Top Shanghai Holidays in 2026

Enjoy drinks and socialize at top spots. Discover the Shanghai nightlife that earned the highest praise. Experience the bars and crowds that make our reviews unbeatable. Your epic night starts here! Experience the vibrant nightlife of Shanghai on a guided pub crawl. Meet new friends as you explore the city’s top bars and clubs. Enjoy a night of fun, drinks, and dancing in one of the world’s most exciting cities. This pub crawl features loads of fun and lots of interesting talks with fellow travelers and locals, while having opportunity to enjoy a variety of drinks in our hand-picked highly-rated bars (all with unique & distinctive ambiance) in Shanghai. The tour size is purposefully kept small so your local guide will be able to pay attention to every participant's interest and need, and always make sure everyone highly engaged and have chance chat with your guide, have fun with other participants and mingle with local bar visitors.

Discover old and modern Shanghai on a private, fully customizable tour. With a personal guide who can help you navigate any language barriers, explore attractions such as the Bund, Ming-Dynasty Yuyuan Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, and the observation deck of one of Shanghai’s highest skyscrapers. Upgrade to an all-inclusive tour option to include lunch, entrance fees, and pickup.

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.

Zhujiajiao Water Town, the nearest water town from Shanghai, boasts the centuries-old history and beautiful waterways. Explore Zhujiaojiao in a half-day group tour, experience tranquil water town landscape and the leisure boat ride is optional to choose.

Some nights begin with a drink. This one begins with a question. Starting at 7:30 PM, join a local host for a three-hour journey through three distinctive bars, where ancient Chinese mysticism meets Shanghai’s creative nightlife. The first stop is a Taoist-inspired divination bar. Order a cocktail, receive a traditional yellow talisman, and write down a question about love, career, well-being, or the future. As the talisman is set alight in a symbolic ritual, watch your reading unfold. The drinks draw on the Taoist idea of yin-yang balance. Your host will stay with you throughout the experience, explain the cultural background and assist with translation. The next two bars reveal a younger, experimental side of Shanghai through inventive cocktails combining fresh fruit with unexpected Asian flavors. Tonight, every mood is welcome—joyful or quiet, certain or conflicted. Meet fellow travelers, find a little clarity, and leave with a lighter heart and a story unique to Shanghai.

Nestled in Shanghai’s Former French Concession are a plethora of eateries selling noodles and wontons. Seek out the best backstreet hotspots on a small-group food tour that covers several local favorite restaurants, all renowned for distinctive noodle dishes as well as some local beer (or soybean milk). Vegetarian options and a choice of departure times are available.

Save time without compromising on experience with this door-to-door private guided tour that covers Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and Shanghai highlights. First, explore the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao by boat and foot, and savor a local lunch. Then, spend the afternoon discovering Shanghai: 16th-century Yuyuan Garden, the Bund, and the Shanghai Tower. As this is a private tour, you may opt to visit the Shanghai Museum or another skyscraper instead.

Enjoy a romantic night out on the town with this exclusive combo package, which includes a tasty restaurant dinner and a nighttime cruise along the Huangpu River. Spot landmarks both old and new as you glide past Shanghai’s glittering skyline. Includes option to add on a stop at a rooftop bar, which includes a complimentary drink.

Shanghai’s nightlife scene changes so fast it’s hard for even regular visitors to keep up. Discover the city’s classic locations by night with a private guide and driver on this 100% flexible dinner tour. Experience the converted “shikumen” houses of Xintiandi, the colonial charm of the Old French Concession, and the majesty of the Bund. Along the way, enjoy dinner and a drink at the stylish Lost Heaven Silk Road.

This is more than a Mahjong class—it's a cultural journey in the heart of Shanghai's Former French Concession. Held in a local Chinese tea bar hidden in a real local neighborhood, this experience offers an authentic setting where you can learn Mahjong with a professional instructor. It’s the perfect mix of learning, culture, and relaxation. With professional Mahjong instructor provided, even complete beginners will feel confident as they discover Mahjong’s rules, play on automatic Mahjong tables, and explore the game’s rich history and social meaning in Chinese life. ✅ Hands-on Mahjong learning for all levels ✅ A rare look into everyday Chinese leisure life ✅ A perfect balance of learning and playing ✅ Fun, social, and culturally enriching Don’t just visit Shanghai—experience it like a local. After Mahjong class, you can have a walk around Former French Concession such as famous Tianzifang nearby. Book now and join us for Mahjong, tea, and stories you’ll never forget.

Shanghai visitors that want to experience the local cuisine face a challenge—with such a big city, it's tough to know where to go, and what to taste. Let your personal guide show you to some of the best food in Shanghai on this private evening foodie tour. Discover off the beaten path eateries, taste everything from dumplings to braised pork, and enjoy regional cuisine like Szechuan and Hunan dishes. End your excursion with drinks at a rooftop bar, included in the price.

⚠️ Note: Once any one benefit is activated, the validity periods for all three benefits begin simultaneously (must be used within 24 hours). One card, one day: Yu Garden evening tour + 45-min Huangpu cruise + 24h hop-on bus. No reservations needed—just redeem your physical card and go. Yu Garden glows under lantern light on select nights (check seasonal hours). Cruise past the Bund and Lujiazui skyline from Shiliupu Pier. Bus covers 30+ stops including Nanjing Road, Xintiandi, and the Oriental Pearl. Activate any benefit, and all three timers start—plan your day accordingly. Cruise and garden must be used same calendar day; bus runs 24h after first swipe. Valid through Dec 31, 2026. Non-refundable; personal use only. Skip the ticket hassle—see Shanghai‘s best in one seamless day.

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Discover the vibrant nightlife of Shanghai with a unique bar crawl through the historic Former French Concession. This experience blends social drinking and traditional Chinese culture, starting with local craft beers and the engaging game of 'Liar’s Dice.' Enjoy personalized cocktails informed by a professional TCM pulse reading, designed to enhance your Qi. Guided by a lively English-speaking host, this journey transforms strangers into friends while enjoying drinks that honor ancient wellness traditions. - Unique bar crawl in Shanghai's historic Former French Concession - Engage in the legendary drinking game 'Liar’s Dice' - Experience personalized cocktails based on a TCM pulse reading - Led by an entertaining English-speaking local host

Immerse yourself in the nightlife of Shanghai's French concession area on this private 3-hour brewery tour. Stop at three local breweries to taste Chinese beers, accompanied by local snacks such as dumplings, pot stickers, and won tons. This private tour guarantees personalized attention from your dedicated guide.

Welcome to Shanghai Night Vibes: Pub & Club Crawl, an unmissable nightlife adventure showcasing Shanghai's vibrant nightlife. Explore the city's hottest pubs and clubs, each with unique atmospheres and music styles, including hip-hop, pop, electronic, and techno. Ideal for fun and relaxation, this tour lets you meet new friends, dance to amazing music, and experience Shanghai's underground culture, all while ensuring your safety for a thrilling and culturally enriching experience.

- One Night, Three Completely Different Bar Experiences, each with unique themes - Fortune-Telling with Real I-Ching Sticks at the Taoist Temple Bar - Free Pulse Diagnosis Plus Personalized "Prescription" Cocktail at TCM Bar - Drink Chinese Myths cocktails, each based on a classic character - Small Group with English Speaking Host, 3 Drinks Included – No Hidden Costs

Explore Shanghai's vibrant nightlife like a local on this small-group outing designed for those seeking an authentic experience. Over three hours, visit 3–5 unique bars and clubs, each showcasing a different aspect of the city's night scene. Enjoy three included drinks and snacks while engaging in traditional Chinese drinking games. With a knowledgeable host guiding the way, you'll not only sip and socialize but also gain insights into local customs and nightlife etiquette. This intimate gathering of just 3–5 guests ensures a friendly atmosphere, perfect for making new friends and discovering the true essence of Shanghai after dark.

Hop a chartered yacht for a VIP cruise alongside Shanghai’s cutting-edge waterfront on this specialty tour. Get a front-row peek at modern landmarks like Shanghai World Financial Center and Oriental Pearl Tower, and choose from beer or champagne packages to add another touch of glamour to your evening. Upgrade to include your own private guide. Tours include door-to-door transfers from your hotel.

Take a break from the modern shops and bustling crowds in Shanghai and head to ancient Zhouzhuang for the day. Tour this historic ‘water town’ lined with ancient canals with just your friends or family and your guide; on this private tour, there are no strangers to slow you down or distract you. Cruise along one of the town’s canals in a wooden boat and visit landmarks and buildings built way back in the Ming and Qing dynasty.