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Hongkou

Shanghai, China · Asia

About Hongkou

Hongkou works well as a base: 10 minutes from Shanghai, 2km from Pudong Skyline.

Hongkou is a city located in Shanghai, China. With a population of 687,500, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Hongkou sits in China, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Shanghai time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Hongkou to your route.

About Hongkou

The White Magnolia Plaza, also known as Sinar Mas Center, is a skyscraper whose construction was initially suspended but resumed and was constructed in 2013, and was completed on January 4, 2017. It is located north of the Bund, the historic riverfront district of Shanghai, adjacent to the international cruise

Read more terminal. The original proposal called for a 388-meter (1,273-foot) tower, but it was later scaled down to 260 meters (850 feet), and the final design was changed to 319.5 meters (1,048 feet). The building is owned by Sinar Mas Land, a subsidiary of Indonesian conglomerate Sinar Mas Group.

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What are the best things to do in Hongkou?

Hongkou offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Hongkou located?

Hongkou is located in Shanghai, China, Asia. The coordinates are 31.2500 latitude, 121.4892 longitude.

What is the population of Hongkou?

Hongkou has a population of approximately 687,500 people, making it a city in China.

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Quick Information

Population
687,500
Continent
Asia
Country
China
Region
Shanghai
Timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
31.2500, 121.4892

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in China

Police
110
Ambulance
120
Fire
119
Driving side
right

Foreign driving licences and IDPs are not recognised: a temporary Chinese licence is required.

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Worth the detour from Hongkou

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

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The Bund, Shanghai

Shanghai's iconic waterfront promenade lined with 52 buildings of diverse architectural styles facing the futuristic Pudong skyline across the Huangpu River.

1 km · about 5 min drive

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Shanghai Tower

Twisting 632-metre megatall skyscraper, the tallest building in China and second tallest in the world.

2 km · about 5 min drive

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Oriental Pearl Tower

Distinctive 468-metre television tower with spheres along its length, an iconic feature of Shanghai's Pudong skyline.

2 km · about 5 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Pudong Skyline

Shanghai's futuristic financial district featuring the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, and Jin Mao Tower rising from what was farmland 30 years ago.

2 km · about 5 min drive

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Yu Garden

A 400-year-old classical Chinese garden in Shanghai's old town with rockeries, pavilions, koi ponds, and the famous zigzag bridge.

3 km · about 5 min drive

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Shanghai Disneyland

Disney's newest and largest Magic Kingdom-style park featuring the tallest Disney castle in the world.

20 km · about 25 min drive

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  • Right herePudong SkylineShanghai's futuristic financial district featuring the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai Tower, and Jin Mao Tower rising from what was farmland 30 years ago.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Hongkou.

Pudong

🇨🇳 China

2 km awayPop. 5,681,512

Huangpu

🇨🇳 China

2 km awayPop. 504,700

Zhabei

🇨🇳 China

3 km awayPop. 840,000

Yangpu

🇨🇳 China

3 km awayPop. 1,210,800

Shanghai

🇨🇳 China

4 km awayPop. 24,874,500

Luwan

🇨🇳 China

5 km away

Pengpu

🇨🇳 China

6 km awayPop. 152,725

Xuhui

🇨🇳 China

7 km awayPop. 1,109,800

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