Embark on a private tour of Shanghai’s historic sites, including Yu Garden, Tianzifang Art District, and the Former French Concession. Enjoy personalized attention from a private guide and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
Embark on a private tour of Shanghai’s historic sites, including Yu Garden, Tianzifang Art District, and the Former French Concession. Enjoy personalized attention from a private guide and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Yu Garden (Yuyuan) - The friendly tour guide will greet guests in the hotel lobby before transferring them to Yu Garden, the most renowned garden in Shanghai. This Ming dynasty garden boasts a history of over 460 years, representing Old China within Modern China. Visitors can leisurely admire the garden and, after the visit, stroll through Yu Yuan…
- Yu Garden (Yuyuan) - The friendly tour guide will greet guests in the hotel lobby before transferring them to Yu Garden, the most renowned garden in Shanghai. This Ming dynasty garden boasts a history of over 460 years, representing Old China within Modern China. Visitors can leisurely admire the garden and, after the visit, stroll through Yu Yuan Bazaar, which features numerous stores offering a variety of handcrafted items such as silk scarves, jade seals, and candy shops. Guests are encouraged to complete their shopping lists.
- Former French Concession - Next, guests will visit the Former French Concession, where they will learn about the colonial era’s history from 1849 to 1943, covering an area of 66 hectares (163.09 acres).
- Wukang Road - Guests can explore the Former French Concession at their own pace with a private guide, viewing the trendy villas and authentic homes along Wukang Road, Fuxingxi Road, and Hunan Road. They will learn how French villas transitioned into shared homes for Shanghainese today. Along the way, there are plenty of cafes, bars, smoothie shops, homemade ice cream shops, and boutique stores. Guests are welcome to make a coffee stop and enjoy this charming neighborhood (at their own expense).
- Soong Ching-ling Memorial Residence - Guests will learn about Soong Ching-ling, the First Lady of China, who was a significant leader in recent Chinese history. Madam Soong was married to Sun Yat-Sen, the revolutionary who overthrew the last emperor. She is highly respected as the First Lady of China. Guests can continue to stroll leisurely along the Former French Concession.
- Tianzifang - This artistic street in the Former French Concession was built in the 1930s as a Shikumen residential area. It features plenty of interesting boutiques, numerous art galleries, bars, cafes, and food stalls, and is known as SOHO in China. At the end of the tour, the tour guide will escort guests back to their lovely hotel.

- Tour by Taxi/Subway (choice available upon booking)
- Entrance fees included
- Taxi fare within Outer Ring Road covered (if applicable)
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All-inclusive tour option (selection required upon booking)
- Tour by Taxi/Subway (choice available upon booking)
- Entrance fees included
- Taxi fare within Outer Ring Road covered (if applicable)
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All-inclusive tour option (selection required upon booking)
- Taxi fare at your own expense Outside of outer Ring Road
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
- Taxi fare at your own expense Outside of outer Ring Road
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
Explore the rich history of Shanghai on this half-day walking tour. Visit Shanghai’s top attractions: Yu Garden, Tianzifang Art District, and Wukang Road. Wander through the enchanting Former French Concession with a private guide. Ensure to book your Yu Garden tickets in advance.
1: Half-day private tour of Old Shanghai
2: Benefit from the personalized…
Explore the rich history of Shanghai on this half-day walking tour. Visit Shanghai’s top attractions: Yu Garden, Tianzifang Art District, and Wukang Road. Wander through the enchanting Former French Concession with a private guide. Ensure to book your Yu Garden tickets in advance.
1: Half-day private tour of Old Shanghai
2: Benefit from the personalized attention of your private guide
3: Select either morning or afternoon tours to fit your schedule
4: Enjoy convenient pickup and drop-off directly from your hotel
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.