[2025 Shanghai Attraction] Travel Guide for Shanghai Xujiahui Library (Updated Apr)

Xujiahui Library is a beautiful library in the Xujiahui district that reopened in 2023 after renovations. It has two basement levels and three above-ground floors, with an open central atrium that gives a sense of spaciousness. A 3D-printed monument with a Chinese aesthetic is also placed in the center. On the first floor of the library, there is an attached café. From the terrace on the second floor, you can get a high view of the neighboring Xujiahui Cathedral, and from the third floor, you can overlook the entire library through the central atrium. Most of the books in the library are in Chinese, so it might be challenging to read them if you don't understand the language. However, experiencing how Chinese people engage with books can be a valuable experience. Enjoy the library's atmosphere. Address: 158 Caoxi North Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai Access: Shanghai Metro Line 1 and Line 11 Xujiahui Station (Exit 3) (Next to Xujiahui Cathedral) Closed: Mondays Opening Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM) Admission: Free There are staff in suits at the entrance, but you can enter without any checks (as of 2025).

#discoverchina Xujiahui Academy stands out with its unique architectural style, blending traditional Chinese curved eaves and Western brickwork. This harmonious mix creates a captivating aesthetic that embodies the beauty of East meets West. The vibrant stained glass windows and soaring spires add a touch of elegance, making the academy an architectural masterpiece. It’s a perfect destination for those who appreciate cultural harmony and intricate design. 📖✨🏛️

Xujiahui is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Shanghai, offering much more than just its famous cathedral ⛪. If you're visiting the city, this area is an absolute must-see ✅! Although Xujiahui Cathedral is beautiful, don't stop just there! Xujiahui Library 📚 is another highlight, with its elegant design and peaceful reading spaces. Then, take a break in the Xujiahui Park 🌳, a green oasis perfect for a relaxing stroll. To complete the experience, walk among the stunning skyscrapers 🏙️ that define the area's skyline. The mix of modernity and tradition makes Xujiahui a truly unique place. #chinatravelitinerary

Tucked away in the bustling city of Shanghai, the Xujiahui Library is an absolute treasure for book lovers and history enthusiasts alike! The stunning architecture, blending classical elegance with modern touches, makes it more than just a library—it’s a cultural landmark where time seems to slow down. ⏳✨ From the grand reading halls to the peaceful study corners, every part of this library exudes a deep appreciation for knowledge and literature. Whether you’re diving into ancient texts or simply admiring the intricate design, this place is a true sanctuary for the mind. 📚 Travel Tip: Visit on a weekday for a quieter experience, and don’t forget to explore the nearby Xujiahui Cathedral and parks for a perfect cultural day out! 📍 Location: Xujiahui Library, Shanghai #XujiahuiLibrary #ShanghaiExplored #LibraryLove #CulturalLandmark #BookishHeaven #BeautifulArchitecture #HiddenGems #ShanghaiDiaries

The former site of the Xujiahui Catholic Library Although there are no neon lights of Huanghe Road, nor the strong aroma of coffee on Jinxian Road, there is only the chant of a hundred-year Gothic style. It is known as the largest cathedral in the Far East. Next to it is the Xujiahui Academy, which has a literary atmosphere. Similarly bustling with people coming and going, might this 'wharf' have its own unique charm?

| Xujiahui Library: The earliest existing modern library in Magic City. If Xujiahui is the cultural vein of Shanghai, this description is not an exaggeration. Here, not only is the first school of Western learning in the East - Xuhui Public School, but also the earliest existing modern library in Shanghai, which was established in 1847, the Xujiahui Library. The library was initially built by the Shanghai Catholic Jesuit Society, for the collection of various books from the East and West. The existing two white brick and wood structures - ✅The south building was built in 1867, originally the residence of the priests, also known as the Godfather Building. After several renovations, it has become the current four-story sloping roof, with an external corridor-style building. Now it is a branch of the Shanghai Library, entering the corridor, facing the LED screen, playing a documentary about the library. The reading room is equipped with dark green retro desk lamps, creating a quiet and warm atmosphere. It's not as open and bright as other branches of the Shanghai Library, but it has a unique sense of historical heaviness. ✅The north building was built in 1897, a two-story double-sloped roof building. This is the library of that year, also known as the 'Huitang Stone Room', the Big Book Room or the Scripture Library. The design of the library fully reflects the essence of the combination of Chinese and Western. 👉🏻The upper floor is the Western book library, the layout design imitates the Vatican Library; 👉🏻The lower floor is the Chinese book library, adopting the style of Ningbo Tianyi Pavilion, connected by a large open space with six small open spaces, which coincides with the saying in the 'Book of Changes' that 'Heaven gives birth to water, and the earth forms it'. 🎈In the 1990s, when the Xujiahui area was building the Metro Line 1, the original plan was to demolish this north building. Many well-known literati at the time have called for the preservation of this building of great historical significance, finally decided to transform a small room on the outermost layer of the library into a white arched pedestrian passage, and the more than 170-year-old Xujiahui Library still stands, still immersed in the lingering fragrance of books. ------------ 🔆Xujiahui Library Shanghai Library Xujiahui Library 📍Address: No. 80, Caoxi North Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai