This private full-day tour covers the most classic highlights of Shanghai, making it the perfect choice for first-time visitors. Discover the city’s rich history and modern transformation in one day with the flexibility to customize the route to your own interests.
Visit the city’s oldest Buddhist landmark, Longhua Temple, stroll through the creative alleys of Tianzifang in the former French Concession, and step back in time at the elegant Yu Garden and Old Town. Walk along the iconic Bund and bustling Nanjing Road, then choose between the Shanghai Tower or the Oriental Pearl Tower for breathtaking skyline views.
1. Discover both old and new Shanghai in one comprehensive private tour.
2. Customize your itinerary with other options like the Shanghai Museum, Xintiandi, or Jade Buddha Temple, AP Plaza.
3. Enjoy expert guidance, hotel pickup/drop-off and local guide's support and recommendations.
Airport or suburb areas transfers are available at an additional cost. Please inquire for details.
Dating back over 1,700 years, Longhua Temple is the oldest and largest temple in Shanghai. It is best known for its towering Longhua Pagoda and the serene layout of its ancient halls, courtyards, and bell tower, offering visitors a glimpse into traditional Chinese Buddhist architecture. The temple is also famous for its vegetarian noodles, a local specialty enjoyed by both worshippers and visitors. Takeaway: A journey into Shanghai’s oldest Buddhist site, where history, spirituality, and local flavors meet.
Once a traditional residential block in the French Concession, Tianzifang has been transformed into one of Shanghai’s most vibrant creative districts. It retains its distinctive Shikumen (stone-gate) houses, narrow lanes, and traditional courtyards, while now hosting art studios, boutique shops, teahouses, and cafés. The mix of historic architecture and modern creativity makes it a favorite spot for both locals and visitors. Takeaway: A lively maze of Shikumen alleys where old Shanghai charm meets contemporary art and culture.
Built in the Ming Dynasty (1559), Yuyuan Garden is a classic example of traditional Chinese architecture and landscape design. It features pavilions, rockeries, ponds, and beautiful gardens. The bustling bazaars surrounding the garden, offering traditional snacks, souvenirs, and cultural experiences. Admire charming Qing-Dynasty architecture of the Old Town and enjoy walking along the lucky ‘Nine Zigzag’ bridge . Here you may also enjoy fun shopping around the local markets for souvenirs as handicrafts, antiques, jade, pearls. Takeaway: A glimpse into ancient Chinese garden art and a chance to experience traditional Chinese culture and cuisine.
Drive to Pudong district, marvel at some of the world's tallest buildings that witnessed Pudong's fast development like Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Jinmao Tower. Standing at 632 meters (2,073 feet) with 128 floors, the Shanghai Tower is China's tallest building and the third-tallest in the world. It is a symbol of Shanghai's rapid urbanization and economic growth. Experience the world's fastest elevator in the Guinness record to the top observation deck of Shanghai Tower to get spectacular bird eye view of the mega city. Takeaway: An awe-inspiring view of Shanghai's skyline, a deeper understanding of modern engineering, and a glimpse into China's global ambitions.
The colonial-era promenade along the Huangpu River. Enjoy a leisure stroll along the riverside, admire the stunning views of old and new Shanghai, including magnificent skylines-Shanghai Tower, The Oriental Pearl TV Tower, the Bund's Old Customs House and other historic heritage while learning fansinating history and stories from your knowledgeable guide.
Wander along China’s most famous shopping street, a bustling promenade that blends tradition and modernity. From century-old department stores to dazzling shopping malls, Nanjing Road offers an exciting mix of local brands, international fashion, and cultural landmarks. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, neon lights, and lively crowds while your guide shares fascinating stories about the street’s history as the “First Commercial Street of China.”
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