Compared across Viator & TripAdvisor · Prices from $3.2
What to do in Shanghai spans day trips to nearby attractions, food tours highlighting local cuisine, cultural experiences, and transport options across the city. Take Shanghai Tower: one attraction, sold across 19 separate marketplaces at prices that never match. This page ranks Shanghai's standouts and prices each, then BookingWolf beats the lowest - instantly where we can, by negotiating with the operator where we can't.
About Shanghai
Shanghai's tour catalogue includes 1,722 bookable tours, with Day Trips leading at 769 tours and Transport following at 419 tours. The most-reviewed operator is Cultural experience with Arthur, boasting 2,953 reviews.
What Sets Shanghai Apart
Wide selection of day trips available
High-rated food tours with local insights
Diverse transport options across the city
Top Activities in Shanghai
The best-rated option in each category, side by side.
Cancellation: 41% of Shanghai tours allow free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the tour starts — so it's safe to book early to lock in peak-season dates.
Confirmation: 95% confirm instantly when you book — no waiting on operator approval.
How long they run: The average tour is about 7.3 hours. The longest is 1-Day Private Tour to Wuzhen Water Town(Dongzha and Xizha) from Shanghai by Shanghai One Day Tours at 24 hours — pack accordingly.
What you'll pay: The median Shanghai tour is around $168; the cheapest options sit well below that and the longest day-trips well above. Each tour on this page shows the current price on Viator and TripAdvisor.
Cancellation, confirmation and pricing vary by tour — confirm on the booking site before paying.
What Travelers Say About Shanghai
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When to Go & What to Budget
Price band: mixed
Notes: With tours starting at $3.2, travelers can find options across various price points.
Shanghai Foodie offers a highly-rated food tour at $119 with 802 reviews.
How many day trips are available in Shanghai?
There are 769 day trips available in Shanghai.
Which operator has the best rating?
Shanghai Tower has a perfect 5-star rating with 1,973 reviews.
What is the price range for tours in Shanghai?
Tours in Shanghai start from $3.2, offering options for various budgets.
How We Compared Shanghai's Tours
We checked 1,722 Shanghai tours across Viator and TripAdvisor in May 2026, grouped them by activity type, and picked the standout in each based on rating, review volume, and price. Ratings draw on the verified reviews aggregated under each operator. Prices were last checked in May 2026 and change — confirm on the booking site before paying.
