Step back in time to old Shanghai in an instant

My friend brought her 6-year-old daughter back to Shanghai for a family visit. Since it was the little one's first time in her ancestral hometown, we wanted her to fully experience the charm of old Shanghai. That's why we chose the Songjiang Chendu Film Studio - a place that instantly transports you back to vintage Shanghai! 🎬 Originally, we planned for the family to change into qipao outfits and take memorable photos against the studio's nostalgic backdrops 📷. We specifically chose Tuesday, June 3rd to avoid holiday crowds, but while there were fewer people, the costume rental shop (visible at the entrance) was closed. We later learned that light shows, immersive performances, and food markets only operate on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays... awkward 😅 So friends planning to visit, please pay attention to timing and do your research in advance to avoid disappointment like ours! After entering, head left first to explore 1990s Shanghai - the Huanghe Road set from "Blossoms Shanghai". Look for key photo spots like dazzling neon lights, Huanghe Road street signs, Zhizhenyuan restaurant, telephone booths ☎️, vintage luxury cars, and game halls 🎮+billiard rooms 🎱... Beyond the Huanghe Road set lies iconic areas of Republican-era Shanghai, also featuring immersive performances. Actors perform on balconies, demonstrate martial arts on the streets, and even fly through the air on wires... You can also explore famous Shikumen alleys from "Romance in the Rain", Zhejiang Road Iron Bridge, Moller Villa, and churches... When tired, take the tram (included in ticket) from Central Square - running hourly but just circling the main roads. To discover more hidden spots and photo locations, you'll need to walk. There's also a small train (¥30/person or included in package tickets) and horse carriages (¥39/person) mainly for children's experience. 🎫 Tickets: Buy at least one day in advance on platforms for discounts (e.g., ¥80 onsite vs ¥69 online; family packages over ¥210 for 2 adults+1 child include immersive "Dundun Adventure" tickets 🎫 and children's costume/makeup) 🚗 Transportation: Driving recommended (¥20 parking), with ample non-holiday parking 🥗 Dining: Limited options on weekdays - just vending machines and 2-3 snack shops. Nearby recommendations: Laofeimao (local fusion) and Banmutian (handmade farm dishes). Bring snacks for all-day visits. ⚠️ Tips: Professional photography equipment (like tripods) for weddings 👰 requires an additional ¥800 fee - take note!‼️