Top Shanghai Food Tours

Shanghai is one of China’s most delectable culinary capitals, but knowing where to go for the tastiest treats takes local know-how. Hit up four local seated eateries during this insider’s food crawl around the French Concession, topped off by a pint of craft beer at a local pub. You’ll venture far off the tourist track as you feast on at least 10 classics, made from recipes passed down over generations.

Get to know Old Shanghai through this morning food and walking tour, including breakfast and a visit to the Xiahai Temple. Follow your guide through the ancient neighborhood's longing, or courtyard communities, visit six street stalls and eateries to taste 10 traditional foods that make up a hearty breakfast. End up at the Xiahai Temple, where entrance fees are included. A small group of just 10 people ensures your guide's personalized attention.

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.

Shanghai is a great city for food lovers, but it can be hard for first-time visitors to know where to find the best bites. Leave the planning to someone else on this local-led, small-group food tour, which takes you off the beaten path. As the sun starts to set, head out to find some of the most authentic regional dishes in the city. Look forward to sampling soup dumplings, noodles, and more, plus drinks.

Discover the authentic flavors of Shanghai, without having to research or getting overwhelmed, on this half-day small-group tour. Follow your guide around to several local eateries and sample favorites such as soup dumplings, fried buns, desserts, and more. Along the way, pass by landmarks such as the Bund, People’s Square, and Nanjing Road, while learning more about Chinese culture and culinary traditions.

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.

Get a taste for Shanghai’s startlingly diverse food culture and its culinary specialties on this small-group tasting tour that focuses on breakfast. With your guide in the lead, look forward to trying everything from dumplings and hand-pulled noodles to bubble waffles and more. Along the way, observe tai chi practitioners and water calligraphers in Xiangyang Park, stroll the atmospheric French Concession, and see other highlights.

Ready to taste the real Shanghai? Join our Shanghai Classic Food &Culture Walking Tour and dive into the vibrant buzz of everyday life! This tour is a full-sensory immersion into the past and present of China's most dynamic city. We'll feast like kings on a culinary crawl through the city's best-kept secrets, and also walk in the People's Park to meet the locals, dive into the vibrant local life of Zhejiang Road Food Street, where sizzling woks and halal butchers embody Shanghai’s everyday energy. Follow your guide as you sample dishes from long-established local breakfast favourites, along with Michelin Guide–recommended hawkers and heritage pastries and Chinese tea tasting. Learn how these culinary gems earned their reputation and hear the stories of the passionate individuals who keep Shanghai’s food heritage alive. Skip the queues, skip the research, and dive straight into Shanghai’s best local eats — curated, explained, and enjoyed with a local expert by your side.

This tour allows you to experience the Shikumen architecture of the Shanghai 'nontang' homes like the locals do: on a bicycle. Pedal around the traditional laneways with a guide, learning about the community's architecture, food, culture, and history. Use of all cycling equipment included.

Discover a side of Shanghai it takes a local to know on this private foodie walking tour. Explore main streets and back lanes as you snack and slurp on delicacies like soup dumplings, wontons, lamb skewers, and local dessert—enough for a full meal. Finally, enjoy a Shanghai classic: a Huangpu River cruise.

Eat like a local on this Shanghai late-night food tour, visiting off-the-path eateries, street barbecues, and a night market. Let your guide handle navigation as you sample several street-food bites—enough for dinner. Dishes you taste may include soup dumplings, lamb skewers, and boiled crayfish, washed down by local craft beer. Your guide also tells you about the food, history, and culture of the former French Concession. ·Eat your way through the former French Concession after dark ·Taste local street foods—enough for dinner—and savor craft beer ·Learn about the city's history and culture from your guide ·Pickup from a centrally located meeting point

Discover the vibrant culinary scene of Shanghai on this 2-hour and 20-minute Street Food Walk around Yuyuan Old Street. Dive into the city’s rich food heritage with a variety of authentic local delicacies, from freshly made Xiaolongbao to crispy scallion pancakes. Guided by passionate local foodies, this tour offers an immersive experience of traditional recipes and vibrant street culture, perfect for food enthusiasts and explorers alike. Conclude your journey with a tranquil moment enjoying traditional Chinese tea amidst the bustling atmosphere. - Explore iconic food spots and hidden corners of Yuyuan Old Street - Savor a diverse range of street foods including dumplings and pastries - Learn about Shanghai's culinary history from knowledgeable guides - Enjoy a moment of calm with traditional Chinese tea at the end of the tour with a local farmer

China’s biggest city might not seem like the place for a relaxing bike ride, but the narrow lanes of Shanghai’s atmospheric Old Town are ideal for a cycling tour. On this bike tour, explore the Former French Concession, pedal around Fuxing Park, and hop off to visit a Buddhist temple, stroll around a traditional wet market, and re-fuel with coffee and pastries. Half-day morning bike tour of Shanghai Old Town Cycle around the Old Town, the Former French Concession, and Fuxing Park Experience local life as you visit a Buddhist temple and a traditional wet market Enjoy breakfast of coffee and pastries at a local café Easy level tour suitable for participants of average fitness Great-value tour includes bike rental, breakfast, and entrance fees Small-group tour limited to eight people ensures a personalized experience

Enjoy a fun outing to the 1000 years old Qibao (or the so called Seven Treasure) water town, explore the lively water market with the charming old architecture, learn the interesting local culture, history, pay the visit to the famed temple. Experience the modern and efficient metro travel like a local under the expert lead of your local friendly guide. Great guide, hotel pick up and drop off , metro ticket are all included.

See Shanghai at night on this guided bike tour. Hop on a vintage Chinese bicycle and ride through the city’s scenic spots. Explore the narrow alleyways of the old town and catch the bright lights of the Bund area. This evening tour offers a unique way to experience Shanghai nightlife from a local perspective.

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.

Eating is one of the great pleasures of visiting China. Learn how to take the experience back home with you in this private dim sum cooking class in Shanghai's French Concession. Under your instructor's guidance, gain a deeper understanding of flavors and techniques as you learn how to make your choice of two bite-size treats, including dumplings, egg rolls, and desserts.

Combine Shanghai’s cuisine and heritage with this walking tour focusing on the city’s best street food and its top visitor attractions. From sweet treats to umami-rich savory dishes, follow your guide around back streets that many visitors miss to discover local Shanghainese favorites. Once you’ve had your fill, check out attractions like the Bund or the Yu Garden, where your guide shares some of Shanghai’s story to date.

Treat your palate to classic Chinese snacks at Qibao Ancient Town on this 4-hour Shanghai food tour. Travel by subway to this historic water town, and stroll the alleyways, bridges, and canalsides to take in the Ming- and Qing-dynasty atmosphere and architecture. On route, sample up to eight foods such as crab-meat dumplings and sweet Haitang cake, and savor Chinese tea. Upgrade to include a 60-minute foot massage. Includes food tastings, tea, and subway tickets.

Enhance your sightseeing experience of Shanghai on an enriching full-day excursion around the city. See some of the city’s top sights with a local English speaking guide to provide context and commentary. Highlights include the Shanghai Museum, People's Square, Jade Buddha Temple, the Bund, Yuyuan Garden, and Xintiandi. Includes entrance fees, lunch, and central Shanghai hotel pickup and drop-off.

Start your morning on historic Nanjing Road before the crowds arrive and see how locals begin their day. Our first stop is a tiny breakfast stall where dough is hand-pulled and sizzling on the griddle. As we walk toward People’s Park, we’ll visit family-run eateries that have served locals for decades. Along the way, you’ll taste a curated selection of classic Shanghai breakfast favorites: a crisp Chinese crepe (jianbing), rich soup dumplings (xiaolongbao), golden pan-fried pork dumplings, a warm honey egg custard bun, flaky scallion pancakes, and a coconut latte from the café locals call “Chinese Starbucks.” We'll share the stories behind each dish and why breakfast is such an essential part of life here. We continue through quiet alleyways near Rock Bund before ending at The Bund, where you can enjoy the riverfront view or keep exploring.

Immerse yourself in Shanghai’s rich culinary traditions, and learn how to cook some of the city’s highlight dishes, on this private, half-day tour. Meet your chef-guide directly at your hotel, and head to a Shanghai wet market, where fresh produce, seafood, and other ingredients are sold. After shopping, head to a local house and learn how to cook a traditional, 3-course meal. Finally, sit down to enjoy your feast.

What You’ll Experience • Guided tasting of different styles of Chinese Rice wine and Yellow wine and Baijiu (light aroma, strong aroma, sauce aroma). You will sample at least seven varieties in total, including China’s most prestigious and expensive Baijiu, Moutai. • Learn how Chinese people drink at banquets and business dinners • Discover traditional drinking games and toast etiquette • Taste other unique Chinese liquors like herbal-infused spirits • Stories behind Chinese drinking culture, history, and social rituals This is not just a tasting. It’s a cultural journey through 2,000 years of Chinese drinking traditions. In China, drinking is not about alcohol — it’s about connection. Understanding how Chinese people drink helps you understand how Chinese people build trust and relationships.