Popular rural cafes in Shanghai

In Shanghai, there are plenty of rural cafes offering a peaceful escape amid nature's beauty.

01 Songjian 

Songjian offers quaint interior decor and a variety of snacks and drinks. Nearby is the Shanghai Songze Archaeological Site Museum, a great place to learn about Shanghai's history.
Location: No 31 Songze village, Zhaoxiang town, Qingpu district
Open: Daily from 9 am to 8 pm

02 Hula

Surrounded by flowers and plants, Hula is a haven of serenity. It's a great spot for DIY enthusiasts to design their own cakes and brew tea over a stove with friends.
Location: No 666 Huguang village, Maogang town, Songjiang district
Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5:30 pm

03 Coffee-Sweet-Food 

Coffee-Sweet-Food offers a peaceful retreat with swinging chairs, a green lawn, and a beautiful courtyard. The cafe has a seasonal menu including various drinks and cakes.
Location: No 611 Liyao village, Qingcun town, Fengxian district
Open: Monday to Friday, 11 am to 6 pm; Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to 7 pm

04 515 Cafe Arts Centre 

515 Cafe Arts Centre is an industrial-style cafe with a unique exterior featuring hand-painted wall lettering. It offers a range of coffee flavors inspired by local specialties and sells cultural products like mugs and fridge magnets.
Location: No 515 Honghai Highway, Miaozhen town, Chongming district
Open: Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 6 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 9:30 am to 7 pm

05 Garden Cafe

Garden Cafe, surrounded by lush grass and blooming flowers, provides a relaxing oasis in natural surroundings. The cafe offers services for agriculture enthusiasts and features floral art alongside freshly brewed coffee.
Location: No 3300 Guanghua Road, Minhang district
Open: Daily from 8:30 am to 4 pm

06 Harmony Cafe

Surrounded by lush greenery, this cafe is the ideal place to enjoy scenic views of lakes and ponds while savoring a cup of coffee.
Location: No 1195-1 Gaoqiao, at the intersection of Gaoqiao Road and Dangli Road, Jinshan district
Open: Daily from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm

(Sources: WeChat account of Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, cafes mentioned above)
Source: Intl Services Shanghai