Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
Museum Large science museum in Shanghai focusing on technology
A large, hands‑on science museum in Shanghai’s Pudong with interactive exhibits, a planetarium and live demonstrations. Families and school groups come for exhibits on space, robotics and natural history.
The Shanghai Science and Technology Museum is a large public museum in Pudong, Shanghai, focused on science, technology and natural history exhibitions. It occupies a sizable multi-floor building next to Century Park and is a major destination for families and school groups.
Museum galleries cover a range of subjects including life sciences, physical sciences, earth science and technology, with a mix of permanent displays and temporary exhibitions. The site also includes theatre and demonstration facilities used for educational programming and large-format film presentations.
The museum was developed as part of Shanghai’s modern museum infrastructure to provide public science education and exhibition space for the city’s growing population and visitor numbers. It attracts sizable daily visitor numbers and is an established part of Shanghai’s cultural attractions.
The museum sits beside Century Park in the Pudong district and is directly served by the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum metro station on Line 2, providing easy access from central Shanghai and the wider metro area.
- Public transport access: Located adjacent to Century Park and served directly by the Shanghai Science and Technology Museum metro station on Metro Line 2, making it highly accessible by public transit.
What to See #
- Main exhibition halls: Permanent exhibition halls covering natural history, life sciences, technology and interactive displays, spread across a large multi-floor building next to Century Park in Pudong.
- Theatre and demonstration facilities: An on-site large-format theatre and demonstration areas used for educational film and planetarium-style shows, often used by school groups and families.
How to Get to Shanghai Science and Technology Museum #
Located on Century Avenue in Pudong. By metro: Shanghai Metro Line 2 to Shanghai Science and Technology Museum Station (exit 7). Buses and taxis serve the area; it is adjacent to Century Park.
Tips for Visiting Shanghai Science and Technology Museum #
- Buy tickets online or arrive early-weekends and holidays are busiest, especially with school groups.
- Allow at least 2-3 hours to see the permanent exhibitions and planetarium shows.
- Combine with a visit to the nearby Shanghai Science Center and Century Park for a full day in Pudong.
Best Time to Visit Shanghai Science and Technology Museum #
Any time of year; visit on weekday mornings to avoid school groups and crowds.
Weather & Climate near Shanghai Science and Technology Museum #
Shanghai Science and Technology Museum's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1027 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (161 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.