Shanghai’s tourism industry is booming. The city made a record 576 billion yuan from tourism last year. That’s about 2.67 trillion Thai baht.
Tourism Numbers
Domestic tourism brought in 497 billion yuan. International tourism made around 11 billion US dollars. That’s about 37.4 billion Thai baht. Last year, Shanghai had 390 million domestic tourists and 6.7 million international tourists.
The city has big plans to upgrade its tourism industry. It wants to become a world-famous tourist destination.
Shanghai Disney Resort is doing well. Now, a new Legoland theme park is opening this summer. Warner Bros is also coming to Shanghai. It will open a Harry Potter studio tour in 2027.
Cruise Tourism
Shanghai wants to become a top cruise destination in China. It’s developing new travel products to attract more tourists. The city sees a lot of potential in cruise tourism and wants to grow this sector.
Industry experts think Shanghai can become a major player in the global tourism market. With its rich history, culture, and entertainment options, the city has a lot to offer tourists.