Shanghai Fuxing INS – All Access Ticket for 7 nightclubs

Shanghai Fuxing INS turns one city-center nightlife complex into a full evening of club hopping. One pass gives you entry to a series of venues in the same building, so you can move from a basement room to rooftop-level clubs without arranging taxis between stops. I like the seven-hour format and the simple plan: arrive, collect your access, and see what suits you. I also like that drinks are included, especially the unlimited drinks at FRiENDS.

The catch is important: the advertised $1.35 is only a placeholder, not the ticket price. You pay the official ticket cost plus a service fee, and booking through this help service costs more than arranging the pass yourself on WeChat. The venue list also names eight clubs even though the pass is described as covering seven, so confirm the exact lineup before paying.

Key points to know before booking

• One building, several club floors: The listed venues run from Freshman in the basement to La Fin and Another Side on the sixth floor.
• Drinks are part of the pass: You receive one drink at each included club and unlimited drinks at FRiENDS.
• Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday cost less: The current official rate is ¥180 after the booking charge on those nights.
• Friday and Saturday cost more: Expect about ¥310 after the booking charge, with possible extra fees for major performers.
• Tony handles the booking: He contacts you after purchase and books only after you have paid the actual ticket cost.
• This is not a guided pub crawl: There is no guide service, hotel pickup, or drop-off, and the experience is limited to adults.

What the Shanghai Fuxing INS pass really offers

INS is presented as Shanghai’s largest nightlife area, and the appeal is easy to understand. Instead of choosing one club from a long list across the city, you can sample several rooms under one roof. That makes the evening less about committing to one music style and more about finding the room that fits your mood.

The experience lasts about seven hours. That is long enough for a full night out, but you should not read the duration as a promise that someone will lead you from club to club. You arrange your own evening inside the complex. The service helps you secure access, but once you are there, you are on your own.

The pass includes a drink at each club and unlimited drinks at FRiENDS. For a person who plans to visit several rooms, this can make the total price easier to justify. If you only want one club and a short night, the pass may be poor value.

The club floors, from Freshman to Another Side

The venues are spread across the building, giving you a natural route through the night. The exact operating lineup can change, so treat the list as a guide rather than a guarantee. Still, these are the rooms included in the supplied pass details.

Freshman, B1 to 1F

Freshman occupies the basement and first-floor levels. Starting here gives you an easy first stop before heading upstairs. The lower position may suit you if you want to begin with the energy of a larger main-floor club, though the available information does not specify its music style or layout.

Your included drink applies here. You may want to start slowly, since the pass gives you several more stops and unlimited drinks later at FRiENDS.

HUSH, 2F

HUSH is the second-floor stop. Its place early in the route makes it a practical follow-up to Freshman, especially if you want to compare two rooms before the night gets late.

The key benefit is choice. You do not need to stay simply because you have entered. Visit, take in the room, and move on if another floor looks more appealing. Your drink allowance continues at the included venues.

RADi, 3F

RADi takes you to the third floor and keeps the evening moving upward. At this point, you have already sampled several rooms without leaving the building, which is the main reason this pass works well for first-time clubbers in Shanghai.

Do not expect a traditional guided itinerary. There is no stated meeting point, commentary, or organized group route. You decide when to leave one club and enter the next.

Culture Club and DIRTY HOUSE, 4F

Two venues are listed on the fourth floor: Culture Club and DIRTY HOUSE. Having two options on one floor can save time and gives you a quick side-by-side choice.

This is also where the listing’s counting problem becomes clear. The pass is called an all-access ticket for seven nightclubs, yet the included list names Freshman, HUSH, RADi, Culture Club, DIRTY HOUSE, FRiENDS, LA FIN, and ANOTHER SIDE. That is eight names. Ask Tony which seven are active and included on your date, particularly if a special event changes access.

Each included venue comes with one drink. If both fourth-floor rooms are operating under your pass, confirm how the drink allocation works before ordering anything beyond the included amount.

FRiENDS, 5F

FRiENDS is the strongest value point in the package because the pass includes unlimited drinks there. That can make this floor a natural base for your night, especially if you prefer staying in one room for a while instead of racing through every club.

Use the unlimited drinks carefully. The pass does not include unlimited drinks everywhere, and additional drinks at other venues are not included. If you want to keep your spending predictable, stick to the included drinks and the FRiENDS allowance.

LA FIN and ANOTHER SIDE, 6F

The two listed sixth-floor venues provide the final choices in the building. Ending on the sixth floor gives you the chance to finish the night at the room you like best, rather than treating the evening as a fixed march through every door.

The supplied details do not identify music genres, dress rules, or exact room sizes for any venue. You should search Shanghai Fuxing INS before going and check the current event details. A well-known performer may bring an additional charge, and the final official price can change.

How the booking service works

This product is a ticket purchasing service, not a standard nightlife tour. You place an order, then Tony from Shanghai Pub Crawl contacts you by email within 12 hours to discuss the booking. He does not automatically issue a ticket at the moment you pay the platform’s displayed amount.

After you finish paying the actual ticket cost, he books the pass. This order matters because the nightclub ticket is nonrefundable and valid only for the night of use. The service is intended for people who cannot complete payment with a bank card, do not have a Chinese phone number, or are not comfortable using WeChat or the official app.

I would contact the provider early. This is a person helping with a manual booking, not an always-on ticket machine. The supplied information says availability is limited and that the provider may not always be available immediately.

You should also understand what you are not buying. There is no guide, no pickup, no drop-off, and no free personal help session lasting 30 minutes or an hour. The provider charges for the booking assistance, and coupons cannot be used.

The actual price, not the tempting headline

The $1.35 figure needs to be ignored when you plan your budget. It exists only because the booking platform does not allow a zero-dollar listing. It is not the cost of admission, and paying that amount does not buy your nightclub access.

The current official rates supplied are:

• Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday: ¥168, plus an 8 percent booking service charge, for about ¥180 total
• Friday and Saturday: ¥288, plus an 8 percent booking service charge, for about ¥310 total

These prices may change. A major artist or special lineup can add another charge. The provider’s own service fee also means your final cost is higher than booking directly through WeChat.

For value, compare the ticket with your likely behavior. If you plan to visit several clubs, use the included drinks, and spend much of the night at FRiENDS, the pass can be sensible. If you want only a quick look at INS, direct booking or a single-club option may suit you better.

Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday are the better nights for price. Friday and Saturday offer the classic weekend setting, but you pay a large premium. I would choose a cheaper night unless a particular performer or event makes the weekend important to you.

What the evening feels like in practice

The plan is flexible rather than tightly scheduled. You enter the INS complex, visit the clubs available under your pass, collect the included drinks, and choose where to spend your time. The seven-hour duration gives you room to move at an unhurried pace.

That freedom is useful for independent visitors. You can stay at FRiENDS if its atmosphere suits you, or keep exploring the upper floors. It also means you need to manage your own timing and belongings. The service does not promise a host inside the clubs.

A past booking resulted in one person visiting all seven available clubs and finding that the ticket covered the drinks without extra spending. That is a good example of how to get full value from the pass, but it is also a reminder that this is an active night. If you prefer quiet conversation, a slower bar, or a planned cultural activity, seven hours of club hopping may feel excessive.

The complex is described as a popular gathering place for young locals. That makes it a useful choice if you want a large-scale Shanghai nightlife setting rather than a private, tourist-focused evening. At the same time, the experience is built around clubs, loud music, drinks, and late hours. It is not a city tour and does not explain Shanghai beyond the nightlife venue itself.

Who will get the most from this night

I would recommend this pass to an adult who wants to compare several Shanghai clubs without arranging multiple admissions. It is especially useful if you lack a Chinese phone number or cannot pay through WeChat or the official app.

The pass also fits people who like a flexible night. You can move between floors, take photos, and settle into the room you prefer. The included drinks reduce the need to negotiate separate purchases at every stop.

I would be cautious if you are booking at the last minute. Tickets may sell out, and the provider needs time to communicate and complete the purchase. I would also be cautious if you expect a personal guide, a planned group route, or transportation. None of those services is included.

The stated age limits are clear: children under 18 and people over 55 are not suitable for this activity. The group is limited to 10 participants, but that does not turn the evening into a guided small-group tour. It simply limits the number of people using the booking service.

Useful booking tips for a smoother night

Buy ahead of time, especially for Friday or Saturday. Check the official price for your date and ask whether a special lineup changes the rate.

Confirm the exact number of operating clubs. The supplied list contains eight venue names even though the pass is described as covering seven. This is a small point, but it matters when the ticket is nonrefundable and valid for one night only.

Keep a record of the booking communication and payment instructions. Do not assume the $1.35 platform figure is your final cost. Wait for the actual price, service fee, and booking confirmation.

If you are comparing direct booking with this service, use the provider only if the payment problem is worth the extra cost. Booking yourself through WeChat may be cheaper and may allow you to use a discount, while this service is designed to remove that technical hurdle.

Cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund under the activity terms. Once the actual nightclub ticket has been purchased, however, the ticket itself is described as nonrefundable and valid only on the selected night. Ask about this distinction before authorizing the booking.

Should you book the Shanghai Fuxing INS pass?

Book it if you want a full night of club hopping in one Shanghai complex and need help with Chinese payment or ticketing. The included drinks, unlimited drinks at FRiENDS, and access to several rooms can make the cost worthwhile for a serious night out.

Skip it if you only want a short visit, expect a guide, or can easily book directly through WeChat. Before paying, confirm the current lineup, the exact number of included venues, and the final price for your date. That small check will tell you if this flexible, drink-inclusive pass fits your night.

FAQ

Is the $1.35 price the actual nightclub ticket price?

No. The $1.35 amount is only a placeholder because the platform does not allow a zero-dollar listing. The current official rates supplied are about ¥180 on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, and about ¥310 on Friday and Saturday, before any additional provider service fee.

How many nightclubs does the pass include?

The pass is described as covering seven nightclubs, but the included list names eight venues: Freshman, HUSH, RADi, Culture Club, DIRTY HOUSE, FRiENDS, LA FIN, and ANOTHER SIDE. Confirm the exact lineup for your date before paying.

What drinks are included?

You receive one drink at each included club and unlimited drinks at FRiENDS on the fifth floor. Additional drinks outside these allowances are not included.

Is a guide included?

No. This is a ticket purchasing service. There is no guide service, organized club tour, pickup, or drop-off.

Who helps arrange the ticket?

Tony from Shanghai Pub Crawl contacts you by email after you place an order. He aims to make contact within 12 hours, but the service is manual and he may not always be available immediately.

Why might I need this booking service?

The service is intended for people who do not have a Chinese phone number, cannot use WeChat or the official app, or cannot complete payment with their bank card.

What are the official ticket prices?

The supplied prices are ¥168 plus an 8 percent booking charge, about ¥180 total, on Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Friday and Saturday are listed at ¥288 plus the charge, about ¥310 total. Prices can change, and major performers may bring an extra fee.

Can I cancel for a refund?

The activity terms allow cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The nightclub ticket itself cannot be refunded after it has been purchased and is valid only for the selected night.

Is this activity suitable for everyone?

No. It is not suitable for children under 18 or people over 55. The group is limited to 10 participants.