Shanghai World Financial Center
Building Iconic skyscraper featuring skybridge and panoramic observatory
At over 492 metres, the Shanghai World Financial Center’s trapezoid aperture frames city views; visitors ride to high observation decks and restaurants in Lujiazui for skyline photography and architecture tours.
The Shanghai World Financial Center is a supertall skyscraper in the Lujiazui financial district of Pudong, completed in 2008 and rising to about 492 metres with 101 floors. It is a mixed-use tower housing offices, observation decks and hospitality facilities.
High-level observation areas near the top provide expansive views across Shanghai and the Huangpu River, and the building’s distinctive trapezoid aperture at the crown is an architectural feature. The tower is part of the cluster of major Pudong skyscrapers alongside the Jin Mao Tower and Shanghai Tower.
Construction spanned the late 1990s and 2000s and the completed building opened in 2008 to become one of Shanghai’s tallest commercial towers. It has been used primarily for offices and public viewing since opening.
The tower stands in central Pudong adjacent to Century Avenue and Lujiazui transport links, within walking distance of riverfront points opposite the Bund.
- Observation decks: Observation platforms on the upper floors give high-level panoramic views of Shanghai and are popular at sunset for skyline views of the Bund and Pudong cluster.
How to Get to Shanghai World Financial Center #
Lujiazui Station (Metro Line 2) is the nearest stop; the SWFC is directly accessible from surrounding pedestrian links and plazas in Pudong’s financial district.
Tips for Visiting Shanghai World Financial Center #
- Book the Sky Walk or highest observation deck in advance for sunset slots-these sell quickly on clear days.
- Take the high-speed elevator (it's an attraction in itself) but allow time to acclimate to the observation platforms and the glass-floored skywalk if visiting.
- Combine with a visit to the Shanghai Tower and Jin Mao Tower for a vertical tour of Pudong's development.
Best Time to Visit Shanghai World Financial Center #
Autumn is the preferred season for skyline visibility; early weekdays have fewer crowds.
Weather & Climate near Shanghai World Financial Center #
Shanghai World Financial Center'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 (1068 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (48 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 (56 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 (68 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 (79 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 (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (139 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (144 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 (131 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 (50 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 (48 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 (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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