Top Shanghai Walking Tours

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!

Spend your day exploring one of China’s biggest cities with a private guide to steer you in the right direction on this tour of Shanghai. Cover more ground in a shorter time with someone who knows the best ways to maneuver around the crowded city streets, and choose to travel by public transport or by the comfort of a private vehicle. Pop by Jade Buddha Temple, Confucius Temple, the Bund, Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao) and People’s Park, as well as the famous shop-lined Nanjing Road and the city’s Flower and Bird Market.

Burst through the language barrier and discover historic Shanghai on a private half-day door-to-door tour that adapts to suit your schedule. If you start your tour before 2pm, experience the classical Yuyuan Garden, Old Shanghai, and the Confucius Temple; if you start later, enjoy the Bund followed by a Huangpu River cruise. Whichever option works for you, savor a tea ceremony and soup dumplings along the way.

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.

Get to know Shanghai with your own guide on this full-day private tour. Admire bird’s-eye views from a Shanghai Tower, stroll along the Bund, and visit the Yuyuan Garden and bazaar. Plus, explore the Confucius Temple and Former French Concession area, and enjoy a traditional tea ceremony. Choose to travel by public transport (own expense) if you're in a group of four or fewer, or upgrade to get around by private vehicle.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

Explore Shanghai’s technological marvels on this exclusive half-day Tech Discovery Tour. Start in Lujiazui and take in views of the city’s futuristic skyline before visiting the Shanghai Tower for a closer look at its world-class architecture. Experience next-generation mobility with a real driverless car ride inside an autonomous driving zone. Continue to a cutting-edge EV showroom to see how China leads global electric-vehicle innovation. You’ll also meet humanoid robots for an immersive, hands-on interaction rarely available to the public. Designed for tech lovers, innovators, families, and curious travelers, this small-group tour offers a smooth and engaging way to explore Shanghai’s fast-moving tech scene. - Meet at Shanghai Center - Visit Shanghai Tower - Ride in a driverless car - Interact with humanoid robots

Explore Shanghai's former French Concession after dark—and enjoy an insider experience that most other Shanghai visitors miss—on this local-led tasting tour. Learn about the history and culture of popular areas including Xintiandi and Zhaozhou Road, and be sure you come hungry: You can look forward to enjoy a wide range of delicacies, from hand-pulled noodles and potstickers to street food bites and more.

Enhance your experience of Shanghai regardless of time constrains on a morning or afternoon half-day sightseeing tour. See the best of Shanghai with a knowledgeable guide as you discover historical highlights like The Bund and the Jade Buddha Temple. Learn the complex process of pearl cultivation at the Fresh Water Pearl Gallery; absorb the antique charm of Shanghai Old Street; and delve into the city’s rich historical heritage at Shanghai Museum. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Shanghai hotel is included on this tour.

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.

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.

Explore the magic of Shanghai after dark! As dusk falls, Shanghai lights up—and so does its food scene. On this 3.5-hour guided walking tour, you'll explore the city's most cherished local eateries and historic food streets. Throughout the evening, you’ll dig into authentic Shanghai flavors while soaking up the city’s electric atmosphere. Highlights include sinking your teeth into legendary Pork Chops with Sticky Rice Cakes and crispy Spring Rolls, exploring bold Sichuan dishes, enjoying traditional dim sum, and finishing with a heritage dessert. Along the way, your guide will bring the city to life with stories of old Shanghai and the diverse culinary traditions that shape it today. What makes this tour special? You’re not just a guest—you’re treated like family. We skip the tourist crowds and head straight to the neighborhoods where locals go after dark, so you can experience the real warmth and hospitality of Shanghai’s nightlife. Trust us—this is a night you won’t forget.

During this fully customizable, private Shanghai tour, you get to call the shots. Enjoy a tailor-made itinerary—designed with your unique interests in mind—and choose between lunch and dinner options. Return travelers who have already ticked off the main sights can opt for lesser-known locations, like Jade Buddha Temple, Tianzifang Creative Park, or the Shanghai Propaganda Art Poster Center.

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.

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.

With the assistance of the knowledgeable guide, you will have a fantastic introduction to the Shanghai nightlife. The Bund, and Old Shanghai look completely different at nighttime when they are lit up with decorations. Depending on your preference, you can choose between taking a boat ride out on the river to admire the view. The tours also end near collections of famous restaurants and bars in Xintiandi or Nanjing Road if you want to continue your night on the town afterwards. • All admission fees included • Private professional guide included for the entire duration • Flexible starting and ending time (Suggested 5:00pm to 10:00pm)

See how traditional Shanghainese lifestyles intersect with a modern megacity on this informative walking tour, the perfect introduction to Shanghai. Start on the Huangpu River banks with a stroll along the Bund; tour 16th-century Yuyuan Garden; experience a Chinese tea ceremony; explore two vibrant markets and authentic local streets; finish in fashionable Xintiandi.

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.

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.