Top Shanghai Cultural Tours

Take a half day to explore the Zhujiajiao Water town by boat and explore the “Oriental Venice” with it’s meandering water alley streets, dating from the Qing and Ming dynasties. This will be a private tour, so you also will have a chance to visit the Kezhi garden and traditional temple at some point during the tour. You’ll be accompanied by an English speaking guide, who will manage everything for you and keep this stress free!

Discover Shanghai from its humble origins as a fishing village and hear the stories behind how it evolved to become one of the world's most exciting and cosmopolitan places! In 3.5~4 hours, our tour covers all the must-see spots in downtown Shanghai. Get ready to dive into the history, culture, art, architecture, and mouthwatering food of this vibrant city! IMPORTANT: Please note that the booking fee charged here is solely to reserve your spot, as the tour itself operates on a tips-based model, meaning you decide how much your guide deserves for their hard work. This voluntary tip is a way to recognize your guide's efforts and helps us maintain this exciting job! Booking is limited to groups of up to 4 people (adults+kids). If your group exceeds 4 people, please contact us to arrange a private tour.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of ERA — Journey Through Time at Shanghai Circus World, where a beautiful love story unfolds against the backdrop of Shanghai's vibrant history. This spectacular performance features breathtaking acrobatics, cutting-edge technology, and innovative stagecraft that capture the essence of China's rich cultural tapestry. With a runtime of either 60 or 100 minutes, this show is a sensory masterpiece that showcases the city's relentless spirit and the artistry of acrobatics. Experience the magic of Shanghai, where timeless traditions meet modern storytelling.

What better way to explore one of the last remaining hidden sites—not yet touched by modernization—than by having an indigenous inhabitant tell you stories about the history and evolution of this great city. Escape the hustle and bustle of Shanghai with a getaway to Zhujiajiao Water Town. Explore traditional architecture and take a relaxing boat ride through the waterways. This half-day tour includes pickup/drop off from any location in Shanghai and entrance fees,BOAT RIDE on the meandering canal, an authentic Shangese Lunch/dinner(Vegan option available).Choice of morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule .Professional English-speaking guide for a unforgtable experience. Includes all entrance fees: No hidden extras Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from your Shanghai hotel

As they say, “Paris ne s’est pas fait en un jour!” (“Paris was not made in a day!”) And by the same token, neither was the French Concession of Shanghai. In 3 hours, hear captivating stories about the French Concession and its colorful past. Learn about the celebrities and commoners alike who once strolled down these streets, and find yourself becoming a part of the legacy of this place. IMPORTANT: Please note that the booking fee charged here is solely to reserve your spot, as the tour itself operates on a TIP-BASED model, meaning you decide how much your guide deserves for their hard work. This voluntary tip is a way to recognize your guide's efforts and helps us maintain this exciting job! Booking is limited to groups of up to 4 people. If your group exceeds 4 people, please contact us to arrange a private tour. Thanks for your understanding!

Discover the Jewish history of Shanghai on a half-day tour with an expert guide. Hear about Jewish immigration to Shanghai and visit important sites around the Hongkou district, also known as the Shanghai Ghetto, where thousands of Jewish refugees lived during World War II. Stop at the memorial plaque in Huoshan Park and the Jewish Refugees Museum—formerly Ohel Moishe Synagogue. Your guide shares fascinating stories about the people whose lives intersected in Shanghai.

Visit some of Shanghai’s most evocative neighborhoods, and learn all about China’s Communist Party as you go, on this half-day history tour. Meet your guide at your centrally located Shanghai hotel, and begin your tour in Xintiandi, where you’ll see the site of the party’s First National Congress. Continue by subway or taxi to the Propaganda Poster Art Centre, which exhibits materials dating from the Cultural Revolution. As you explore, learn more from your guide about key moments in modern Chinese history.

Escape the bustle of Shanghai—and visit one of the region’s most beautiful and historical “water towns”—on this private, half-day trip to Zhujiajiao. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, and set off directly from your Shanghai hotel. Upon arrival in Zhujiajiao, you’ll have time to wander its ancient streets, admire its heritage architecture, go for a boat ride down its canals, and enjoy a local meal (if option selected). At tour’s end, return directly to your hotel.

Enjoy a more immersive way to explore popular Shanghai areas such as Xintiandi and the French Concession—and sample many traditional dishes—on this small-group food tour. With your guide in the lead, discover sights and bites you'd miss on your own. Look forward to sampling Shanghainese dishes such as scallion oil noodles, soup dumplings, steamed buns, and more, and learn about the history and culture of the city.

Make the most of your time and visit two historic water towns in just one day on this private guided tour from Shanghai. Streamline your logistics with pickup and private transfers and enjoy the flexibility to customize your itinerary to your interests. Visit a classic garden, historic temple, a silk factory, or other scenic area in Suzhou, then explore the stone bridges, alleys, and canals of Zhujiajiao.

Combine a private sighting seeing tour with Zhujiajiao water town -known as the “Little oriental Venice” and see the national treasure animal-Panda at Shanghai zoo. Explore old alley streets of ancient town fully of local scenes, travel with your own expert guide to gain a great insight into local culture, custom and history. Different options cater to different travel requests, all with private door to door transfers included

Immerse yourself in Shanghai’s little-known Jewish districts—known as “Little Vienna”— on this specialty-themed private tour. Highlights include collections of photographs, films, and personal items at the Jewish Refugees Museum, the old stone houses and winding back alleys that once housed a thriving Jewish immigrant population, and British-Jewish art-deco heritage along the Bund waterfront.

Shanghai is China’s biggest city and with just a day to explore, a private tour ensures you maximize your time. This full-day adventure is tailored to your interests, so you could admire the views from Shanghai Tower, visit Yuyuan Garden or Jade Buddha Temple, explore the Bund and Tianzifang, and more. Your day includes a private guide and hotel transfers; entrance fees are at your own expense.

It’s possible to visit the Great Wall of China in just one day from Shanghai. On this private guided day trip, travel by bullet train to Linhai, where you’ll refuel with lunch and explore the East Lake of Linhai before visiting the Jiangnan Great Wall, also known as the Southern Great Wall. Afterwards, stroll along Ziyang Old Street before returning to Shanghai.

Stroll through the Shanghai's trendy French Concession neighborhood with a guide on this private walking tour. Follow your guide's lead to unearth hidden courtyards, Art Deco buildings, and typical Shanghai street scenes. Highlights include the Lanxin Theater, the Cathay Mansion, the former residence of Dr. Sun-Yat Sen, Fuxing Park, and others. Includes all entrance fees and option to visit a tea house.

Taste your way through the former French Concession area of Shanghai on a tour that explores people, culture, and cuisine through the city’s breakfast foods. Try a wide range of breakfast treats, from pan-fried dumplings and noodles to tea and curry beef soup. Along the way, benefit from your local guide's insights, and enjoy sights and bites you'd likely miss if exploring alone.

Explore one of Shanghai’s most evocative neighborhoods when you book a private walking tour of the Old City. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and meet your guide directly at your centrally located hotel. Once in the Old City, visit the classical Yuyuan Garden, admire the area’s Qing Dynasty–era architecture, stroll through a bustling bazaar, and otherwise follow in locals’ footsteps as you discover the historical area’s highlights.

Important Note: This cruise is primarily for night viewing. The onboard buffet is a convenient dining option; guests particular about culinary quality or ambience should take note of this. For the best buffet experience, we recommend boarding promptly from 17:00. · Redeem your ticket between 17:00-18:00. Buffet dinner is served from 17:30-19:30. · The cruise departs at 19:00 and returns at 21:00, offering the best views of the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, Jin Mao Tower, and other stunning lit-up buildings. · A Huangpu River night cruise is the top way to enjoy the scenery and a must-do in Shanghai. Admire the illuminated historical architecture of The Bund and the modern skyscrapers of Lujiazui for a unique visual feast.

Explore best and most authentical local street food on this fully guided private tour. No matter you are a foodie or not, this street food tour take you to try out many popular food in off the beaten area, learn and explore local eating culture, get a better understanding of the amazing life sounds and have fun explore the charming old town bazaar. Based on your interests, upgrade the tour to enjoy the super bird-eyeview of mega Shanghai city from the world's tallest observation deck at Shanghai Tower.

Treat yourself to a smooth and stress-free arrival in Shanghai during this private one-way airport transfer. Enjoy a personalized meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall, with two hours of free wait time in case of flight delays. Ride in a comfortable, climate-controlled car with ample luggage space and complimentary bottled water. Get dropped off door-to-door at any hotel in the city.

Have a great and fun visit to the charming water town Zhujiajiao from Shanghai. Enjoy the ease and convenience of the private transfer and travel with your own professional driver in the air-conditioned vehicle. Explore the water at your own pace and leisure. Exclusive private door to door transfer only for you and your travel party with flexible departure time base on your own travel schedule. The service does NOT include any guide service, driver is only for door to door transfers, you will explore and visit the town by yourself.

Discover the highlights of Shanghai, as well as the picturesque water village of Zhujiajiao on this private guided tour. After exploring the canals, rivers, and charming ancient buildings of Zhujiajiao, your private guide will take you to see some of the top attractions in Shanghai, including the historic Bund, and the extensive Yuyuan Garden, located in the Old City of Shanghai.

See the city of Shanghai light up at night, without worrying about language barriers or navigating, on this private evening tour, which takes you to top attractions such as Yuyuan Old Street, Xin Tian Di, and the skyscrapers of Lujiazui. Take in panoramic views of the city from the VIP deck of a cruise along the Huangpu River, and then choose to be dropped off back at your hotel or to continue your evening out on the town.