Q1: Are there many people going to Shanghai for Mid-Autumn Festival? When are there relatively fewer people?
During the Mid-Autumn holiday, core areas such as the Bund and Yuyuan Garden saw average daily passenger flow more than double usual, with peak traffic concentrated from the evening to night on the first day of the holiday. The relatively less crowded periods are the early morning of the first day and the afternoon of the second day, so it is recommended to prioritize these two periods.
Q2: How can Shanghai avoid crowds?
One-day tours are feasible, but must be strictly done early and early to return. The core strategy is to enter as soon as the park opens, advance lunch before 11 a.m., and move to indoor venues in the afternoon to avoid the Bund's evening light show rush.
Q3: Is there traffic jam when driving in Shanghai during Mid-Autumn Festival? How do you solve parking problems?
On the first day of the holiday, highways are often congested when entering the city, so it's recommended to switch to high-speed rail or subway. If you're driving, you can park at the P+R parking lot on the outskirts and transfer to the subway to enter the park. Parking spaces are tight and expensive in core city scenic spots.
