Family & Guests

If you’re planning to attend the commencement in Shanghai, the following checklist will help ensure that you have an enjoyable and memorable day with your graduate.  

Plan Your Visit

If you are planning to visit your graduate in Shanghai for longer than just Commencement day, please consider making arrangements for the week following the Ceremony. The week prior to the Ceremony will be a busy one for graduates, as they will be participating in class-only festivities and saying goodbye to their classmates and friends.

Apply for a Visa

International guests should check with their local Chinese embassy or consulate to determine if a visa is required for their visit and apply in good time.

Here is the Chinese Visa for Family Members Guide for your reference, created by the Office of Student Mobility (shanghai.student-mobility@nyu.edu)

Book Lodging

To secure a discounted room, reserve using an NYU domain email address. Your graduate should make this reservation on your behalf.

Hotels Information

Artyzen Habitat Qiantan Shanghai & The Shàng by Artyzen Qiantan Shanghai
+86 21 50278888
reservations.qtn@artyzenhotels.com
Distance to New Bund Campus: 280m walking distance

Artyzen NEW BUND 31 Shanghai
reservations.aznbu@artyzenhotels.com
Distance to New Bund Campus: 500m walking distance

Shangri-La Qiantan Shanghai
+86 21 50308888
resteam.cnsha004@shangri-la.com
Distance to New Bund Campus: 400m walking distance

Kimpton Qiantan Shanghai
reservation@kimptonshanghai.com
Distance to New Bund Campus: 800m walking distance

Visiting Shanghai
Check out the city’s Official Travel Information website

Shanghai Metro

Shanghai has a very convenient and extensive public transport system. The Shanghai Metro is a cheap and popular way to explore Shanghai. NYU Shanghai, the Commencement venue, and most attractions in downtown Shanghai can be easily reached by metro. 

Shanghai Metro map