Things to do in Shanghai Region, Shanghai Region: The Best Walking Tours

August 12, 2021 Marianna Hollaway

Shanghai is the cool, confident face of modern China, and its energy is infectious. Go to the Bund to watch ships on the river and marvel at the huge variety of architectural styles on display, or watch the crowds go by in People’s Square. Shoppers should make a beeline for the Fabric Market, where you can have a suit or dress tailor-made for you at bargain prices. At night, explore all manner of fashionable restaurants, bars and nightclubs, or just stroll through the city enjoying the spectacular neon lights.
Restaurants in Shanghai Region

1. Private Shanghai Street Breakfast Tour

Variarts Travel - Shanghai
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Want to know what Shanghai people really eat? What the real street food is? This tour takes you through the most popular snacks of Shanghai’s street food and introduce you to the morning atmosphere surrounding street food.

Inclusions: Local professional and friendly English-speaking guide, Taste four “king kongs” (si da jingang in Chinese), Hotel Pick Up

Exclusions: Hotel Drop Off, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By 11albertc

Engaged a taxi for whole day to bring us to Laoshan mountain sightseeing. Did a few stop-over to visit temples and tea tasting. Very relaxing if you have time to spare.

2. Private Tour to Suzhou by Bullet Train, pickup from your hotel(Residence)

Bill's Fantastic Tour
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The winding canals, historical buildings, and classic gardens of Suzhou earned the city its nickname as the "Venice of the East." Tour Suzhou's must-see sites and hidden enclaves from Shanghai on this private 9-hour tour, which includes transportation on a bullet train, a customizable itinerary, lunch, entrance fees, and more. -Instant Confirmation -Private day trip from Shanghai to Suzhou -Great overview and orientation of the city -Perfect introduction for first-time visitor -Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences -Private guide for a more personalized experience -Travel by boat and see the sights from the water - Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

Inclusions: Lunch at local restaurant, with typical Suzhou-style food, Enjoy a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bullet Train Return Tickets, Professional guide, Admission to Garden, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By CarolDBeach

The tour was excellent, Bill went out of his way to accommodate us. We were at a hotel far from the city center in Shanghai. He picked us up on time and we were able to visit all the sights we wanted to see. If you want to visit Water town he is the best guide you’ll find in Shanghai. We can’t thank him enough for giving us our best day in China.

3. 16-Day Small-Group Tour: Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Chengdu, Chongqing, Yangtze River Cruise and Shanghai

Travel China Guide
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This small group trip is a perfect combination of popular tourist destinations in China. You can explore rich historical and cultural heritages in Beijing and Xi'an, by visiting the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Army and many other attractions. Continue to appreciate charming natural scenery in Guilin, observe the lovely pandas in Chengdu, relax during the 5-star Yangtze River Cruise and experience dynamic metropolitan life of Shanghai.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 15 nights hotel/ cruise ship accommodation based on twin-sharing room, One way Economy-class airfare from Beijing to Xi'an, Xi'an to Guilin and Guilin to Chengdu. , One way First-class seat of High-speed Train Fare from Yichang to Shanghai, One way soft seat train from Chengdu to Chongqing, Two bottled water per person per day, Professional guide & experienced driver, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, China visa fees, International airfare, Airport drop-off service in Shanghai on Day 16, Single room supplement for solo guest is compulsive and is available on request.

Reviewed By 283brianneb

Really great experience! Our guide Rocky was really knowledgeable and took some amazing photos for our group. This tour made our trip stress free, leaving us to enjoy the beautiful views.

4. Private Walking Tour in the Former French Concession

Shanghai Melody
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The former French Concession is always the highlight of a visit to Shanghai. It also becomes the city's hottest and hippest neighborhood, where trendy bars and clubs multiply like mushrooms after a rainstorm. The area still holds something of the alluring mix of scrappy Shanghainese street life, shopworn European colonial charm, Art Deco edifices, hidden brick courtyards and film noir intrigue that have, along with the proud stone edifices of the bund and the twisting alleys of Shanghai's Old city, long defined Shanghai in the Western popular imagination. Shanghai's idiosyncratic push-pull between new and old, development and preservation, takes a special form in the French Concession, making it an absolutely unique urban experience.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Transportation to attraction, Excellent English-speaking guide, Entrance Tickets

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By Menepois

The tour was great. I learned a lot of interesting things about the Bund. Penny was great and friendly. She was also well informed.

5. Eat Like a Local: Street Breakfast Tour in Shanghai

Xiangyang Park (South Gate), 1008 Huai Hai Zhong Lu, Huai Hai Lu Xi Duan, Xuhui Qu, Shanghai Shi, China UnTour Shanghai Food Tours
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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, limited to small groups ensure a personalized experience.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Coffee and/or Tea, Post-tour welcome packet with helpful restaurant recommendations, local travel tips & so much more to help make your stay in Shanghai easy & fun, Tasting stops add up to a very large meal, and you will most likely not need to schedule a meal for several hours after the tour

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Alcoholic beverages, Gratuities

Reviewed By claire_lou881

What an amazing tour! Christina, our guide, was friendly and knowledgable. A real foodie, she guided us round some excellent food places. We had scallion pancakes, dumplings, noodles and more. Brilliant!

6. Shanghai Local Food and Beer Tour

静安寺站3号口, China, Shanghai Shi, Jingan Qu, Jing An Si, 南京西路1618 Lost Plate Shanghai Food Tour
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This is Shanghai’s most authentic culinary experience! Join our local insiders and get off the beaten path to discover neighborhoods and restaurants you would never find on your own. We eat food from Shanghai, shoulder to shoulder with locals in hidden eateries and communities. Experience the best quality and flavors on this intimate walking tour with us! On this tour, we will discover small, family-run restaurants that prepare their food like they have for generations throughout the French Concession. The tour includes unlimited food & beer/drinks at 4 sit-down eateries plus a local brewery, and your English speaking local guide.

Inclusions: Unlimited food, beer and drinks, 4-5 food & drink stops, Local English-speaking guide, Small-group tour (less than 12 people), Alcoholic Beverages, Vegetarian Friendly

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Pam L

I had the opportunity to experience multiple tours with Lost Plate, Chengdu, Xi'an, Shanghai (breakfast and evening). Each and every tour was unique and enjoyable. In the year of 2020, living as an ex-pat in China and visiting different cities, Lost Plate can feel like a local taking you around and giving you plenty of advice along the way. Even in the city you might live in, it is worth the visit to unearth some local finds you may not have known about. The guides all speak English well and are helpful, friendly, and excited to show you their city. Separately, the owners have a lovely small business passion and story behind their business and they continue to offer unique, longer trips that are food and culture focused in China. They have a true passion for showing the amazing food of China.

7. Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights

Jenny's Shanghai Tours
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If you have very limited time in Shanghai, and want to go home with a great understanding of Shanghai, its people, history and culture, then this private day tour is perfect for you! You will visit both the east and west sides of Shanghai and also discover Shanghai's fascinating mix of modern and classic character. The major attractions in this tour includes: Shanghai Tower, The Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, The Bund, Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao), Yu Yuan Garden, French Concession area and much more! Note that observation decks in Lujiazui area are optional so you can choose based on conditions.

Inclusions: Personal tour guide services, Guide will meet you at your centrally located hotel and return you to your hotel, Private car or metro/taxis (if option selected), Authentic dumpling lunch (if option selected), Entrance fees (if option selected) , Flexible start time (choose when booking)

Exclusions: Tips-recommended, Observation decks in Lujiazui area (allows you to choose based on conditions)

Reviewed By Abr24601

Thanks to Cassie and Jenny’s China Tours, I recently enjoyed a live virtual tour of the Leshan Buddha, one of the oldest Buddha statues in the world. Cassie made the experience come alive, and is an absolutely incredible tour guide. She is so kind, welcoming and knowledgeable! I felt like I was there in person. Cassie provided an excellent historical background (including the Buddha’s construction), and bravely climbed the steps to the top. She made the experience personal, pausing as she climbed the steps, giving me the opportunity to marvel at the Leshan Buddha from different perspectives, and answering all of my questions. I also enjoyed the pavilion and exquisite Buddhist temple behind the Leshan Buddha (including breathtaking Buddha statues). What an exceptional experience! I can’t wait to tour with Cassie and Jenny’s China Tours again.

8. Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

Huangpi South Road Subway Station, Huang Pi Nan Lu Di Tie Zhan, Huai Hai Lu Dong Duan, Huangpu Qu, Shanghai Shi, China Shanghai Foodie
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Taste a dozen traditional Shanghainese dishes in 3 hours during this culinary tour of Yunnan Road, the old border between the former French Concession and Shanghai residential areas. Sample soup dumplings with black vinegar, parched chicken, steamed buns, scallion oil noodles, and much more. You'll see how immigration brought prosperity and a vast diversity of cultures to this fast-changing city. This tour offers multiple departure times throughout the day. This tour is currently running late night special tour session at 8:30PM. During this late night session, you will be able to see the night Shanghai, to taste of some craft beers or desert with some fresh hand-pulled beef noodles and lamb kabab.

Inclusions: Local guide, Food and drink tastings (enough for breakfast, lunch or dinner), Local beer or desert for late night session

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Esusannah

What a wonderful way to spend the morning walking and eating our way through the french concession - our guides were amazing and brought us on an incredible food journey that we wouldn't have found otherwise!

9. Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Night Food Tour

Jiangsu Road station, Jiang Su Lu, Jingan Qu, Shanghai Shi, China UnTour Shanghai Food Tours
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Get ready for Shanghai’s most delicious food tour! As the sun sets, you’ll get off the tourist trail and into family-run restaurants serving the most authentic regional cuisines the city has to offer. You’ll wash it all down with Chinese beers and spirits (or soft drinks), as you get to know more about Shanghai’s history and culture, one bite at a time. Explore just how diverse the cuisines of China can be with more than 15 tastings on this Shanghai evening food tour!

Inclusions: Professional guide, Samplings of food and drink during tour, Post-tour welcome packet with helpful restaurant recommendations, local travel tips & so much more to help make your stay in Shanghai easy & fun

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drink that is not included in tour itinerary, Gratuities

Reviewed By claire_lou881

What an amazing tour! Christina, our guide, was friendly and knowledgable. A real foodie, she guided us round some excellent food places. We had scallion pancakes, dumplings, noodles and more. Brilliant!

10. Experience Shanghai: Dumpling Cooking Class and Tasting Tour

301 Zhao Jia Bang Lu, Xuhui Qu, Shanghai Shi, China, 200040 UnTour Shanghai Food Tours
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Immerse yourself in the rich culinary culture of Shanghai on a 3-hour food tour that includes a 1-hour cooking class. Pleasure your palate with local specialties like wontons, fried pot stickers and the city’s renowned ‘xiaolongbao’ (soup dumplings) as you discover enticing food stands with a knowledgeable guide. Uncover the secrets of Chinese cookery in a cooking class after your tour and learn to make delicious 'har gow’ (steamed dim sum shrimp dumplings), feasting on the fruits of your labor on completion. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited to just 10 people.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Samplings of food and drink during tour, Har gow cooking class, Non-alcoholic beverages, Post-tour welcome packet with helpful restaurant recommendations, local travel tips & so much more to help make your stay in Shanghai easy & fun, Tasting stops add up to a very large meal, and you will most likely not need to schedule a meal for several hours after the tour

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks which are not part of tour itinerary, Gratuities

Reviewed By claire_lou881

What an amazing tour! Christina, our guide, was friendly and knowledgable. A real foodie, she guided us round some excellent food places. We had scallion pancakes, dumplings, noodles and more. Brilliant!

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