Top Eastern China Architecture Tours - page 2

A historical walk through Shanghai's former French Concession, exploring 1920s elite architecture, Shikumen culture, and landmarks like Fuxing Park and Moller Villa. Highlights : - Historical Immersion: Explore the legacy of the former French Concession's final expansion (1911–1914), featuring iconic buildings like sports clubs, theaters, cinemas, and upscale residential lanes. - Cultural Layers: Walk through Shikumen alleyways and Sino-Western hybrid lanes, uncovering Shanghai's unique blend of local and western heritage. - Timeless Elegance: Stroll through Fuxing Park, a Parisian-style garden, and admire art deco apartments, historic mansions, and the fairytale-like Moller Villa. - Curated Route: A compact 2.5km journey blending architecture, greenery, and untold stories of old Shanghai. Itinerary French Concession-Cathaway Cinema-Shikumen alleyways-Fuxing Park-Changle Rd.-Moller Villa

Taoism - This is a word that contains two meanings. One refers to a school of philosophy which, along with Confucianism, has shaped the Chinese national character for thousands of years. The other refers to a unique religion that is born and developed in China. On this tour, we will go to the largest surviving Taoist building in Shanghai - also a rare Taoist building located in a modern city - to appreciate and understand the Taoist architecture, and glimpse the mystery of a religion where everyone has the possibility of becoming immortal.

Discover the historical architecture of Shanghai's Bund Origin, stroll along Suzhou Creek, and experience the century-old transformation of the city's modern-era culture. Highlights: - Century Old Architecture: 10+ landmarks blending Neoclassical and - Art Deco styles, reflecting Shanghai's colonial history - East-Meets-West Legacy: From barren land to a hub of Western settlers, discover the birthplace of modern Shanghai. - Iconic Landmarks: Broadway Bridge, Rowing Club, and Peace Hotel offer cinematic views of the Bund. - Historical Insights: Uncover urban evolution post-1843, from the Land Regulations to Western urban planning. Meet your guide: Mr. Song is a national senior English tour guide with 30 years of working experience, as well as a veteran professional researcher and lecturer in Shanghai's modern history and culture. Itinerary: Suzhou Creek-Embankment Buidling-Zhapulu Bridge-Broadway Bridge-Bund Origin-BoC Building-Peace Hotel

Get to know Shanghai with your own guide on this private day tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, walk through People’s Square and visit Shanghai Museum; walk around Nanjing Road, exploring surrounding communities and the thinnest building. In the afternoon, visit the largest Shanghai's ancient garden - Yu Garden and the oldest temple - Longhua Temple, explore the Historical Sites along Wukang Road and Hengshan Road. According to your preference, your guide will recommend some delicious local foods to eat. 1. Learn about profound history and culture at Shanghai Museum 2. Experience the original Shanghai atmosphere in Yuyuan Old Street and local communities 3. Visit the central origin of Shanghai urban coordinate axis at Park Hotel 4. Personalized experience with a private guide 5. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off

Swap Shanghai’s skyscrapers for old-time China on a private day trip to Nanxun, one of the traditional, and quietest, water towns on the Yangtze River delta. Absorb the tranquility as you explore the canals, Chinese and Western-style architecture, ornamental gardens, and medieval lanes. Plus, enjoy a gondola ride passing bridges, temples, and old houses. A Chinese lunch, entrance fees, private guide and Shanghai hotel pickup and drop-off included.