Shanghai is one of China’s most vibrant and internationally connected cities, where historic architecture, traditional gardens, and century-old neighborhoods stand alongside modern skylines and a dynamic urban lifestyle. As a major global center for business, finance, culture, and innovation, Shanghai offers visitors an exceptional opportunity to experience the distinctive blend of East and West that defines the city—from the waterfront views of the Bund to the bustling streets of Nanjing Road.
For conference participants, Shanghai provides an ideal combination of international connectivity, cultural attractions, shopping, dining, and leisure. Visitors can explore the city’s historic landmarks during the day, enjoy its renowned culinary scene, and experience the spectacular skyline of Pudong after sunset.
For more information on Shanghai’s attractions, culture, dining, and travel experiences, please visit the official Shanghai municipal tourism website.
Attractions
Recommended Sightseeing Routes in Shanghai
Classic Shanghai Route: The Bund ➠ Nanjing Road ➠ People's Square ➠ Yuyuan Garden
Shanghai Skyline Route: Oriental Pearl Tower ➠ Lujiazui ➠ Huangpu River Cruise ➠ The Bund
Heritage & Culture Route: Yuyuan Garden ➠ Shanghai Old City ➠ Xintiandi ➠ Former French Concession ➠ Wukang Road
Relaxed City Walk: Wukang Road ➠ Anfu Road ➠ Fuxing Park ➠ Xintiandi ➠ Evening stroll along the Huangpu River
Culinary Experiences
All visitors to China must meet the following entry requirements:
- Valid travel document (with a minimum validity of 6 months);
- Onward/return ticket;
- Entry facilities to next destination;
- Sufficient funds to stay in China;
- Visa for China (*if applicable).
Unilateral visa-free policy: Brunei, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Holland, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Australia, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Slovakia, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Korea, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, and Japan.
Mutual visa-free policy: The United Arab Emirates, Barbados, Bahamas, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ecuador, Fiji, Grenada, Mauritius, San Marino, Seychelles, Serbia, Tonga, Belarus, Qatar, Armenia, Albania, Dominica, Suriname, Maldives, Singapore, Thailand, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Antigua and Barbuda, Solomon Islands.
The latest policies shall be subject to official announcements issued by local immigration authorities.
Request for Visa Application Document(s) - Invitation Letter
Please note that you must apply for your own visa application. MDPI is not responsible for any visa application. However, MDPI can provide a Visa Support Letter. To be eligible for such a document, the criteria below must be fulfilled:
1. Applicants must have paid for registration and submitted an abstract in order to get a letter of support.
2. Applicants must provide us with a scan of their valid, in-date passport that contains a photo of them.
3. Applicants must provide us with a letter of support from their institution to confirm that they support the delegate attending the meeting.
4. This must be carried out in good time before the meeting; "last minute" requests will not be processed.




