Shanghai People’s Square Metro Station (人民广场地铁站) is one of the busiest transit hubs in the city, serving as a crucial interchange for Lines 1, 2, and 8. With 18 exits, it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. This guide provides detailed information about each exit, helping you navigate efficiently and avoid unnecessary detours. Whether you’re heading to popular attractions, dining spots, or shopping centers, understanding the layout of the station will enhance your experience in this vibrant area. Notably, exits 4 and 13 are not present, so keep that in mind as you plan your journey.
Service Range
The station spans a wide area:
- West: South-North Elevated Road
- East: Fujian Middle Road
- South: Yan’an Elevated Road
- North: Suzhou River Bank
Exit Information
The exits are categorized based on their corresponding metro lines. Below is a breakdown:
- Exits for Lines 1 and 8: 1, 2, 3, 5, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20
- Exits for Line 2: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18
Detailed Exit Information
Exit 1: People’s Square (人民广场)
- Nearby Attractions: A popular spot for feeding pigeons and enjoying the music fountain.
- Nearby Locations: Shanghai Museum (上海博物馆), Dimy Shopping Center (迪美购物中心), and Wusheng Road Bus Hub .
Exits 2 and 3:
- Location: West side of Xizang Middle Road (西藏中路), near Renmin Avenue North.
- Nearby Attractions: Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall (上海城市规划展示馆), Shanghai Municipal Government (上海市政府), and Shanghai Grand Theatre (上海大剧院).
- Note: These exits are only for Lines 1 and 8.
Exits 5, 6, 7, and 19:
- Location: These four exits are situated in the same sunken plaza near Xizang Middle Road (西藏中路).
- Important: For Lines 1 and 8, use exits 5 and 19, while for Line 2, use exits 6 and 7.
- Nearby Attractions: Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street (南京路步行街), New World City (新世界城), and various shopping centers.
Exit 8:
- Nearby Locations: Huasheng Street (华盛街), Shanghai International Hotel (上海国际饭店), Huanghe Road (黄河路), Shanghai Sports Museum (上海体育博物馆), and more.
Exits 9 and 10:
- Nearby Attractions: People’s Park Main Entrance, Marriage Market, and Daguangming Cinema (大光明电影院).
- Additional: Häagen-Dazs (Park Store).
Exit 11:
- Nearby Attractions: Shanghai History Museum (上海历史博物馆), De Da Western Restaurant (德大西餐社), Gong Delin (功德林, 南京西路店), Shanghai Changzheng Hospital (上海长征医院), and more.
Exit 12:
- Nearby Location: Side entrance of People’s Park, located at the western end of Jiujing Road.
Exit 14:
- Nearby Attractions: Peace Cinema (和平影都), Mu’en Church (沐恩堂), People’s Grand Stage (人民大舞台), and Hankou Road.
Exit 15:
- Nearby Locations: Shanghai Raffles Plaza (上海来福士广场), Fuzhou Road Shanghai Book City (福州路上海书城, 福州路店), and Tianchan Yifu Theatre (天蟾逸夫舞台).
Exit 16:
- Nearby Location: Side entrance of People’s Park.
Exits 17 and 18:
- Location: On the second floor of the large triangular transfer hall (大三角换乘厅).
- Nearby Attractions: Kaiser Ling (凯司令) and Manji Dessert (满记甜品).
Exit 20:
- Location: West side of Jiujing Road (九江路) and Xizang Middle Road (西藏中路).
- Features: Bus card recharge point located inside the station.
Restroom Information
Inside the Station: Restrooms are available on the platforms for Lines 1, 2, and 8.
Outside the Station: Restrooms can be found near Exits 1, 16, and 8.