Acrobatics is one of the oldest performing arts in China. Over the past 2,000-some years, Chinese acrobats have created many classic items, such as "wire-walking", "head feats", "ancient magic", "conjuring", etc.

Most well-known venues for you to enjoy the acrobatic shows during the night are: Shanghai Center where the Shanghai Acrobatics Troupe has performances most nights at 7:30pm; Shanghai Circus World:

Shanghai Circus World boasts of being “the best circus world in China”. With unique architectural image of a golden domelike roof, it has become a landmark of this international metropolis.

There are totally 1,638 seats in the circus world equipped with advanced surround sound systems and lighting effect as well as the revolving stage, make it a an ideal location to hold music and dance performances as well. The famous Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe stages its 20-act performances here every once in a while. During other times, Shanghai Circus World plays host to a variety of large-scale magic and acrobatic shows, as well as the annual Shanghai International Magic Festival and Competition, held in early November.

If you’d like to enjoy an amazing performance, Shanghai Circle World would be your best choice during your Shanghai travel.

Huangpu River Cruise Tour at Night

Huangpu River, a symbol of Shanghai, originates in Dianshan Lake and empties into the Yangtze River at Wusongkou (mouth of Wusong River). It is 114 kilometers (71miles) long and 400 meters (0.25 miles) wide. Huangpu River is ice-free year round. The river divides Shanghai into east and west. It is a silent eyewitness to Shanghai's history and its development.

• Scenery along the Huangpu River
  

  A spectacular sight is that the two suspension bridges, Nanpu Bridge and Yangpu Bridge, appear to arch over the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, resembling 'Two dragons playing with a ball'.

  The west bank (Puxi) of the Huangpu River is the cultural, residential and entertainment center of Shanghai. The Bund, Monument to the People's Heroes, Waibaidu Bridge and the oldest park in Shanghai - Huangpu Park, are located on the west bank. In addition, many historical buildings left over from Shanghai's colonial days have been preserved. The east bank of the river (Pudong) is the newer district of Shanghai and its financial and commercial hub. Steel and glass structures are abundant here. The Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jin Mao Tower, skyscraper hotels, offices and malls of the Lujiazui Financial Zone are located on this side of the river.

  Ships from all over the world dot the river. The busy wharfs and the 'three-layer waters' (or three-color waters) at Wusongkou are also within sight. The 'three-layer waters' is formed by the convergence of Huangpu River (gray white), Yangtze River (yellow) and the East Sea (green) during high tide.

  When the sun sets, Huangpu River is veiled in the glittery neon lights on its banks. Cruising on Huangpu River in the evening, visitors can experience its silence and beauty under the moonlight.

• Cruise Information

  Cruising on the Huangpu River has become a must for most visitors to Shanghai. Cruise ships vary in size, decoration and amenities, with the most luxurious offering air conditioning, conference room, banquet hall, bar and television. Get information of the Cruise Ships.

  Ships depart from the Bund (Zhongshan Road), sail to Huangpu Bridge in the south, turn and head north towards Wusongkou, and return to the Bund.