What to do and see in Shanghai Region, Shanghai Region: The Best City Tours

April 28, 2022 Russell Mellin

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.
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1. 4-Hour Shanghai Jewish History and China Art Museum Private Tour

Shanghai Melody
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This 4-hour private tour takes you to witness the historical remains of the Jewish in Shanghai including the Sassoon Mansion, the Ohel Moishe Synagogue, the Hongkou Ghetto. Followed by a visit to China Art Museum to see the magnificent painting " Along the River During the Qingming Festival" in 3D animation. This great artwork captures the daily life of people and landscape of Bianjing (today's Kaifeng), the capital of Song Dynasty (960-1127), the first place that Jewish came to China. From this tour, you will have a complete understanding about Jewish's life in China.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide, Local Transportation by Taxi and metro, Hotel pickup, All entrance fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel drop-off, Gratuities

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.

2. Private Suzhou Ancient Town and Tongli Water Village Day Trip from Shanghai

Shanghai Tour Facilitator - Harris Private Tour
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In this all inclusive private day trip, you will explore Suzhou thoroughly in one day by visiting both representative attractions in ancient town and a charming water village in its outskirt. The itinerary comprises Tiger Hill and Leaning Pagoda, Lingering Garden and Tongli Water Village.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel or residence pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities, Gondola boat ride in Tongli (your own expense)

Reviewed By neilbS830OM

Harris was so knowledgeable about the places we visited, great with the kids and speak fluent English. Throughout the trip, he managed to capture kid's attention and engaged with them. He took us to an authentic local eating place in Tongli water village, despite a fussy vegetarian husband and kids (popped their eyes when they saw escargot served), they loved their traditional pork knuckles so much that they asked for more rice. YES!! Overall, we had a great memorable trip. Thanks Harris! Highly recommended.

3. Private Amazing Shanghai City Day Tour in Your Way

Amazing Shanghai Trip
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Make the most of a day in Shanghai with this private customized highlights tour. Accompanied by your professional tour guide, visit the city’s top attractions, such as the city skyline on the Bund,the tallest observatory in the world at Shanghai tower, the most charming alley Tianzifang at Former French concession, the old traditional garden at Yuyuan garden& bazaar, the century-old Buddhism temple at Jade Buddha temple, Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao). You are freely to make your own starting time and choose to visit the attractions based on your preference.In addition, you can select the option with an air-conditioned vehicle and driver for your tour.

Inclusions: Private guide, Transport by private vehicle(if Tour with car service option is selected), Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Transport by private vehicle (if Tour only option is selected), Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fees

Reviewed By airyhillstudio

We are a group of Ex-pats who have been in Shanghai an average of 7 years. We can honestly share that this experience will be one of the high lights of our time here. It is one thing to view the Bund from either side looking over to the other. It exceeds your expectations to see it from the middle of the river. Alana was an outstanding host from start to finish. She checked in during the entire process making sure we had what we needed and even thought of extra ways to make this celebration better. The Champaign was Moet and the View was priceless. Thank you again for making our time in your beautiful city even more memorable. Cheers!!!!!

4. Private Shanghai City Highlight and Hidden Gems with Culinary Experience

Miki Tours & Transfer and Tickets Service
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Come and experience the most dynamic private city tour in Shanghai! During this 8-hour tour, you will visit Shanghai Old Town, City God Temple Bazaar, Yu Garden, Shanghai Old City Wall, The Bund, Former French Concession, Tian Zi Fang Art Zone and etc.. The tour itinerary can be fully customized just for your party based on your own interests. In addition, you will experience the local delicacy in free style. You can choose either enjoy soup dumplings in the dim sum restaurant or get quick bites at 3 different street food stops.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Professional guide and driver, A Buick MPV car or equivalent, 4G WIFI available during the tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Entrance fee of Yu Garden

Exclusions: Meals , Personal expense

Reviewed By j_rgenm187

I'm writing this review even so I couldn’t enjoy the tours with Miki. We booked 2 tours in Shanghai, unfortunately I was not able to travel due to sickness. I informed Miki about the circumstances 5 days prior planed arrival. We received the full money back without any complaints. This is what I would call customer service. Whenever I have the chance to book a tour with Miki, certainly I will do. Hopefully in the near future. Thanks again, best wishes, Jürgen

5. Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Private Day Tour

Amazing Shanghai Trip
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Discover Shanghai’s most incredible city attractions and beautiful Zhujiajiao Water Town during this wonderful private day tour. Accompanied by a professional guide, stroll around the old lanes with antiquated architecture, wander along the canal with old bridges and take the boat on tranquil canals in Zhujiajiao for a half day. Followed by another half day tour to see the Shanghai city top attractions, such as Yu Garden, the spectacular skyline on the Bund as well as the panoramic view from the top of Shanghai Tower. An authentic Chinese lunch in the water town, boat ride ticket, entrance fee to Shanghai Tower, private guide and driver service are all inclusive.

Inclusions: Private guide, Private transportation, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local Style Lunch, Dinner in Shanghai city (only if option is selected), Bottled water, Zhujiaojiao, Shanghai Tower, Yu Garden ( or Jade Buddha Temple) Admission tickets

Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, Additional entrance fees, Gratuities, Airport pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By airyhillstudio

We are a group of Ex-pats who have been in Shanghai an average of 7 years. We can honestly share that this experience will be one of the high lights of our time here. It is one thing to view the Bund from either side looking over to the other. It exceeds your expectations to see it from the middle of the river. Alana was an outstanding host from start to finish. She checked in during the entire process making sure we had what we needed and even thought of extra ways to make this celebration better. The Champaign was Moet and the View was priceless. Thank you again for making our time in your beautiful city even more memorable. Cheers!!!!!

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. 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!

10. Old Shanghai Food and Walking Tour

People's Square, Huangpu, Shanghai, China Eating Adventures Shanghai Food Tours
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Sample traditional Shanghainese specialties while immersed in the atmospheric streets of Old Shanghai on this 3-hour walking tour for food-lovers. Your guide includes up to eight tastings, with a mixture of street food stands and traditional eateries. Try classic specialties like 'sheng jian bao' (pan-fried dumplings) to local favorites like Bullfrog stir-fry.

Inclusions: Food tastings, Local guide

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

Reviewed By NZNance

Our guide Abby took us to the designated places and provided the food. BUT it could have been so much better. Beyond informing us of what we were eating there was not much else. She answered our questions about the dishes, but why not give us a preliminary detailed chat about what we eating, why it was special, why it was served in the local area we were in etc. I felt like our asking numerous questions was like getting water from a stone. I came away very full of food but greatly lacking in satisfaction!

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