Jinjiang Action Park

Shanghai Aranya Aman Hotel The most characterful hotel I've stayed at in the Magic City, bar none 🌿 The moment you enter the grounds, you are completely healed. Thousand-year-old camphor trees and Ming and Qing dynasty ancient houses stand quietly, instantly isolating you from the city's hustle and bustle 🍃. This is not just simple luxury; it’s where time and poetry are woven into every blade of grass and tree, so quiet you can only hear the wind and birdsong 🐦. Address: 6161 Yuanjiang Road, Minhang District, Shanghai 📍 This time I stayed in the Courtyard Suite, where opening the door leads to a private courtyard bathed in gentle light and shadow ☀️. The room embodies minimalist Oriental aesthetics, with warm, refined old wood textures and meticulous attention to detail everywhere. The oversized stone bathtub, copper hardware, and Aman custom toiletries fill the air with a faint herbal scent during a bath 🧴. The bedding is soft but supportive, ensuring a quiet, deep sleep—true immersive rest 🌙. The minibar is complimentary, with dried tangerine peel and snacks that are both thoughtful and restrained 🍵. Dining here is never a worry, with surprises at every restaurant 🍽️. Lazu serves spicy and flavorful Jiangxi cuisine, and their traditional slow-cooked soup warms you from the inside out with just one sip 🍲. Arva, the Italian restaurant by the lake, offers fresh ingredients and a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for dates or small gatherings 🥂. Yinlu’s boat feast and hotpot bring a full sense of ceremony and are incredibly photogenic 📸. Breakfast is semi-buffet style, with both Chinese dim sum and Western dishes available, comfortable and elegant to enjoy 🍞. The hotel itself is a vast garden, perfect for walking, cycling, or feeding the swans, all very healing 🦢. At Nanshu Study, you can experience calligraphy, incense ceremonies, and tea ceremonies, calming your mind and appreciating Chinese elegance 🖌️. The Aman Spa is a must-try, with a private space under the camphor trees that leaves you feeling completely relaxed and stress-free after treatment 💆‍♀️. The heated pool is hidden in the courtyard, surrounded by greenery, making swimming feel like being in a forest 🌳. The surroundings are very quiet, ideal for a pure vacation, just 20 minutes by car from Hongqiao Transportation Hub 🚗. It’s also close to Minhang Cultural Park and Jinjiang Amusement Park, so it’s convenient if you want to go out and explore 🚲. I sincerely recommend this place for those wanting to escape the city and seek peace and quality for a night. No noise, no flashiness, no extravagance—just the tranquility of time and Oriental character 🌿. Only after staying here will you understand that Aman’s sophistication is an elegance and composure etched into your very bones ✨.

The first "Harry Potter Studio Tour" project in China has officially settled in Shanghai Jinjiang Amusement Park and started construction, with civil engineering scheduled for completion in January 2027. The project covers an area of 58,648 square meters, with a total building area of approximately 75,223.42 square meters, and an overall construction period of more than two years. As a panoramic City Walk exploration project, it integrates film production and cultural exhibitions, offering immersive study, roaming, and multi-dimensional exploration experiences. Visitors can gain an in-depth understanding of the production process of the "Harry Potter™" film series and experience the unique charm of the magical world. Jinjiang Amusement Park is Shanghai's first large-scale professional amusement park, carrying countless wonderful memories. After this renovation and upgrade, all original amusement facilities except the hotel and Ferris wheel will be removed. The Shanghai Big Wheel Ferris wheel will be rebuilt and updated, with the new Ferris wheel tentatively set at a height of 118 meters. Whether you are a Harry Potter fan or a visitor looking to relive childhood memories, this place will bring surprises and anticipation. Start planning your trip and await the arrival of the magical world!

The Jinjiang Amusement Park Ferris Wheel 'Shanghai Giant Wheel' has confirmed its closure date. The first giant Ferris wheel in China, located in Shanghai's Jinjiang Amusement Park and known as the 'Shanghai Giant Wheel,' is set to be dismantled. There had been rumors about its removal, and now, a Brief in the exploratory group chat has revealed that it will cease operation after May 19th. The 'Shanghai Giant Wheel' was built by the local amusement equipment company Shanghai Amusement Machine Co. It officially started operating on May 1, 2002, and has a history of 24 years to date. The wheel has a height of 108 meters; a diameter of 98 meters; a total weight of 580 tons; can withstand level 12 strong winds; has 42 passenger cabins; a maximum capacity of 752 passengers per hour; and takes about 25 minutes for one full rotation. The wheel is also equipped with computer-controlled high-power colored lights, and at night, it resembles a colorful bright moon hanging high in the sky, stunningly beautiful. Jinjiang Amusement Park began trial operations in 1984 and has been operating for exactly 40 years. In recent years, many attractions have been shut down one after another, such as the roller coaster, the rapids ride, and 'Peak No. 1,' which have been closed for a long time. Now, it's finally the Ferris wheel's turn. The official statement is not about demolition but about closure for reconstruction, with the entire project set to be upgraded. The 'Shanghai Giant Wheel' is a place where many people once 'stole a kiss from a friend for the first time.' People in the past weren't as bold as they are now; they didn't just start kissing on the street. There had to be at least a sense of ceremony. Inside the enclosed cabin, while enjoying the view, they would quietly lean in, and then... 'smack' a kiss... As for the reconstruction of the Ferris wheel, I personally think it's a good thing. Jinjiang Amusement Park has long needed renovation. Nowadays, the park seems to be just coasting along. As everyone knows, a non-immersive theme park relies on roller coasters to draw the crowd. Shanghai Happy Valley knows to dismantle their roller coaster and refurbish it, repackaging it and maintaining it every now and then. Jinjiang Amusement Park's ace roller coaster 'Peak No. 1' has been out of order for three years due to broken parts! It could have been said that parts couldn't be shipped in due to lockdowns, but what about now? It's been open for over a year, and the maintenance announcement has been dragging on from March of the 23rd year to March of the 24th year, a full year's time. Even if Vekoma's parts were being rowed over from the Netherlands, they should have arrived by now, right? Currently, Jinjiang Amusement Park is just scraping by with its simple light shows and various small workshop-style theme planning, then selling low-priced tickets to barely survive. It would be better to take this opportunity of the Giant Wheel's reconstruction to completely rebuild the entire Jinjiang Amusement Park. The park's amusement facilities are so outdated that they can't just be described as 'behind the times'; they need to be phased out. Seeing Jinjiang Amusement Park's current state of neglect, as a Shanghainese and an amusement park enthusiast, it truly breaks my heart. I hope that in the future, Jinjiang Amusement Park will have a good ending. For those who have special memories of the Giant Wheel, it's time to hurry to Jinjiang Amusement Park and say goodbye to your youth...

☘️Shanghai has officially entered summer, and this weekend coincides with Tourism Day, with many scenic spots offering free or half-price activities. So we came to Jinjiang Amusement Park, an old-brand amusement park on the other side of the 'Any Door' in Shanghai, which is also a beautiful childhood memory for many people. 🎡The Ferris wheel at Jinjiang Amusement Park, also commonly known as the big wheel, can be considered a landmark. There were rumors recently that the Ferris wheel would be dismantled, but the official response was 'no new progress for the time being'. 🎫We bought daytime tickets, and with a ticket in hand, we could enjoy almost all the rides except for the Ferris wheel and the Happy Arctic Storm. There are not many thrilling rides in Jinjiang Amusement Park, and the top spot in my heart is still the Ferris Flying Wheel. Now, the park is adorned with windmills and dinosaur decorations. 🔸Windmill Art Festival Macaron windmill flower sea, wind chime tunnel, dazzling windmill wall... Colorful windmills of different sizes will unconsciously start spinning with the summer breeze. At night, as the lights come on, the atmosphere becomes even better. 🔹Exploring the Jurassic The park realistically restores the primitive charm of the Jurassic era, with various dinosaurs that will actually open their mouths or wag their tails, which is quite lifelike. Especially the Tyrannosaurus Rex, truly imposing, scared my little baby who kept asking if it was real! ▪️The park's night session starts at 4 pm, and at this time, a large number of visitors will pour in. If you want to have a good time on the weekend without queuing, it's best to catch an early session. ▪️When visiting the park in summer, it's recommended to bring your own water and drinks. Sun protection measures must be done well, items like fans, parasols, and handheld fans can be very useful while queuing. ▪️It's also possible to re-enter the park on the same day, just get a stamp from the staff at the exit. ▪️At the park's exit, there is a street full of snacks, with many options, so there's no need to worry about food and drink. 📍201 Hongmei Road, Minhang District, Shanghai 🚇Metro Line 1 Jinjiang Amusement Park Station 🕰️9:30-21:30 💰130 yuan (50 yuan for the Ferris wheel alone)

An average of 39 RMB for a thrilling experience. The Jurassic exploration at Jinjiang Amusement Park is coming with a bang, 🦖 the dinosaurs are quite realistic, making sounds and swaying their tails. Don't miss out if you have a little one at home who loves dinosaurs! 🎫 Tickets: 79 RMB for one adult and one child for the evening session (entry after 16:00) Children under 1 meter in height enter for free 🆓 🅿️ Parking: 8 RMB per hour 🚇 Subway: Right outside Jinjiang Amusement Park Station on Line 1 🎠 About the fun: We entered the park at four o'clock on Friday, and it was really quiet. There were virtually no queues for any of the attractions. We went on the park train ▶️ Happy Little Bee ▶️ Joyful Candy Car ▶️ Happy Castle ▶️ Merry-Go-Round ▶️ Royal Rowing Boat ▶️ Carousel ▶️ Sky Warrior. We finished with a movie, with the 4D cinema showing films on the hour. The evening session ends at nine o'clock, and we went home at eight after enjoying about ten attractions, some of which we did twice! The baby had a blast! 🍢 About food: There is a night market in the park with a wide variety of food. If you go out to eat, you need to get a stamp, and after eating, you can re-enter the park to play. 🔖 Park tips: If you buy an evening ticket, remember that some attractions close at 5:30 pm 🔚, so plan your time accordingly

For those who grew up with Shanghai's old amusement park called "Jinjiang Amusement Park," it holds cherished memories for the entire city. But recently... this 40-year-old amusement park has officially announced its closure, effective January 26, 2025. And what will replace it is... ✨ Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter (Shanghai) Wowww! This will be the first Harry Potter Studio Tour in China! 🪄 What is it? It's not a thrill-ride amusement park, but rather a "behind-the-scenes studio tour." Visitors can explore real movie sets, original costumes, props from the films, and interactive zones to experience the magical world up close. ⏳ The tour takes approximately half a day. 📍 Covers an area of about 53,000 square meters (slightly smaller than the London and Tokyo locations). Expected opening year: 2027 What about the Ferris Wheel? The iconic Ferris Wheel of Jinjiang will not be dismantled. Instead, it will be renovated and plans are underway to increase its height to 168 meters! A new landscaped public park will also be created in front of it for everyone to enjoy. 💰 Ticket prices? Not officially announced yet, but based on comparisons: London ≈ £56 Tokyo ≈ ¥6500 Shanghai's pricing is yet to be revealed 👀 📍 Original location: 上海锦江乐园 (Shanghai Jinjiang Amusement Park) For Harry Potter fans, by 2027, Shanghai is set to become another magical city in the world! ✨