Shanghai Classic Food and Culture Walking Tour

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Ready to taste the real Shanghai? Join our Shanghai Classic Food &Culture Walking Tour and dive into the vibrant buzz of everyday life!
This tour is a full-sensory immersion into the past and present of China's most dynamic city. We'll feast like kings on a culinary crawl through the city's best-kept secrets, and also step back in time as we explore the elegant, colonial-era streets of the Bund, discovering breathtaking architecture and quiet churches far from the crowds.
In this engaging tour, you'll not only taste the authentic local food like soup dumplings, scallion pancake but also explore various Chinese food like Cantonese changfen, Yunnan traditional rice noodles and a bustling Wet Market. After feeding up we will refuel with a coffee at the retro Donghai Cafe and then stroll through the elegant streets of the Bund, where colonial architecture meets modern Shanghai. Follow our guides through the real Shanghai—one delicious story at a time!

What's Included

English-speaking Tour Guide
Guided Shanghai Food & Cultural Tour
9 to 10 Local Shanghai Food & Drinks
Personal Expenses
Guide tips and gratuities
Transport
Optional food & drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet by Metro 2/10 East Nanjing Road Exit 5 ( 300 Nanjing Rd East Close to He'nan Rd)

End point

Founded in 1851 by Guangdong natives, Xinghualou brought authentic Cantonese dim sum to Shanghai. Over generations, it has evolved by blending those techniques with local Shanghainese tastes, creating a unique style that we now call ‘Haipai’ (Shanghai-style) Cantonese cuisine.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)

    On the east part of Nanjing Road, we will dive deep into the vibrant buzz of everyday life by tasting the authentic Shanghai Breakfast and Cantonese Changfen to power the day like a local.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Shanghai

    After powering up with the city's dream-chasing breakfast. We will switch gears and step into the engine room that keeps Shanghai running day-to-day — its neighborhood wet market where Shanghai's real flavor is made. It will be a Full-Sensory Shopping Experience for you!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)

    welcome to Nanjing Road — famously called China's No. 1 Commercial Street, a street that tells the story of modern Chinese commerce. A century ago, it was defined by its 'Four Great Department Stores'.They created the very idea of the modern shopping experience in China. Walk here today, and you witness its evolution. You'll find global giants like Apple and Huawei. The world's largest Pop Mart represents a new chapter.These have shown how Nanjing Road constantly adapts, from grand department stores to experiential retail.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    As the Headquarter of a true Shanghai culinary legend, Da Hu Chun has been making shengjianbao for over 90 years. It’s not just any old shop. For years in a row, it has been recommended by the prestigious Michelin Guide, earning the “Bib Gourmand” title for offering exceptional quality at a very friendly price. This makes it an authentic piece of Shanghai's food culture, enjoyed by both locals and famous visitors (like Apple's Tim Cook), right in the heart of the old city.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Completed in 1869,the Holy Trinity Church is the oldest and most famous Anglican church in Shanghai. For over a century, it was the spiritual and social heart of the British community in the International Settlement. Its distinct look, with the sharp spire and colourful stained glass, made it a major landmark. Unlike many buildings on the Bund, it wasn't a bank or trading house—it was a place of peace and community amidst the busy commercial district. After being restored, it stands today as a quiet reminder of old Shanghai's diverse religious life.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Shanghai

    Shanghai is where China’s modern media was born.The "Press and Publishing Street" (Hankou Road)has been China’s headline for over 150 years. In the early 1900s, this was the hidden engine of ideas — where newspapers, magazines, and revolutionary pamphlets were born.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Welcome to Shanghai's "Snack Power Walk" zone. Here, we grab, we munch, and we keep moving — just like the locals. Up next, a trio of classics that define street-eating. Here,you will also see rows of rows of lamb carcasses, the gleaming hooks… doesn't it feel like we've teleported straight into the heart of a Moroccan souk or Istanbul's Grand Bazaar? This stretch of road is famous for its Halal meat shops, a testament to Shanghai's diverse culinary tapestry.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 8

    De Xing Guan (Est. 1883) is a cornerstone of authentic Shanghai (Benbang) cuisine. For nearly 150 years, its takeaway counters have been the city's go-to for classic dishes like red-braised pork, drunken chicken, and expertly crafted soup dumplings. It represents the timeless, savory-sweet heart of Shanghainese food culture.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 9

    Xinghualou, one of Shanghai's most legendary culinary institutions. Founded in 1851 by Guangdong natives, it brought authentic Cantonese dim sum to Shanghai. Over generations, it has evolved by blending those techniques with local Shanghainese tastes, creating a unique ‘East-meets-West, South-meets-North’ style that we now call ‘Haipai’ (Shanghai-style) Cantonese cuisine.It’s not just a restaurant; it’s a living museum of how Shanghai absorbs and adapts cultures.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers with food allergies (wheat, soy sauce,ect)
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Culinary Tours
Street Food Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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