Photo: 王聖方 / Google Mapsbauma CHINA 2026: Dates and Hotels
bauma CHINA 2026 runs 24 to 27 November at Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), Shanghai. 281,488 attendees
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Where to stay for bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI) 2026: the closest hotels to Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) are in Pudong Longyang Road / Kerry Pudong and Century Park, with Lujiazui a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
bauma CHINA (bauma Shanghai) is Asia's largest international trade fair for construction machinery, building-material machines, mining machines and construction vehicles, held every two years in November at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) in the Pudong district. It gathers equipment manufacturers, component suppliers, contractors and buyers from across Asia and the world, filling both indoor halls and large outdoor demonstration areas. For a hotel-booking traveller, SNIEC's Pudong location matters: it sits in the eastern Huamu/Longyang Road area, served by Metro Line 7 with a major interchange at Longyang Road (Lines 2, 7, 16, 18 and the Maglev). Staying near Line 7 or the Longyang Road hub gives a direct, traffic-free ride to the halls, while central Pudong (Lujiazui) and downtown Puxi offer more dining a longer metro ride away. Because bauma CHINA is a huge biennial event, hotels near SNIEC and along Line 7 fill early, so booking ahead protects both rate and proximity.
Popular areas for attendees: Pudong Longyang Road / Kerry Pudong · Century Park · Lujiazui.
- SNIEC sits in Pudong on Metro Line 7, so a Line 7 or Longyang Road hotel gives a direct ride to the halls.
- bauma CHINA is a huge biennial show with large outdoor areas, so proximity saves time across long days.
- Hotels near SNIEC and along Line 7 fill early for this major event, so booking ahead protects rate and location.
- Central Pudong and downtown Puxi offer more dining but a longer metro ride each way.
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 24 Nov to 27 Nov 2026
- Venue
- Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)
- City
- Shanghai, China
- Airport
- PVG
- Attendance
- 281,488
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Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Mon, Nov 23 → Thu, Nov 26, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
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Where should you eat during bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI)?
CIIE and the auto shows stretch the city. Hongqiao fills first. Line 2 is your dining artery: banquet rooms for hosting partners at one end, xiaolongbao counters at the other.
Photo: Chloe Vivier / Google MapsXin Rong Ji (Nanyang Road)
Taizhou haute Chinese · seafood
Jing'an, Line 2 direct to NECC (~30 min)
Flagship of the revered Xin Rong Ji group: two Michelin stars, private rooms, impeccable seafood-led Taizhou cooking. The safest high-end choice for hosting Chinese partners.
Tip: Book a private room well ahead during CIIE week; let staff guide market-price seafood to control the bill.
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Photo: Vanessa Lee / Google Maps8½ Otto e Mezzo Bombana
Contemporary Italian
Rockbund, the Bund: ~25 min by car from SNIEC
Umberto Bombana's two-Michelin-star Italian room with skyline views toward Pudong: the polished Western-format client dinner.
Tip: Request a window table; the set business lunch is far better value.
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Photo: pyororong pyongpyong (Mr. Pyo) / Google MapsOld Jesse
Classic Shanghainese
Tianping Rd, former French Concession: ~25 min from NECC
Tiny, perpetually packed institution: many locals call it the city's definitive old-school Shanghainese kitchen. Red-braised pork worth the squeeze.
Tip: Reserve, and pre-order the salted chicken and fish head by phone a day ahead.
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Photo: Barrett Ishida / Google MapsJia Jia Tang Bao
Xiaolongbao · since 1986
Huanghe Rd, People's Square: Line 2 to both venues
Shanghai's most famous soup-dumpling counter, hand-pleating to order. Fast, cheap, unmissable between meetings.
Tip: Order the pork-and-crab-roe basket: popular fillings sell out by evening.
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Photo: Markus Eichel / Google MapsHaidilao (The Hub, Hongqiao)
Sichuan hot pot
The Hub mall, one stop from NECC
China's service-obsessed hot pot chain, attached to Hongqiao station next to the NECC. English-friendly, open very late: the easy team dinner.
Tip: Kitchens run past midnight; queues come with free snacks and manicures.
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Photo: Akira Kato / Google MapsManner Coffee
Specialty coffee
Changning, on the Line 2 corridor to Hongqiao/NECC
Shanghai's homegrown specialty-coffee success story: excellent flat whites at a fraction of hotel prices, branches all over Hongqiao and Jing'an.
Tip: Order via the app to skip the queue; BYO cup for a discount.
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How do you get to bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI)?
From Pudong Airport (PVG)
- Shanghai Pudong International is on the same eastern side of the city as SNIEC, roughly 30-40 minutes by taxi.
- By metro, take Line 2 toward the city and change to Line 7 for Huamu Road, near the SNIEC halls.
- The Maglev plus Metro Line 7 is a fast option toward the Longyang Road/Huamu Road area.
From Hongqiao Airport (SHA) or high-speed rail
- From Hongqiao, take Metro Line 2 eastbound across the city, then change to Line 7 toward Huamu Road.
- Hongqiao Railway Station connects to national high-speed rail on the western side of the city.
- Allow extra cross-city time from Hongqiao, as SNIEC sits in Pudong to the east.
How do you get around during bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI)?
Metro Line 7 to the venue
- Huamu Road station on Metro Line 7 is the closest stop to the SNIEC halls in Pudong.
- Longyang Road interchanges Lines 2, 7, 16, 18 and the Maglev, widening hotel options.
- Buy a rechargeable transit card or use Alipay/WeChat QR entry; trains are crowded on show mornings.
Taxi and ride-hailing
- Didi is the dominant app; pre-save the SNIEC address in Chinese characters for drivers.
- Metered taxis are plentiful but drivers rarely speak English.
- Expect queues and surge demand at the hall exits when the show closes.
Do you need a visa for bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI)?
Visa-free and transit options
- China has expanded visa-free entry for many nationalities and offers extended visa-free transit (currently up to 240 hours) through eligible ports including Shanghai for qualifying travellers.
- Some passport holders can enter for short stays without a visa under recent unilateral schemes; rules and durations change often.
- Transit visa-free entry generally requires an onward ticket to a third country.
Advance visa (most business visitors)
- Many business travellers still need a Chinese visa (typically an M business visa) obtained in advance from a Chinese embassy or visa centre.
- Apply well ahead, as appointment slots tighten before major fairs.
- An invitation letter from the fair or a Chinese partner is usually required for a business visa.
Entry rules change; confirm current requirements with the China embassy or official immigration site before booking travel.
First time at bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI)?
- Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay with a foreign card before you travel, as cash and foreign cards are rarely convenient.
- Install a VPN and download offline maps before arrival, as some Western apps are restricted in China.
- SNIEC has large outdoor demonstration areas, so wear comfortable shoes and dress for November weather.
- Carry your passport for hotel check-in and mandatory foreign-guest registration.
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Stay near Metro Line 7 (Huamu Road) or the Longyang Road interchange for the shortest, traffic-free commute.
- Midweek trade days are calmer than the opening.
- Use the metro to avoid Pudong road congestion and taxi surges at hall exits.
- Set up mobile payment with a foreign card before you travel, as cash is rarely used.
bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI) travel FAQs
When is bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI) 2026?
bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI) takes place 24 Nov to 27 Nov 2026 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) in Shanghai, China.
Where is bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI) held?
bauma CHINA (bauma SHANGHAI) is held at Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) in Shanghai, China. The nearest airport is PVG.
Where should I stay for bauma CHINA?
Stay near Metro Line 7 (Huamu Road) or the Longyang Road interchange in Pudong for the shortest ride to SNIEC. Central Pudong (Lujiazui) and downtown Puxi offer more dining with a longer metro ride.
How much do hotels cost during bauma CHINA?
Rates vary by star level and rise during the biennial fair as Pudong hotels fill. Booking early secures better value than waiting until inventory is scarce.
How early should I book hotels for bauma CHINA?
Book several weeks to a few months ahead. As a huge biennial event, bauma CHINA fills SNIEC-area hotels early, with rates climbing closer to the dates.
Which airport do I fly into for bauma CHINA?
Pudong (PVG) is on the same eastern side of the city as SNIEC, roughly 30-40 minutes by taxi. Hongqiao (SHA) is farther across the city and requires a longer metro or taxi trip.
How do I get from the airport to the venue?
From Pudong, take a taxi in about 30-40 minutes, or Metro Line 2 and change to Line 7 for Huamu Road near the halls. From Hongqiao, ride Line 2 east then change to Line 7.
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The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 2 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Pudong Zhangjiang★★★ | 5.0 km | ~17 min ride | US$254 |
| Holiday Inn Express Shanghai New Jinqiao★★★ | 8.5 km | ~28 min ride | US$158 |
| Holiday Inn Express Shanghai Tangzhen★★★ | 8.6 km | ~28 min ride | US$195 |
| Shangtex Hotel Shanghai★★★ | 10.9 km | ~35 min ride | US$102 |
More hotels close to Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC)
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorsett Shanghai★★★★ | 1.2 km | ~6 min ride | US$543 |
| LJZ Supreme Tower Hotel★★★★★ | 2.0 km | ~8 min ride | US$400 |
| Luxemon Hotel Shanghai Pudong★★★★ | 3.0 km | ~11 min ride | US$152 |
| Evergreen Laurel Hotel Shanghai★★★★ | 3.7 km | ~13 min ride | US$289 |
| Green Court Res Jinqiao Diamond Shanghai★★★★ | 4.1 km | ~14 min ride | US$234 |
| Green Court Premier Serviced Apartments Jinqiao★★★★★ | 4.2 km | ~15 min ride | US$236 |
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