Shanghai boasts a rich and diverse arts and culture scene. It is home to abundant museums and art galleries. From historically significant works to contemporary pieces, from Chinese art to global art, Shanghai has something for everyone.

If you are looking to buy exhibition tickets, there are many options. You can buy tickets at venues or online through ticketing applications or mini-programs, or through the WeChat accounts of the venues.

Here are details on how to buy tickets online.

You can purchase tickets via a WeChat mini-program called "247玩乐行," or other ticketing applications, such as Damai and Maoyan.

247玩乐行 WeChat mini-program

The mini-program is available in English, so you can purchase tickets without language barrier.

Log in with your WeChat account.

Only WeChat Pay is supported when making payment.

You will receive your e-tickets by e-mail.

Watch the video below for instructions on how to purchase tickets.

Damai 大麦

Search "大麦 (damai)" in your app store and download it.

Log in with your Chinese phone number, WeChat account, Alipay account or Taobao account.

WeChat Pay and Alipay are supported when making payment.

Your e-ticket is available in the "ticket wallet" on the app.

Watch the video below for instructions on how to purchase tickets.

Maoyan 猫眼

Search "猫眼 (Maoyan)" in your app store and download it.

Log in with your Chinese or overseas phone number, WeChat account, QQ account or Apple account.

Your e-ticket is available in the "ticket wallet" on the app.

Watch the video below for instructions on how to purchase tickets.

Tip:

1. Exhibitions usually offer various types of tickets, including weekday, weekend, children's, student, family package. Prices vary accordingly. Choose the type you want and double check when submitting the order.

2. In some venues, reservations are required in addition to tickets. Make reservations according to the guidance of the venues.

3. When you arrive at the venue, show your e-ticket to enter. Some venues require visitors to exchange their e-ticket for hard copy on site to gain admission.

Buying tickets via the WeChat official accounts of the venues themselves is also a convenient way.

Shanghai Museum 上海博物馆

Address: 201 People's Ave

人民大道201号

The Shanghai Museum is open for free.

Visitors must make an online reservation in advance through WeChat with a valid ID (passport or foreign permanent resident ID card is accepted).

Reservation pages are available in English.

Watch the video below for instructions on how to make reservations.

Tip:

1. Reservations are required for all visitors, including children.

2. Visitors must present the original ID or reservation QR code to be verified upon arrival.

3. Arrive at your booking time. Entry will not be granted if you miss it.

4. If you are unable to visit as scheduled, cancel your reservation at least two hours before. If you fail to cancel your reservation twice, your account will not be eligible to make any further reservation for a period of 30 days starting from the second reservation time.

5. If you have difficulty using a smartphone, you may visit the on-site reservation service counter where staff can assist you in making a reservation on the spot.

Museum of Art Pudong 浦东美术馆

Address: 2777 Binjiang Ave, Pudong New Area

浦东新区滨江大道2777号

You can purchase either selected date tickets or general admission tickets. The selected date ticket is cheaper than the general admission ticket.

There are different types of tickets, including adult, family (two adults and one child under 18) and special tickets for seniors, students, disabled individuals, military personnel and media members.

Watch the video below for instructions on how to purchase selected date tickets.

Watch the video below for instructions on how to purchase general admission tickets.

Power Station of Art 上海当代艺术博物馆

Address: 678 Miaojiang Rd

苗江路678号

Watch the video below for instructions on how to purchase tickets.

Visitors must make an online reservation in advance with a valid ID (passport is accepted).

Modern Art Museum 艺仓美术馆

Address: 4777 Binjiang Ave, Pudong New Area

浦东新区滨江大道4777号

Ticketing pages can be translated into English by the WeChat built-in translation tool.

Watch the video below for instructions on how to purchase tickets.

You can also purchase tickets through the WeChat mini-program "西岸生活 (LIFE' WESTBUND)" for venues located in the West Bund area, such as the West Bund Museum (西岸美术馆), Long Museum (龙美术馆), Shanghai Center of Photography (上海摄影中心), ShanghART Gallery (香格纳画廊) and Tank Shanghai (上海油罐艺术中心).

Search "西岸生活" in mini-programs, and log in with your WeChat account or phone number.

Watch the video below for instructions on how to purchase tickets.