📅 Itinerary Mornin

📅 Itinerary Morning Stroll & Architecture (1–2 hr) • Wander the 1.17 km stretch of Wukang Road, admiring 37+ protected historic buildings with European styles—French Renaissance, Mediterranean, Spanish, English country, and Art Deco . • Snap photos of Wukang Mansion (Normandie Apartments) at Huaihai Middle Road—an iconic French-Renaissance wedge-shaped landmark built 1924 by László Hudec . Midday Cultural Stops & Museums • Visit Soong Ching-ling’s Former Residence at 1843 Huaihai E Rd—White villa with tranquil gardens, museum open 9:00–16:30, entry ~20 RMB . • Drop by Former Residence of Ba Jin at No. 113—Spanish-style home-turned-writer’s museum (free or nominal fee) . • (Optional) Explore the Propaganda Poster Art Centre nearby on Huashan Rd . Afternoon Café Break & Boutiques • Head to Anfu Road / Hunan Road junction for hip cafés (Laomai, Rumors, Gathering) and concept stores like LOOKNOW & To Summer . • Unwind with specialty coffee or light brunch at cozy, tree-lined spots. Late Afternoon & Evening • Continue your architectural walk along Anfu Road. • Grab dinner at a local bistro or tapas bar—consider RACBAR or tapas lounge Azul near Wukang Road . 🍴 Food Recommendations Brunch & Cafés • RACBAR (322 Anfu Rd): all-day brunch, natural wines, crêpes in charming courtyard . • Laomai Café (439 Wukang Rd): vintage vibes, peach-resin coffee, vinyl records . • Rumors Coffee Roastery (9 Hunan Rd): specialty-roast beans, minimalist style . • Gathering (137 Wukang Rd): Zen patio with greenery, jasmine brew  📌 Tips • Best time to visit: Spring & autumn when London plane trees create green or golden tunnels . • Walking tours: Use Wukang Road Tourist Info Center at No. 393 for maps and models . • Transport: Metro Line 10/11 to “Jiaotong University” → ~10 min walk . • Time needed: Allocate ~1–2 hours for main road, add ~1–2 hours for cafés and cultural sites. • Photography tips: Golden hour along Wutong trees—magical light & low crowds  . • Combine walks: Add Anfu & Fuxing roads for more cafés, galleries, and boutique shopping . • Local vibe: Mix of history and trendiness—ideal for leisurely exploration rather than rushed sightseeing.