Walk the Lujiazui skywalk for that futuristic blade runner aesthetic before hitting the 118th floor of the Shanghai Tower. Midday is hazy; aim for blue hour to watch the skyscrapers flip their lights on. Skip the generic ferry and splurge on the VIP Huangpu River Cruise to see the skyline without the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds. Two hours is enough for the highlights unless you're hitting the high-end malls. Bring your wide-angle lens for the Bund views.
