This is a great area for shopping for just about everything, souvenirs, clothing, food, snacks, etc. The majority of people in the shops are so friendly and happy, although you still have to bargain hard. I don't think the silk items are real, because they are too cheap, even though they start off at an expensive price. It does get... More

Your usually market place with lots of people and different foods to try. I bought a cheap watch here. Remember to always bargain! This place is good for getting customised souvenirs for example, your name in calligraphy in Chinese or chops made with your name in Chinese. But lots of people!!

The Chinese gardens behind the bazaar are beautiful and a great haven from the bustling city. The setting and atmosphere of the bazaar itself is fun but it is generally expensive and crowded at weekends. Definitely worth a visit, but for shopping visit the Hongqiao pearl market or South Bund fabric market.

Yuyuan is what you expect to see in China. It's similar in many ways to a large Chinatown in foreign cities, but still retains a character that makes it more than just a schlocky tourist trap. More than anything else, it's just plain fun to walk through the bazaar. Don't miss it. Lots of photo opportunities and interesting shops to... More

The market is pretty and colourful and sells everything from fake antiques to chopsticks- but at prices that are hugely inflated compared to other places in China. We tried bargaining but with so many tourists flocking to this market the prices tend to stay quite high and many of the sellers are quite aggressive.

Yu yuan bazaar is a bazaar surrounding yu yuan (Yu garden). Like any other bazaars its a place that sells lots of tourist stuff and overpriced souvenirs but it is fun to browse around and buy a couple of small things since the mark up is not so high - given the same souvenirs sold in other places in shanghai.... More

If you visualize traditional Chinese, you can get it here. Be it pottery, paintings, silk art, carvings, beading, tea, tea service sets etc. etc. etc. It is ALL here. And when you are tired of browsing the hundreds of shops, stop and have some of the best dumplings ever.

Very touristy and was exceptionally crowded the Friday afternoon we were there. The zig zag Bridge of Nine Turnings was especially crowded, almost had to push our way across. Having mentioned the negatives, have to admit that for the colourful Chinese style buildings all around, the vibrancy of the area and for people watching, this is an area worth spending... More

This area is overcrowded with too many tourists looking for an "authentic" experience. For an authentic experience, meander down some of the fascinating side streets surrounding Yuyuan Gardens to see local food stalls, vendors and homes. Items sold here are more expensive than other places, so be prepared (as always!) to negotiate on prices if you must purchase things here.