The Bund Sightseeing Tunnel, opened in 2000, was China`s first pedestrian-transport tunnel connecting two of Shanghai`s most iconic areas: the historic Bund waterfront and the futuristic Pudong district with its skyscrapers. Stretching 646 meters in length and running 9 meters beneath the Huangpu River, this innovative passage was designed to alleviate congestion on bridges and ferries, providing a quick and convenient way to cross the river.
Technical Features of the Bund Sightseeing Tunnel
• Automated electric trains travel at 5–6 km/h, completing the journey in just 3–5 minutes.
• Capacity: Each train accommodates up to 40 passengers, with departures every 30–60 seconds.
• Safety systems: Equipped with ventilation, smoke detectors, and emergency exits.
A Unique Multimedia Experience
• More than just transportation, the tunnel offers an immersive light and sound show:
• Dynamic LED lighting (shifting blue, red, and purple waves)
• Laser projections of abstract shapes, cosmic landscapes, and Chinese motifs
• Ambient electronic music and nature sounds
Themed sections simulate:
• An underwater world (jellyfish, schools of fish)
• Outer space (stars, planets)
• A futuristic cityscape
Why Tourists Love It
• Time-saving – Faster than ferries or detours via bridges
• Weatherproof – Unaffected by rain or wind (unlike river cruises)
Prime locations – Stations exit steps from:
• The Bund’s colonial architecture
• Pudong’s Oriental Pearl Tower
• Entertainment + transit – A mini-attraction en route
Visitor Info. Entrances:
• Bund side: Near No. 300 Zhongshan Dongyi Road
• Pudong side: Adjacent to Oriental Pearl Tower
Ticket: 50 CNY (≈ $7); free for children under 1m
