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A Shanghai Free-spirited Adventure at the Zootopia Exhibition: Don't Miss the Exciting Activities
Last night around 8 PM, I walked out of the Long Museum with an iced Americano in hand, took a turn, and suddenly found myself in this sparkling “Zootopia.” Totally free, no reservations needed, and hardly any queues on-site—it felt like hitting the jackpot on a weekend in Shanghai. I was first stunned by that 8-meter tall Popsicle, and then took a couple of steps forward to see Judy's bunny borough lit up with tiny light strings, making it look like an animation was just brought to life by the Huangpu River.
Overview of the Zootopia Exhibition at Shanghai West Bank
This pop-up exhibition is divided into two phases:
- Phase One (opened on 8.16): Bunny Borough, Central Station, Small Rodent Area, Giant Popsicle, Lightning Fast Racing photo spot
- Phase Two (launching on 9.6): Glacier Town, Sahara Square, Rainforest Area, Wetland Market
The entire path stretches along the river, from the orange tower crane to the back door of Long Museum, it takes only about ten minutes to walk, allowing plenty of time for photos. Even at a slow pace, you can finish exploring in half an hour. The night view is way better than during the day; when the lights turn on and the river breeze blows, you just feel healed.
Exhibition Location and Opening Hours
| 项目 | 信息 |
|---|---|
| 地址 | Lungo Tian Avenue 3398, East Side Riverside Space (next to the orange tower crane) |
| 导航关键词 | Long Museum (West Bank Pavilion) |
| 开放日期 | 2024.8.16-10.31 |
| 开放时间 | Open 24 hours, come anytime you want |
| 门票 | Free, no scanning needed |
I arrived at 9 PM, and there were still parking spots available; street parking costs 6 yuan/hour. If you take the subway, the 11 line Yun Jin Road station is about a 10-minute walk away.
The Joy of Free Admission
The joy of spending no money is the best thrill. There are no turnstiles, no staff rushing you, you can take photos for as long as you like. I really enjoyed the small rodent area; the lemming brothers' mini-elevator moves up and down on a timer, I snapped away, and my phone gallery instantly got 200 new emojis. The lightning fast “speed racing” actually turns out to be a really slow convertible car that takes automatic photos, and you can download them by scanning a QR code; also free.
A Zootopia Adventure in Shanghai
Right now, there are three “Zootopia” spots you can visit in Shanghai:
- Disney’s Official Version: Lots of attractions, long queues, expensive tickets; great for hardcore fans
- Zhang Garden Pop-up: Indoor, with strong AC, but super crowded
- West Bank Pop-up: Outdoor, free, beautiful night view, perfect for walking kids and dogs
I’ve been to all three, and West Bank is the best for spontaneous visits; it’s easy to swing by after work. Zhang Garden is good for rainy days, and Disney is saved for holidays.
Healing Moments on Summer Nights
After 7 PM is prime time. The sun just set, the lights just turned on, and the temperature dropped from 35℃ to 28℃, with the river breeze adding moisture; it feels better than air conditioning. After finishing the exhibition, I didn’t rush to leave, instead, I sat on the steps under the Popsicle, watching the lights across the river in Pudong gradually come to life, while listening to "Try Everything," feeling like the whole summer has been forgiven.
Quick Reference for Practical Tips
| 需求 | 我的做法 |
|---|---|
| 最佳拍照点 | Giant Popsicle stairs, Central Station rooftop, Glacier Town blue light wall |
| 避坑提示 | Going during the day can be too sunny, suggest arriving after 19:00 |
| 装备建议 | Phone + power bank + mosquito repellent; no charging banks available on-site |
| 餐饮 | There’s a café on the first floor of Long Museum, and a mobile ice cream truck 50 meters outside the exhibition area with regular prices |
| 带娃 | The exhibition ground is level, baby strollers can be pushed; no restrooms, use those in Long Museum |
| 宠物 | You can bring dogs, just remember to leash them, the riverside wind can be strong |
In short: If you happen to have free time tonight, why not head out now, enjoy the river breeze, and snap a pic with Judy—it’s free, after all!
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