Shanghai Museum of Public Security

**★★★★★ Billy Ng (鋼) — 7 years ago

Many interesting things, including fire service and Public Safety. So sad that I come too late. Don't have enough time to complete. People there nice. If you are able speak Chinese, they are willing to talk. BTW, THEY CLOSE AT 4

**★★★★☆ Me Ean — 7 months ago

I really enjoyed this museum. Unfortunately I don’t speak Mandarin so I had to use google translate for nearly all of the exhibits. You need a full day to appreciate the museum. There was no entry fee just proof of identification. There is more than two floors of exhibits. I could not see anywhere either inside or in close vicinity to get something to eat. Bathrooms were very clean. If you are interested in law enforcement or true crime you will really enjoy this museum.

**★★★★☆ Zach Heise — 7 years ago

When the Chinese set out to make a state owned museum, they do NOT skimp on the details. 3 floors of fascinating and detailed exhibits. Free to look at! I only wish that they would consider adding English translations to more of the items, but the Google Translate by camera system worked well (have your VPN ready of course) and translated very clearly.

**★★★☆☆ Mugi Yamamoto — 2 years ago

Shanghai public security museum was established in September 1999 as the first museum of its kind in China. It is divided in nine section: Public Security History, Police Heroes, Criminal Investigation in Shanghai, Public Order Administration, Traffic Control, Prisons and Detention Stations, Fire Prevention, Police Gear and Police Communication Relics. The relics cover over 100 years of Police and Fire department history, since their establishment in Shanghai in 1854. Unfortunately everything ex

**★★★☆☆ Mike X — 6 years ago

Free (bring ID) but very limited English signage. Otherwise lots of pieces on display across 3 floors. Easy to access using the subway too.