17 Things to Do in Shanghai - Compared & Priced (2026)

What to do in Shanghai spans day trips, food tours, cycling and tours - 17 activities in total. 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 catalogue runs to 17 bookable tours across 4 categories, led by Day Trips (8) and Food Tours (2).

Before You Book in Shanghai

Cancellation: 100% 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: 100% confirm instantly when you book — no waiting on operator approval.
How long they run: The average tour is about 24 hours. The longest is Discover the City of Suzhou with Tiger Hill, Silk Factory and Hanshan Temple - Private Full-Day Tour at 24 hours — pack accordingly.
What you'll pay: The median Shanghai tour is around $98; 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.

How We Compared Shanghai's Tours

We checked 17 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.

Last updated May 2026 · BookingWolf

17 Things to Do in Shanghai - Compared & Priced

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