Getting off the metro is usually all about rushing from one place to another, but in Shanghai, there is one station that truly deserves you to slow down. Yu Garden Metro Station, known as the deepest metro station in the city, is also one of the most visually striking and artistic stations you should not miss.
The station’s iconic wave-shaped ceiling is often said to resemble the flow of the Huangpu River, while some decribes it reflects the rhythmic pulse at the heart of Shanghai. Whichever the interpretation, its beauty is undeniable. Soft, dancing illumination runs along the ceiling, with colour-changing light effects that feel almost therapeutic, turning a daily commute into a moment of calm and wonder.
Located in the historic Huangpu District, Yu Garden Metro Station sits at the gateway to cultural landmarks such as Yu Garden and the City God Temple. Serving as an interchange for Metro Lines 10 and 14, it connects travelers to many key urban areas across the city.
If Yu Garden is already on your itinerary, this station will naturally be part of your journey, but it is also worth making a special trip just to admire its architecture from different angles. Sometimes, the journey itself becomes the destination.
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