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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Discover the charm of Zhujiajiao, a thousand-year-old water town nestled near Shanghai. This half-day tour invites you to stroll along ancient streets lined with Ming and Qing dynasty architecture, cross picturesque bridges, and savor the delightful aromas of local delicacies. Enjoy a guided exploration of this vibrant town, where history meets lively culture. With convenient transportation from Shanghai and an expert English-speaking guide, this tour is perfect for travelers seeking a cultural escape. After your visit, return to the city to explore more at your leisure. - Explore the enchanting Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and its rich history - Enjoy a comfortable bus ride from Shanghai, with a professional guide - Join a group of up to 5 travelers for an engaging experience - Return to Shanghai by 14:30, with options for further exploration

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore two areas of Shanghai, the Old Town and the French Concession, on this guided walking tour. Wander through the streets, browsing food stalls for seasonal eats, plus pass through the local “Flower, Bird, Fish & Insect Market” where, as the name suggests, plants, fish, birds, and insects are for sale. In the French Concession area, visit Xintiandi where the Communist Party of China was born, learn about the Shanghai-style townhouses, and stop by Fuxing Park.

Get ready for the most festive nightlife event in Shanghai! Join our Holiday Bar Hopping Tour and explore Christmas-themed bars, hidden speakeasies, and unique holiday cocktails with an international group of fun people. Daily Festive Bar Crawl | Hidden Bars | ✨ Holiday Cocktails | New Year Celebrations Join us for a magical nightlife journey through Shanghai’s best holiday-themed bars and speakeasies. Perfect for tourists, expats, solo travelers, and groups! Includes: ✔ 4 bars & speakeasies ✔ 3 Free Shots ✔ English speaking local guide ✔ Holiday games & surprises ✔ Christmas props & photo moments ✔ New friends from around the world Why You Should Use Local Guide: It removes the language barrier. This is less of an issue in larger bars around shanghai but can be a real hassle in smaller local bars. To avoid tourist trap bars. Many bars in the tourist-friendly areas of Shanghai are more expensive.

Let me, a professional architect, walk you through the serene Jade Buddha Temple. Afterward, as a local friend, I’ll take you to taste the most authentic street food Shanghai has to offer. A Dual Journey: Temple Serenity & Street Food Vitality • Architect-Guided Temple Tour: Explore the Jade Buddha Temple with insights into its architecture and Buddhist culture from a professional architect. 
• Cultural Immersion: Participate in incense offering and sutra copying for mindfulness. Attend the 4 PM chanting ceremony if available. 
• Vegetarian Meal Option: Enjoy a traditional temple vegetarian meal (optional). 
• Local Food Adventure: After the temple visit, explore nearby eateries and taste classic Shanghai street food, including: Pan-fried soup dumplings (生煎包) Vegetable buns (蔬菜包) Spinach noodles (菠菜面) Grilled lamb ribs (烤羊排) Scallion pancakes (羌饼) To encourage meaningful and personal interaction, we keep our groups small—no more than 6 people.

To experience the authentic Shanghai, it pays to have a local guide. On this private walking tour, discover a less-visible side of the city as you explore local markets, hidden alleyways, and secret food streets. Visit a bird and flower market, an antique market, a wholesale retail market, and a fabric market, and soak up the spirit of Shanghai Old Town.

Savor the taste of Shanghai’s famous breakfast wontons, pulled noodles, savory pancakes and more on this 3-hour, small-group walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Begin your day with a stroll past water calligraphers and tai chi masters in Xiangyang Park, before meandering to street stalls and a wet market to experience Chinese cuisine freshly prepared in front of you. Be sure to come hungry on this child-friendly tour, which is limited to small groups ensure a personalized experience.