Madame Tussauds Shanghai

Madame Tussauds was founded in London, UK in 1835. With exquisite wax figure craftsmanship, it recreates famous figures from various periods in politics, entertainment, sports, fashion, and other fields worldwide. Each wax figure is a unique contemporary artwork costing millions to create. Today, it has branches in multiple global cities including Amsterdam, Bangkok, London, Hollywood, New York, Beijing, Wuhan, and Chongqing. Madame Tussauds is currently one of the wax museums with the highest level of production craftsmanship in the world.

Madame Tussauds Shanghai, as the sixth Madame Tussauds globally and the first in mainland China, is also one of the largest Madame Tussauds attractions in Asia. Spanning nearly 9,000 square meters, it opened on May 1, 2006, and is rated as a 4A-level attraction. The museum features nearly 100 lifelike wax figures of celebrities including Jackie Chan, Yao Ming, Liu Xiang, William Chan, Yang Yang, Sun Li, Yang Mi, TFBOYS, Zhu Yilong, Chris Lee, David Beckham, and Audrey Hepburn. It also houses the world's first robotic wax figure—actor Jing Boran alongside the character Hu Ba from the movie "Monster Hunt."

The Marvel Superhero Zone gathers wax figures of Marvel superheroes, where visitors can not only interact closely with them but also showcase their "superhero skills" in the Hero Challenge Game Zone, fulfilling their heroic dreams. In the A-List Party Zone, inspired by the city's iconic "Shanghai International Film Festival," guests can walk the digital red carpet and experience unique Shanghai charm and technological innovation through various fun interactive installations. The E-Fashion Zone highlights China's new fashion trends, unlocking a stylish new lifestyle and revealing a behind-the-scenes to on-stage fashion journey for visitors. The Madame Tussauds Music Dream Factory offers an innovative, immersive music experience with dazzling lights, kicking off a high-quality musical feast. The Film & Entertainment Zone's immersive cinematic scenes provide a multi-layered, diverse entertainment experience. The Tech Pioneer Zone takes visitors on a cutting-edge journey where technology and art perfectly merge, allowing them to participate in the wonders of innovation as if stepping into the future. The Light & Fashion Zone showcases China's new fashion trends, guiding visitors through the ELLE Cover Story Gallery to feel the romance and allure of modern fashion. Here, Shanghai's classic architecture, constructed with light and shadow, blends with modern runways, inviting visitors to embark on a magical fashion journey alongside wax figure models.

A-list party zone

Modern Shanghai, blending the essence of Eastern and Western cultures, boasts profound heritage alongside vibrant diversity.

On both banks of the Huangpu River, a thousand years of time flow by, where light and shadow collide to create a dazzling neon glow.

Inspired by the city's "Shanghai International Film Festival" label, the newly upgraded A-list party zone at Madame Tussauds Shanghai presents a celebration of cinema with distinctive Shanghai-style charm, inviting you to step onto the star-studded red carpet and fulfill your dreams in the international hall of fame.

Here, you can experience the unique charm of Shanghai and its technological innovations. Dance to your heart's content on over 200 digital red carpets, while cutting-edge "motion-sensing technology" makes you shine like a star. Professional stage designs and 360° surround sound recreate the award ceremony atmosphere of a film festival—lift your golden statuette and relive the immersive moment of winning Best Actor/Actress. At the Bund rooftop celebration cocktail party, pick your signature cocktail as the "MT touch" interactive system makes the ambiance dance to your rhythm. Surrounded by the dreamy nightscape of the Bund's historic buildings, play a crystal grand piano and admire the "Shanghai Bund Point Cloud Interactive Display," passionately designed by a top Chinese art academy team—witness Shanghai's magical transformation. A fusion of fashion and stardust, this treasure trove of photo opportunities makes your Shanghai International Film Festival fantasy come true.

Marvel Superhero Zone

As a trendy landmark in Shanghai that consistently gathers celebrity stardust with creativity and craftsmanship, Madame Tussauds Shanghai has teamed up with Marvel to create an upgraded experience—the "Marvel Super Heroes Zone." Here, Marvel superheroes assemble once again, showcasing thrilling battle stories of courage and strength. Step into the time-traveling tunnel leading to the Marvel universe, unravel the mysteries of comic tales with Spider-Man on his web, lift Mjolnir to unleash the awakened power of Thor, witness Loki's might on the Rainbow Bridge, test your strength against the Hulk in urban ruins, face off against evil Chitauri with Captain America, transform into Iron Man taking off from Stark Tower's rooftop, follow Doctor Strange through time into his Sanctum Sanctorum, and take on the ultimate challenge from the superheroes.

Step into the superhero challenge zone and showcase your heroic skills.Hulk SmashFeel the power of Hulk's hands as you smash through solid concrete slabs.Iron Man TransformationUse virtual technology to try on Iron Man's high-tech armor, raise your hands to fire repulsor beams and repel enemies to defend our city;Captain America's Shield FormationGet ready to test your reflexes—tap out the shields as they light up. How many can you hit?Spider-Man Power SwingGet ready to test your arm endurance—jump up, grab the hanging bar, and see how long you can hold on!Captain Marvel's Blinding StrikeGather your friends, suit up in Captain Marvel's costume, and unleash photon blasts together!

Light and Shadow Fashion Zone

Inspired by the neon glow of modern Shanghai and the golden dreamscape of old Shanghai charm, Madame Tussauds Shanghai has partnered once again with globally renowned fashion magazine ELLE to create the "Fashion Zone" after their successful collaboration in revamping the original fashion area. This new immersive experience elevates fashion encounters and creates an internationally styled photo-ready runway.

The new Fashion Zone, inspired by Shanghai's iconic architectural ensembles reimagined through light and shadow, showcases the city's evolving charm through high-tech interactive experiences and artistic interpretations. It deconstructs fashion elements with light and shadow, allowing visitors to appreciate Shanghai's cultural transformation and brilliant development. The meticulously crafted time-travel light show unfolds Shanghai's history scene by scene, with fashion's splendor flowing like a river, painting a vivid picture of Fantasyland for visitors.

Step into the elegant ELLE Star Cover Story Gallery, where the entrance features a traditional Shanghai Shikumen passageway, with neon signs representing Shanghai landmarks creating a stunning runway-like street scene. At the end of the runway is an immersive interactive light show where fashion enthusiasts can pause and admire. Stroll along the runway and experience the dazzling interactive effects beneath your feet. Share the stage with international supermodel Liu Wen for a rendezvous at this urban fashion show, showcasing your best self under the enchanting lights. Here, every visitor becomes part of the grand event, witnessing the magic of light and fashion alongside celebrity wax figures, embarking on a fantastically modern journey together.

Tech Pioneers Zone Introduction

Throughout the long river of human history, science has served as a guiding light, illuminating our understanding of the world.

The starry sky is vast beyond measure, science unites minds in consensus, and the quest for unknown truths knows no bounds.

Inspired by the design concept of boarding the "Future" time-travel train, the newly upgraded "Tech Pioneers" zone at Madame Tussauds Shanghai invites you to customize your exclusive MT ticket. Board this time-travel train and explore the unknown alongside scientific luminaries from various fields, igniting the light of discovery together.

In this time-traveling train carriage, you can explore the photoelectric effect and parity violation—groundbreaking discoveries that earned Einstein and Yang Zhenning their Nobel Prizes—through interactive science games and experiments. Listen to an AI-generated Steve Jobs deliver his iconic Stanford commencement speech, then touch interactive projections to relive pivotal moments from his extraordinary life. Immerse yourself in a simulated spacecraft cabin with Yang Liwei, experiencing a rocket launch and the wonders of space travel. Take a break at the "Lunar Fuel Station" to enjoy moon-themed snacks, craft your own interstellar wax hand souvenir, browse space-themed merchandise, and marvel at the breathtaking lunar landscape.

With the unveiling of the "Tech Pioneers" zone, the "Future Express" time-traveling train will journey through time, showcasing global scientific achievements from a fresh perspective, continuously inspiring and exploring the vast "unknown frontiers."

China's Fashion New Forces Zone

As an international hall of fame that has spanned a century while staying attuned to fashion trends, Madame Tussauds Shanghai embraces the new wave of "Created in China" by dedicating a brand-new "E-Fashion: China's New Fashion Force" zone. Spotlighting contemporary Chinese style and unlocking trendsetting lifestyles, this area offers visitors an exclusive behind-the-scenes-to-spotlight journey, showcasing celebrities' self-expressive, effortlessly chic fashion attitudes. The zone features four immersive sections: a modern tunnel, VIP styling area, fashion livestream studio, and dazzling party space. Fashion enthusiasts will first walk through a tunnel adorned with iconic Shanghai silhouettes, then experiment with vibrant makeup and versatile outfits in the VIP styling area. Next, they can transform into style influencers in personalized livestream booths before unwinding at the radiant party zone. Here, everyone becomes a fashion storyteller, immersed in a star-studded experience where they take center stage.

TV entertainment area

In the TV entertainment zone, you can co-host "Happy Camp" with host He Jiong; step into the Qing Dynasty to relive the palace intrigue of "Empresses in the Palace" with Sun Li as Zhen Huan and Nicky Wu as the Fourth Prince; meet Hu Ge in his Mei Changsu costume from the hit drama "Nirvana in Fire"; don't miss the world's first robotic wax figure—Jing Boran with the creature Huba from "Monster Hunt"; then enter the Republic of China era to explore the mysteries of "The Mystic Nine" with William Chan in his dashing military uniform as Zhang Qishan.

Music Dream Factory

Music Dream Factory brings together top music legends from around the world, including Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson, SHE, TFboys, Hua Chenyu, Li Yuchun, Jam Hsiao, and Han Geng. Join them for an electrifying performance and even dance alongside the world's first virtual singer Luo Tianyi in an AR cross-dimensional experience.

Royal Gardens Section

Next, you'll be transported to Buckingham Palace for a Royal Garden Party. Stroll through the back gardens and experience British aristocratic charm. Learn proper royal etiquette from the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, then enjoy afternoon tea with Queen Elizabeth II for a truly regal experience.

The venue also features more popular areas:

inUniversal Studios ZoneMeet stars created from the black-and-white film era to today's cinema, and share breakfast at Tiffany's with Audrey Hepburn.

inSports ZonePlay basketball with international stars like Kobe Bryant and Yao Ming, and learn sports tips from Olympic champions such as Guo Jingjing, Liu Xiang, Sun Yang, Li Xiaopeng, and Zou Shiming.



The celebrity wax figures at Madame Tussauds Shanghai may also tour nationally from time to time. For more information on touring exhibitions, follow the official Weibo and WeChat accounts.

The spectacular audiovisual effects and exciting interactive experiences immerse you in famous eras or scenes, allowing you to get up close with your beloved idols and feel the charm of celebrities.