# Explore Shanghai — Shanghai Metro map

> Shanghai metro map and route planner, works offline. (iPhone/iPad app by ExploreMetro.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-shanghai/id340706615 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ExploreMetro](https://appshunter.io/developer/340706618)
- Category: Travel, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 1,316 App Store ratings · 265 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 53 MB
- Languages: Hindi, American English, Korean, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2009-11-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-shanghai/id340706615/reviews.md

## What is Explore Shanghai?

Recommended by CNN and Lonely Planet, this is Shanghai's best subway map! Up-to-date with all the metro lines; Works offline; Routeplanner, GPS, Street maps; English and Chinese included.

Download the app completely free! The free app is ad-supported. Upgrade to VIP features if you'd like to get extra features, remove ads and support future development!

WHY EXPLOREMETRO?

1. Fully up-to-date
Accurate metro map, includes every station on every line. Free updates for future station openings and timetable changes.

2. Designed for the latest devices
Our gorgeous maps have been fully redesigned for the latest iOS devices. Runs on all iOS11-14 devices.

3. Designed for iPad 
Specially redesigned interface for the larger iPad screen with split screen. Drag and drop station names, tips, maps and timetables into other apps.

4. Street maps for every station 
Need to get your bearings at a station? Integrated Street maps show you metro exits and nearby streets for every station.

5. Route-planner 
A really easy route-planner. Get route and time information for any journey with just three taps.

6. "Find my nearest station" 
Using your GPS, see a list of the closest metro stations to your current location.

7. Works offline 
Everything works without an Internet connection. Search stations and plan routes on the go.

UPGRADE TO VIP FOR EVEN MORE FEATURES

I've been developing this app for more than 10 years. Upgrading to VIP helps support future development of the app. VIP users get additional features, like NO ADS, accurate prices for every journey, first/last train times, offline street maps, tips at every station, and a general warm fuzzy feeling.

REVIEWS

CNN Travel: "These maps are very easy on the eye and simple to navigate. They work offline and also include free updates of stations that have yet to be completed, operating hours and schedules." 

Lonely Planet: "Easy to use, up to date and work offline. Very handy, especially when they've run out of paper maps at the stations."

SUGGESTIONS

We'd love to hear your comments and suggestions on ways to improve the app. Please contact us via support@exploremetro.com, as we can't respond to comments left in the reviews.

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Shanghai Shentong Metro Group Co. , Ltd requires that we add the following disclaimer:

"Explore Shanghai is not the official App of Shanghai Metro, and it is in no way associated with Shanghai Shentong Metro Group Co. , Ltd., nor does it pretend to represent them"

## Key features

- Up-to-date metro map
- Offline functionality
- Route planner
- GPS nearest station finder
- Integrated street maps
- English and Chinese support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP mode | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Explore Shanghai?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Efficient route planning
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🗺️ Accurate and up-to-date maps
- 🔊 Voice announcements for station names
- 💰 Helpful fare and travel time information

**Cons**

- 🐛 Missing new metro lines and stations
- 🗺️ Lack of offline street maps
- 💰 Paid features not worth the cost
- 🔄 Restore purchases not working
- 📢 Ads in paid version

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes on certain devices
- Nearest station feature not working
- Inaccurate route planning and travel times

**Most requested features**

- Offline street maps with station exits
- Chinese character support for station names
- Integration with Google Maps for directions
- Customizable route planning options
- Closure times for specific metro lines

## Recent user reviews (10 of 265)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/explore-shanghai/id340706615/reviews.md

### 1/5 — NSFW articles

*2026-08-04*

Why are you advertising porn on this app

### 5/5 — Obligatory App

*2026-06-04*

I’ve used this app for more than 10 years and many of the partner apps for other cities. You will not find a quicker and more reliable guide to navigating public transportation around the world.

### 5/5 — The best app

*2026-05-21*

Been using this app since 7-8 years - the best app - updated, user friendly

### 5/5 — เข้าใจง่าย

*2026-03-04, version 20.1.0*

อ้างอิงในการเดินทาง ไม่รกสายตา

### 5/5 — Excellent service

*2026-02-21, version 20.1.0*

When I need to go somewhere else I enjoy using this app to see what lines of the metro I need to take.

### 1/5 — Does not offer directions

*2026-02-20*

Just a map. Can show which lines to take somewhere, but no route suggestions or timings

### 5/5 — Понятно и удобно

*2025-11-07*

Супер!

### 5/5 — Très bonne application

*2025-09-21*

Bien conviviale comme application et très utile pour explorer Shanghaï !

### 5/5 — Metro SH

*2025-08-24*

Très bonne appli et stations classées par ligne ce qui facilite pour avoir les estimations de durée des trajets et changements

### 2/5 — Line & map issue

*2025-08-20*

It doesn’t show the Jinshan railway

## Frequently asked questions about Explore Shanghai

### What does this app do?

This app provides an up-to-date offline map of the Shanghai metro system. It includes a route planner, GPS functionality to find the nearest stations, and integrated street maps showing metro exits and surrounding areas for every station.

### What are the key features of the free version?

The free version offers a fully up-to-date metro map, route planning, GPS station finder, street maps for each station, and works completely offline. It supports both English and Chinese languages and is ad-supported.

### How can I get more features or remove ads?

You can upgrade to VIP features to remove ads, gain access to accurate journey prices, first/last train times, offline street maps, and station tips. This upgrade also supports the continued development of the app.

### Is this app compatible with my device?

The app is designed for the latest iOS devices and runs on all iOS 11-14 devices. It also features a specially redesigned interface for iPads, supporting split-screen functionality.

### When would I use this app?

This app is ideal for navigating Shanghai's metro system, whether you're a tourist or a local. It's particularly useful when you need to plan routes, find the nearest station using GPS, or get your bearings at an exit, especially without an internet connection.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 20.1.0 — 2025-12-27

Line 18 Phase II extension into Baoshan, featuring a new transfer to Line 1 at Hulan Road.

### 20.0.0 — 2025-11-24

New Line 2 station at Panxiang Road · Shanghai National Accounting Institute. Catchy.

New Liquid Glass appearance for iOS26

### 19.8.4 — 2025-06-04

Fix black background on map.

### 19.8.3 — 2025-06-02

Fixed issue where map was blank at launch in VIP mode.

### 19.8.2 — 2024-12-29

New Airport Link Line

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All apps by ExploreMetro: https://appshunter.io/developer/340706618

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