Shamian–Xidi Area
沙面—西堤
Stroll tree-lined streets and historic riverside architecture around Shamian Island.
Getting there
Take the Metro to Huangsha for the west side of Shamian. Walk across one of the bridges onto the island and use a named street for your map pin.
Admission
The public streets and riverfront are free. Private buildings, galleries and cafés have separate access and hours.
What to see
Walk the shaded streets and compare the old building fronts, then continue toward the river for a wider view of the neighborhood.
Plan your visit
Wear comfortable shoes and keep the route short enough to linger. Many buildings are easiest to appreciate from the street.
Leave one to two hours for the island and waterfront. Save the route back across the bridge, and check access before assuming a historic building is open.