If you are into art, like visiting art galleries or taking photos of others at a unique location, I would recommend Mogashan Road Art Center just at the edge of Suzhou Creek, not too far from the city.
The center itself is converted from a some old factories and warehouses. Many of the rooms and offices from these ex factories and warehouse are then converted into galleries themselves forming a maze and labyrinth of offices, residential apartments and art galleries. Some entrances may look small and hidden away somewhere but inside it could be a big and interesting gallery. I visited the place and had a great time randomly entering into different galleries, at different levels, different entrances and different exits.
Though spartan at many quarters, each has its own character and theme. If you feel like buying one or two art pieces, most of them are available for sale. I saw some amateur photographers taking pictures of aspiring models there too.
After some exhaustive leg work walking around the 50 odd galleries there, there is even a book store for you to buy some related books and souvenirs. The cafe there is a must visit in fact, one of the coziest I have visited in Shanghai.
Some pics from my visit:










I thought it would be a good idea to share what camera gear I use. I use a Canon EOS500D with EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM zoom lens. 

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