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1 Days Shanghai Quality Group Tour (opens in a new tab)

8 h

This 1 day Shanghai small group tour carefully picked up the highlights to explore the ancient and modern Shanghai from city view, culture, history and buildings. Travel with other tourists from all over the world and have some fun in Shanghai.

from$420

All-Inclusive Private Shanghai Day Tour with Local Dumpling Lunch (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Ideal for first-time travelers short on time. Join this efficient day tour to discover Shanghai’s top landmarks, taste authentic shengjian buns, and travel via Shanghai’s convenient subway or Didi rides. All-inclusive perks: entry tickets, local shengjian lunch, private guide, hotel pickup and drop-off.

from$289

Peking Duck Dining Experience with Amazing Shanghai Night Lights (opens in a new tab)

6 3 h – 4 h

This ultimate Peking duck dining experience followed by the amzing Shanghai city night tour is specially designed for you and your party. Enjoy traditional Beijing-style roast duck meal in the popular local restaurant. In addition the wonderful meal, you will also visit Shanghai Old town (Yu Garden Bazaar) and splendid night view along the Bund area or French Concession.

from$142

Private Tour: World Financial Center, the Bund, Yu Garden and Shanghai Museum (opens in a new tab)

8 h – 9 h

Take a Shanghai day tour to pack in the city's top sights in a convenient way. With an expert guide, travel the city like a local by public transportation, stopping at major attractions like Shanghai World Financial Center, the Bund, Yu Garden and Shanghai Museum. Plus, you will have a whole new experience-enjoying panoramic views of Shanghai from the Observation Decks of World Financial Center with transparent glass-walled walkways. 1. Experience the original Shanghai atmosphere and classical garden at Shanghai Old Town 2. Wander in Riverside Promenade and drink a cup of coffee while enjoying the panorama of the Bund 3. Learn about profound history and culture at Shanghai Museum 4. See the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles and modern skyscrapers along the Bund

from$151

Experience Shanghai Like a Native A Day in Local Life (opens in a new tab)

3 6 h

Experience local life of Shanghai for one day. Visit a local community wet market, supermarket, and community canteen for lunch. Explore the famous Longhua Buddhist Temple, and ancient Longhua Pagoda. Step into the heart of Shanghai’s local life on this unique one-day tour, designed to give you an authentic experience of the city beyond the typical tourist attractions. With your professional English-speaking tour guide, you’ll dive into the everyday routines of Shanghai residents, exploring vibrant community markets, local eateries, public transportation, and hidden gems only locals know. Begin your day with a pick-up from your hotel and embark on your journey using the Shanghai metro, a daily transportation method for locals, to start your immersion into local life. At the end of your immersive day, your guide will accompany you back to your hotel, via the Shanghai metro, allowing you to reflect on your authentic local experiences.

from$95

Shanghai Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h and 22 audio reviews (opens in a new tab)

3 h

Travel through Shanghai, the "Pearl of the East", through its 22 iconic sites in one day. From the modern architecture of the Bund to the serenity of the Yuyuan Garden, every step reveals a fascinating blend of history and modernity. Discover attractions like the Museum of Urban Planning, the Peace Hotel, and the famous Nanjing Road. Enrich your experience with captivating stories about the local culture and urban history of this vibrant metropolis. Enjoy a busy day that will plunge you into the heart of Shanghain life. - Explore the 22 must-see places of interest in Shanghai in 1 day - Discover major attractions like Bund and Yuyuan Garden - Benefit from the comments of an Expert Guide for Total Immersion - Ideal for visitors looking for a condensed and rewarding experience in Shanghai

from$9.04

Private Round Trip to 6 Water Villages of China from SH (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Shanghai is known for it’s neighboring 1000-year-old water towns, with alleyways, bridges, and traditional Chinese homes. Choose one of the towns out of Zhujiajiao, Zhouzhuang, Tongli, Kezhi, Nanxun, Xitang or Wuzhen, and your professional driver will get you there. They will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel in Shanghai, leaving you the freedom to wander the lanes and allies at your leisure. Door to door service from a professional driver Private, comfortable vehicle Stress free tranfer to whichever water town you choose Options to ride a boat on the canals, but this is your own expense After your independent tour is finished,  your driver will come to pick you up again and transfer you back to Shanghai city.  Please note that your driver can't speak English, but he/she knows exactly where to take you to go. If any questions, you can contact the local operator for assistance by using the driver's mobile phone.

from$62

Shanghai Shuyanfu Royal Dynasty Immersive Feast Ticket (opens in a new tab)

16 1 h 40 min

A captivating journey through ancient Chinese history unfolds in downtown Shanghai, where you can indulge in a royal-style banquet featuring authentic dishes from six dynasties. This immersive experience includes a stunning array of performances, from solemn pre-Qin rituals to elegant Southern Song ceremonies, all set within a beautifully decorated hall. Guests don traditional Hanfu costumes, enhancing the cultural atmosphere as you savor Sichuan-infused royal delicacies that mirror each performance. This 110-minute event combines culinary excellence with artistic expression, making it a unique opportunity to explore China's rich heritage.

from$142

1-Day Private Tour to Suzhou from Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Visit highlights of Suzhou including the Humble Administrator's Garden,Suzhou old town and Tongli water town with this private day tour from Shanghai. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Shanghai hotel.

from$272

Yiwu International Trade City Private Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train (opens in a new tab)

9 h – 10 h

No matter you are here for business visits or fun leisure market tour, this private day trip to Yiwu with fully escorted guide service from Shanghai will be the perfect choice for you. Utilize the efficient and comfort bullet train travel and explore the famed International trade city or commodity market with the assistance of your friendly guide.

from$255

Private Tour: World Financial Center, the Bund, Yu Garden and Shanghai Museum (opens in a new tab)

7 h – 8 h

Take a Shanghai day tour to pack in the city's top sights in a convenient way. With an expert guide, travel the city like a local by public transportation, stopping at major attractions like Shanghai World Financial Center, the Bund, Yu Garden and Shanghai Museum. Plus, you will have a whole new experience-enjoying panoramic views of Shanghai from the Observation Decks of World Financial Center with transparent glass-walled walkways. 1. Experience the original Shanghai atmosphere and classical garden at Shanghai Old Town 2. Wander in Riverside Promenade and drink a cup of coffee while enjoying the panorama of the Bund 3. Learn about profound history and culture at Shanghai Museum 4. See the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles and modern skyscrapers along the Bund

from$151

Small group: Hangzhou Full-day Classic Tour with Bullet Train from/to Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

8 h

Get a unique perspective of Hangzhou on this guided sightseeing tour, which includes a West Lake cruise, a visit to the Chinese medicine shop on Hefang street, one of the oldest one, and hiking around the Longjing mountain past local peasants neighborhoods. 1. Enjoy a more intimate experience with a maximum of six travelers 2. Take it easy with door-to-door round-trip transfers on both ways 3. Have a professional private tour guide 4. Experience the express train from Shanghai to Hangzhou

from$213

Shanghai Private Cultural Tour of Former French Concession and the Bund (opens in a new tab)

7 h – 8 h

Experience the most fun-filled and entertaining Shanghai city tour. It enables you to see all that Shanghai has to offer, with several convenient stops at some of the city’s iconic places. The itinerary includes Fuxing Park, Shanghai Zhougong Mansion, Xintiandi, Jade Buddha Temple, Lunxun Park, Shanghai Duolun Road Cultural Celebrities Street and the Bund. Your tour includes a knowledgeable guide, private transportation, entrance fee, vegetarian noodles and hotel pickup and drop-off. 1. Admire the SHIKUMEN style old houses and the relaxing atmosphere of Xintiandi 2. Appreciate a 1.9-meter-high white jade Buddha and enjoy vegetarian noodles at Jade Buddha Temple 3. Walk along Duolun Road to visit bronze statues of the eminent writers and Luxun Park 4. Wander in the Bund to see 26 various buildings of different architectural styles and modern skyscrapers

from$157

Shanghai Full-Day Private Tour with Pickup and Lunch (opens in a new tab)

9 h – 10 h

Experience several Shanghai’s top attractions on the full-day guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, appreciate a 1.9-meter-high white jade Buddha at Jade Buddha Temple; take a cruise to enjoy the scenery along the Huangpu River and stroll around the Bund, Xintiandi, Sinan Mansions, Nanjing Road and other buzzing, locals-frequented areas. In the evening, we will transfer to Shanghai Circus World, admire the nighttime cityscape along the way and enjoy an amazing Acrobatic Show. 1. Visit many of Shanghai’s landmarks and attractions on a convenient all-day tour 2. Get in touch with the everyday people and experience local lifestyle in Shanghai 3. Have lunch at the revolving restaurant in the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and enjoy panoramic views of Shanghai 4. Take it easy with 2-way door-to-door private transfers and guiding

from$289

2-Day Beijing Private Tour from Shanghai by Flight with Hotel (opens in a new tab)

2 days

The 2 days Shanghai – Beijing tour package offer the opportunity to visit the famed Beijing sites like Badaling Great Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace. The private door-to-door tour service includes round way flight tickets, all private transfer, guide in Beijing, Entrance fees, lunch on both days, and one night accommodation in 4 star hotel in city center area.

from$1,311

4 Full Days Private Shanghai and Ancient Water Towns Tour (opens in a new tab)

4 days

This 4 full days private tour covers all the highlight attractions in Shanghai, two ancient water towns and one classical garden in Suzhou. This tour includes private transportations and local simple tasty lunches. You will visit Shanghai's Promenade The Bund, one of the Classical Gardens of Suzhou, Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum, Former French Concession, Tongli Ancient Water Town, South Bund Soft Spinning Material Market, Shanghai Tower (or Oriental Pearl Tower), etc. All the attractions that you are going to visit in this tour have great reviews on Tripadvisor. You will discover all of these hidden gems (attractions) and get a deeper understanding of Shanghai and Suzhou in culture and history. Some of the other tours either don't visit an ancient water town or visit only one. In this tour you will visit two ancient water towns, including Tongli Ancient Water Town that is much more beautiful than Zhujiajiao. And you will also visit one garden among the Classical Gardens of Suzhou.

from$1,149

Nanxun Ancient Water Town Private Day Trip from Shanghai (opens in a new tab)

6 h – 8 h

Enjoy a full day excursion to one of the best-preserved ancient water town Nanxun, located in Huzhou city Zhejiang province. With about 750 years history, this town boasts both the traditional ancient residences as well as the unique western style buildings from few centuries ago. Explore different charming attractions in the town to appreciate its culture, history and custom with your local guide.

from$225

Shanghai Business Representative & Project Management (opens in a new tab)

1 1 h – 10 h

Have business or a project in Shanghai but no trusted person on the ground to protect your interests and keep execution moving? GZY Elite acts as an extension of your team, handling meetings, company and site visits, supplier and partner communication, vendor coordination, documentation and project follow-up. When something is unclear, delayed or off track, we do more than relay messages. We verify what is happening, bring the right people together, clarify responsibilities and push the next step forward. Complex assignments can be managed through one accountable China-side point of contact, coordinating multiple parties, schedules and workstreams from a single task to an ongoing project. When you cannot be in Shanghai yourself, we can visit, verify, document progress and follow through on your behalf. Founder-led, GZY Elite brings structured problem-solving, commercial judgment and reliable local execution to Shanghai, with wider China resources available when needed.

from$399

Shanghai Culture Tour in a Hidden Neighbourhood (opens in a new tab)

1 h 30 min – 2 h

Why is Shanghai so attractive for young expats and foreign investment? You won't get the answers by visiting the top attractions listed on tripadvisor. To experience the Haipai culture of Shanghai, you must go to West Nanjing Road—a road where past, present and future meet, harmony in work and life, and so comfortable for walking. We will take West Nanjing Road subway station as the starting point, shuttle between high-end shopping malls, old communities in the 1930s and villas in the Republic of China, feel the magical combination of old and new Shanghai, and explore the differences between the upper and the working class. It is more likely to meet old people who grew up there and listen to their stories of historical changes in authentic Shanghai dialect. During this walk, the architecture, people, and shops are fashionable and diverse. The past and the present are in harmony. I will also tell some anecdotes.

from$79

Shanghai 1933 Old Millfun: the Largest Historical Slaughterhouse (opens in a new tab)

3 2 h

Shanghai has a wealth of history and architecture, but personally, my favorite building here is a quiet, lesser-known, yet astonishing British structure — the 1933 Slaughterhouse. As the only survivor of its kind, the slaughterhouse has an amazing design, an original auto-production line, and rich history connected to the 1920s-1930s Shanghai history. This tour is for anyone who loves unusual places, history, and architecture. Apart from this remarkable building, there are also many authentic Shanghai local residences nearby. The tour lasts about 2 hours, focusing mainly on this beautiful historic building, along with some local insights into the surrounding area.

from$100

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