hall at base shows Shanghai's history.
-Gourmet Experience: Revolving restaurant at 267m with international buffet.
-Thrilling Rides: High-altitude VR coaster at 95m for an exciting rush.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Book & pay online, get confirmation with QR code later, show QR code at the entrance.
Opening Hours: The Tower: 08:00-22:00 (stop admission at 21:30)
Entrance Location: The Tower: 4.2M Entrance
For the buffet, reservation would be cancelled 30 mins after the starting time if you don’t show up, and no cancelation, refund, or change can be made.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
0M - Shanghai History Museum
259M - Transparent Observatory
IMPORTANT: Free of charge for children under 100cm in height.
351M - Space Capsule, for Three Balls Ticket only
263M - Sightseeing Galleria
IMPORTANT: Use only the QR code we send you. Reference No. or barcodes are invalid.
78M - "Updating City" Dynamic Ring Multimedia Show
NO guide service
NO transportation
NO buffet if you select sightseeing ticket only to Two Ball / Three Ball.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu)
This 468 meters (1,536 feet) high tower is the world's sixth and China's second tallest TV and radio tower. As the landmark in Shanghai, you must go up the tower and get a bird's eye view of the whole city, the 360 degree transparent observatory makes you feel like on air. The revolving restaurant inside the second sphere of the Oriental Pearl Tower offers buffet of western style. While dining, you could enjoy the beautiful scene of the city.
E ticket, show QR code.: 263M-Sightseeing Galleria; 259M-Transparent Observatory; 78M- "Updating City" Dynamic Ring Multimedia Show; 0M-Museum
Buffet at Revolving Restaurant: Two Options: 11:00-12:30 and 12:30-14:00 E ticket. Simply show your passport at the entrance.
E-ticket: Simply show the QR code at the entrance. We will send it to you after the ticket is issued.
Buffet at Revolving Restaurant: Two Options: 17:00-19:00 and 19:00-21:00 E ticket. Simply show your passport at the entrance.
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Zsofia L,
Oct 24, 2025
- Viator
Looks amazing from downstairs. Its organised very badly. Ultra crowded lift with no aircon. Had to ask for host to translate to English. Dirty, smelly, crowded. Top ball has a tiny window only and mainly some cartoon caracters and shop. Wish I could get a full refubd as this was not worth the price !!!!!
Aaron Q,
Apr 21, 2025
- Viator
I couldn’t leave Shanghai without visiting Oriental Pearl Tower. It’s very kitchy inside, and hot/crowded at the time I visited. Honestly I preferred the viewing experience from Shanghai Tower, which offers an overview of OPT - and is more interesting when viewed from outside. A little dated now, but that gives it a special charm.
Michelle M,
Mar 27, 2025
- Viator
Great place to eat Western food and seafood. The view was great. And the glass floor was fun to walk on.
rpd A,
Nov 20, 2024
- Viator
Very nice experience, good option if you have only a few hours to visit Shanghai, as the venue has good conection with Pudong Airport. Access was smoth and easy, waiting time was very little. The view is just fantastic.
Daniel c,
Sep 10, 2024
- Viator
Easy to book tickets in advance for this attraction when visiting Shanghai. The views are incredible when weather permitted.
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