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Canton 8
Two MICHELIN stars
About Canton 8
Canton 8 on Runan Street holds two MICHELIN stars, yet the guide places it in its ¥¥ price band, which makes it one of the most accessible two-star meals in the city.
Why it's on our list
- Two MICHELIN stars (2026)
- Cantonese
- Old City
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Canton 8 before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from Canton 8 are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Xintiandi2.1 kmWalk 26 minCycle 8 minCar or taxi 10 min
- Yu Garden2.8 kmWalk 36 minCycle 11 minCar or taxi 12 min
- Shanghai Museum (People’s Square)2.9 kmWalk 37 minCycle 12 minCar or taxi 12 min
- The Bund3.5 kmWalk 44 minCycle 14 minCar or taxi 13 min
- Shanghai Tower4.1 kmCycle 16 minCar or taxi 15 min
- Jing’an Temple4.3 kmCycle 17 minCar or taxi 15 min
- Wukang Mansion4.3 kmCycle 17 minCar or taxi 15 min
- West Bund Museum4.3 kmCycle 17 minCar or taxi 15 min
- Oriental Pearl TV Tower4.4 kmCycle 18 minCar or taxi 16 min
- Shanghai Museum East5.7 kmCycle 23 minCar or taxi 19 min