Shanghai has emerged as a favored getaway for South Korean travelers, particularly on weekends, as they make the most of their leisure time.
Following China’s introduction of a trial visa-free policy for South Korean ordinary passport holders on November 8, 2024, covering short-term visits for business, tourism, family reunions, and transit, Shanghai’s key attractions have seen a surge of South Korean tourists every weekend.
For South Korean tourists exploring Shanghai, the historic former site of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea on Madang Road is a must-visit destination. Just a stone’s throw away, the fashionable shopping district of Xintiandi also holds a prime spot on their travel agendas.
Additionally, South Korean visitors are drawn to iconic landmarks like the Bund, the serene Yuyuan Garden, and the storied Wukang Mansion. Designed by the acclaimed Hungarian-Slovak architect László Hudec (1893–1958), the Wukang Mansion, known for housing numerous celebrities over the decades, remains a favorite among these travelers.
A significant number of visitors admire Shanghai for its unique fusion of traditional Chinese heritage and European-inspired elegance.
Young South Koreans are finding creative ways to experience Shanghai, such as dressing in traditional Chinese Hanfu outfits for unique photo sessions at studios in Yuyuan Garden.
A newlywed couple was recently seen posing for wedding photos outside the iconic Wukang Mansion. The extension of China’s visa-free transit policy from 72 and 144 hours to 240 hours has encouraged couples to celebrate their love with memorable moments captured in Shanghai.
According to tourism statistics, Shanghai has become the top choice for South Korean visitors since China introduced the unilateral visa-free policy. The city has seen a remarkable surge in bookings, with a year-on-year increase of over 180% and a month-on-month growth of 40%. Following Shanghai, Qingdao and Beijing rank as the next most popular destinations for South Korean travelers.
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