Shanghai Full-Day Private City Tour with Old Town, French Concession and Skyscrapers
by SUNNY PRIVATE TOURS
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This private city tour of Shanghai lasts about 7 to 8 hours and visits a mix of historic and modern sites across the city. The tour begins with a pickup from your downtown hotel and a visit to The Bund, a colonial-era riverfront promenade featuring views of old buildings like the Old Customs House and Shanghai’s modern skyline. Next is Yu Garden, a 500-year-old classical garden with chambers, rockeries, ponds, and pavilions, followed by a walk through the nearby Old Town bazaar. The bazaar area showcases Qing Dynasty architecture and offers shopping for handicrafts, antiques, jade, pearls, and silk. Visitors can also try a tea ceremony here at their own expense. The tour continues to the Former French Concession, an area known for its tree-lined avenues, colonial houses, and the local “French Park,” where residents practice activities such as ballroom dancing, Tai Chi, singing, and water calligraphy. A local lunch is included for those who select the all-inclusive option, with dishes adapted to dietary requests. After lunch, the Jade Buddha Temple is visited, where guests see the famous Jade Buddha statues from Burma and explore the temple’s chambers while learning about Buddhist culture. The final stop is the Lujiazui district in Pudong, home to Shanghai’s futuristic skyscrapers. Guests walk along the skybridge and may choose to visit the observation decks of Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Financial Tower, or Jinmao Tower on a clear day for city views. Alternative attractions such as Xintiandi, Tianzifang, Shanghai Museum, Urban Planning Hall, Shanghai Poster Art Museum, or AP Plaza market can be visited instead, depending on interests and time. The tour ends with a drop-off at your downtown hotel or another downtown location as requested. Options include traveling by private air-conditioned vehicle or public transport like metro or taxi, with a private guide throughout.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Bund (Wai Tan)
The tour begins with a hotel pickup in central Shanghai at the preferred time. The itinerary is flexible and can be fully customized around the guest's interests. Typically, the visit includes The Bund, a colonial-era promenade along the Huangpu River. Visitors can admire 100 buildings, including the Old Customs House, and views of Shanghai’s modern skyscrapers.
30 min
Yu Garden
Next is Yu Garden, a classical Chinese garden about 500 years old, featuring chambers, rockeries, ponds, and pavilions amid greenery. The garden is closed on Mondays. The guide explains the garden's history and design as you explore.
50 min
Old Town
Adjacent to Yu Garden is the Old Town bazaar, also called 'China Town,' with Qing Dynasty architecture. You walk the ‘Nine Zigzag’ bridge and explore the area’s traditional atmosphere. The bazaar has markets selling souvenirs like handicrafts, antiques, jade, pearls, and silk. A tea ceremony is available here for an additional cost.
60 min
Former French Concession
Then, visit the Former French Concession, historically a colonial district, now known for its tree-lined streets and traditional houses. The ‘French Park’ area shows locals engaged in activities such as ballroom dancing, Tai Chi, singing, and water calligraphy.
50 min
Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
After the morning visits, take a break for a local lunch at a selected restaurant. The guide will assist with ordering dishes to match any dietary needs. Lunch is included only with the all-inclusive tour option.
90 min
Jade Buddha Temple
Post-lunch, visit Jade Buddha Temple, one of Shanghai’s well-known Buddhist temples. See the jade statues imported from Burma, explore several temple chambers, and learn about Buddhist culture from the guide.
60 min
Shanghai Tower
The tour continues to the Pudong Lujiazui area, where you walk along a skybridge surrounded by modern skyscrapers. Depending on the weather and your interests, you may visit observation decks at Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Financial Tower, or Jinmao Tower to view the city from above. Alternative stops can include Xintiandi, Tianzifang, Shanghai Museum, Urban Planning Hall, Shanghai Poster Art Museum, or AP Plaza market, based on time and preference. The day ends with a hotel or downtown area drop-off.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Shanghai Full-Day Private City Tour with Old Town, French Concession and Skyscrapers
by SUNNY PRIVATE TOURS
Choose from 4 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$230Overview
This private city tour of Shanghai lasts about 7 to 8 hours and visits a mix of historic and modern sites across the city. The tour begins with a pickup from your downtown hotel and a visit to The Bund, a colonial-era riverfront promenade featuring views of old buildings like the Old Customs House and Shanghai’s modern skyline. Next is Yu Garden, a 500-year-old classical garden with chambers, rockeries, ponds, and pavilions, followed by a walk through the nearby Old Town bazaar. The bazaar area showcases Qing Dynasty architecture and offers shopping for handicrafts, antiques, jade, pearls, and silk. Visitors can also try a tea ceremony here at their own expense. The tour continues to the Former French Concession, an area known for its tree-lined avenues, colonial houses, and the local “French Park,” where residents practice activities such as ballroom dancing, Tai Chi, singing, and water calligraphy. A local lunch is included for those who select the all-inclusive option, with dishes adapted to dietary requests. After lunch, the Jade Buddha Temple is visited, where guests see the famous Jade Buddha statues from Burma and explore the temple’s chambers while learning about Buddhist culture. The final stop is the Lujiazui district in Pudong, home to Shanghai’s futuristic skyscrapers. Guests walk along the skybridge and may choose to visit the observation decks of Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Financial Tower, or Jinmao Tower on a clear day for city views. Alternative attractions such as Xintiandi, Tianzifang, Shanghai Museum, Urban Planning Hall, Shanghai Poster Art Museum, or AP Plaza market can be visited instead, depending on interests and time. The tour ends with a drop-off at your downtown hotel or another downtown location as requested. Options include traveling by private air-conditioned vehicle or public transport like metro or taxi, with a private guide throughout.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
The Bund (Wai Tan)
The tour begins with a hotel pickup in central Shanghai at the preferred time. The itinerary is flexible and can be fully customized around the guest's interests. Typically, the visit includes The Bund, a colonial-era promenade along the Huangpu River. Visitors can admire 100 buildings, including the Old Customs House, and views of Shanghai’s modern skyscrapers.
30 min
Yu Garden
Next is Yu Garden, a classical Chinese garden about 500 years old, featuring chambers, rockeries, ponds, and pavilions amid greenery. The garden is closed on Mondays. The guide explains the garden's history and design as you explore.
50 min
Old Town
Adjacent to Yu Garden is the Old Town bazaar, also called 'China Town,' with Qing Dynasty architecture. You walk the ‘Nine Zigzag’ bridge and explore the area’s traditional atmosphere. The bazaar has markets selling souvenirs like handicrafts, antiques, jade, pearls, and silk. A tea ceremony is available here for an additional cost.
60 min
Former French Concession
Then, visit the Former French Concession, historically a colonial district, now known for its tree-lined streets and traditional houses. The ‘French Park’ area shows locals engaged in activities such as ballroom dancing, Tai Chi, singing, and water calligraphy.
50 min
Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
After the morning visits, take a break for a local lunch at a selected restaurant. The guide will assist with ordering dishes to match any dietary needs. Lunch is included only with the all-inclusive tour option.
90 min
Jade Buddha Temple
Post-lunch, visit Jade Buddha Temple, one of Shanghai’s well-known Buddhist temples. See the jade statues imported from Burma, explore several temple chambers, and learn about Buddhist culture from the guide.
60 min
Shanghai Tower
The tour continues to the Pudong Lujiazui area, where you walk along a skybridge surrounded by modern skyscrapers. Depending on the weather and your interests, you may visit observation decks at Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Financial Tower, or Jinmao Tower to view the city from above. Alternative stops can include Xintiandi, Tianzifang, Shanghai Museum, Urban Planning Hall, Shanghai Poster Art Museum, or AP Plaza market, based on time and preference. The day ends with a hotel or downtown area drop-off.
90 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.