Riverside Time Travel Walking Tour Through Shanghai’s Origins

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3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step back in time and discover the soul of Shanghai on this scenic riverside walking loop. Starting and ending at Nanjing East Road Metro Station, this route connects the city’s colonial beginnings with powerful wartime history and striking architectural landmarks. Along the way, you’ll cross iconic bridges, explore heritage buildings, and witness how the city continues to reinvent itself along the banks of Suzhou Creek and the Huangpu River.

Tour Highlights:
* The Bund Origin (Wai Tan Yuan)
* Waibaidu Bridge
* North Bund Riverside Promenade
* Shanghai Mansions
* Shanghai Postal Museum
* Sihang Warehouse Battle Memorial
* Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street

What's Included

Admission fee
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside of East Nanjing Road Station Exit No. 4 on the ground level, the guide will be waiting for you with a sign with Chi-Traveler.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Suzhou Creek is one of Shanghai’s most underrated gems — a place where the city’s past, present, and future flow side by side. Once an industrial artery filled with warehouses and cargo ships, it has been transformed into a scenic urban corridor rich in history, architecture, and local life.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Shanghai’s first all-steel bridge and a beloved symbol of the city. As you cross over Suzhou Creek, take in views of the skyline and imagine the countless people who’ve passed this way for over a century.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This stunning 1920s building blends European architecture with rich postal history. Head to the rooftop for hidden views of the Suzhou Creek and discover how mail helped shape Shanghai’s global connections.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    The Bund (Wai Tan)

    This elegant riverside district marks the birthplace of modern Shanghai. With restored colonial mansions and quiet gardens, it’s a more peaceful counterpart to the main Bund — yet just as rich in history.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)

    Finish your walk along Shanghai’s most iconic shopping street — a lively blend of neon lights, century-old brands, and endless people-watching. A perfect way to end the tour with a taste of modern-day Shanghai.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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