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Xintiandi is the stage where Shanghai displays its most contemporary pulse: cutting-edge pedestrian streets, designer boutiques, signature restaurants, and a constantly evolving cultural scene. A district where modernity is felt on every corner and which has become one of the most sophisticated and coveted enclaves in the city.
Ultraviolet
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Merging scientific laboratory and haute cuisine with three Michelin stars, Ultraviolet stands as one of the most radical concepts in the global gastronomic scene: a single-table restaurant where everything has been stripped away except for the pure experience. With no menu—something Paul Pairet sees as a creative limitation—the chef masterfully orchestrates a fixed 20-course meal that is as experimental as it is hypnotic. Located in a secret bunker lit by neon lights on the outskirts of the city, the “figurative avant-garde” dishes play with illusion and expectation.
Fu He Hui
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The atmosphere of this minimalist sanctuary, clad in stone and wood, is so serene it borders on the sacred. Chef and founder Tony Lu celebrates the plant kingdom through tasting menus that showcase impeccable technique and an almost sculptural sensibility. Each season renews about 40% of the dishes, preserving beloved classics while exploring new textures and ingredients. Chinese tea pairings—instead of alcohol—complete the experience, leaving diners enveloped in a deeply Zen calm.
Obscura Shanghai
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The creative duo of DeAille Tam and Simon Wong opened Obscura in 2020, after a year-long journey across China in search of native ingredients and nearly forgotten culinary techniques. The restaurant is located within the Tang Xiang Cultural Space, a venue housing a private collection of Chinese antiques, which infuses the experience with an undeniable cultural aura. For the full experience, there’s nothing like sitting at the chef’s table, in a polished wooden dining room with dim lighting, where intimacy becomes part of the ritual.
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Longmen Art Projects
Longmen Art Projects combines curatorial sensitivity with architectural elegance that captivates from the entrance. Its exhibitions bring together established artists with innovative voices from the Asian scene, creating fresh readings on identity, memory, and modernity. The space, intimate and sophisticated, invites slow exploration, enjoying precise lighting and calculated silences. Longmen has established itself as a meeting point for discreet collectors and culturally inclined visitors who appreciate intellectually deep proposals with high visual finish.
Gallery Vacancy
Gallery Vacancy is one of the most stimulating spaces in Shanghai’s independent art scene. With exhibitions that move between conceptual experimentation and contemporary aesthetics, the gallery attracts young collectors and art lovers seeking new narratives. Its interior architecture, clean and almost meditative, allows the works to breathe without distraction. Vacancy stands out for promoting emerging talent and curatorial projects that engage with the neighborhood’s urban identity. It is a visual laboratory where the new takes shape with complete freedom.
Andaz Xintiandi
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Andaz is the meeting point of cutting-edge design, creativity, and cosmopolitan life. Its architecture blends with the modern rhythm of the neighborhood, while warm, sculptural interiors generate a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere. The rooms, bathed in natural light, stand out for their minimalist aesthetics and artisanal details. The hotel pulses with a youthful and cultural spirit: from contemporary cocktails to common areas conceived as meeting spaces for creative travelers. Andaz is, in essence, a manifesto of urban style with an international stamp.
The Langham
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The Langham embodies refined urban luxury in the heart of Xintiandi. Its lobby, dressed in light marble and fresh flowers, introduces a universe where classic British hospitality merges with the contemporary energy of Shanghai. Its rooms, quiet and bright, overlook the historic layout of the neighborhood, creating an exquisite contrast between modernity and shikumen heritage. The service is impeccable, featuring a world-class spa and culinary experiences designed for travelers seeking serene elegance and effortless style.
88 Xintiandi
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In the very heart of Xintiandi, 88 Xintiandi Boutique Hotel embodies that discreet elegance that fascinates style-conscious travelers. Its clean-lined façade anticipates an interior where serenity reigns: neutral tones, warm woods, and a contemporary aesthetic that exudes effortless sophistication. From its windows, the vibrant rhythm of the neighborhood contrasts with the calm of the hotel, creating a perfect retreat for creatives, editors, and fashion insiders seeking an intimate, cultural, and exquisitely well-designed Shanghai.