4-hour Private Shanghai French Concession Walking Tour

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the architectural gems and vibrant culture of Shanghai's chic Former French Concession on this private walking tour. Your expert guide will lead you through a living museum of 20th-century history, where you'll admire iconic Art Deco landmarks, explore restored Shikumen lanes, and step into elegant colonial-era compounds. Highlights include the famous Wukang Building, Xuhui Old House Art Center, Ferguson Lane, Romeo's Balcony, Columbia Circle, and others.
• Explore Shanghai's stylish Former French Concession on a private walking tour.
• Enjoy the flexibility and personalized attention of a private tour tailored to your pace.
• Visit key highlights and hear fascinating stories and commentary from your guide.
• Choose from morning or afternoon departures to best suit your travel schedule.

What's Included

Meet your private Shanghai local insider guide at your hotel lobby.
Entrance tickets listed.
Public transportation fee, such as Uber, Didi, Metro.
Food and drink
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Meet your private Shanghai local insider guide at your hotel lobby. Then take public transportation to Wukang Road.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Wukang Road

    Stroll down this historic avenue, lined with European-style villas under a canopy of plane trees, and learn about their illustrious past residents.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Wukang Building: visit Shanghai's most famous Art Deco landmark, a magnificent ship-like structure at the intersection of five roads.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Xuhui Old House Art Center: Visit this center to deepen your understanding of the area's architectural heritage through detailed models and exhibitions.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Ferguson Lane: Discover a hidden brick-and-stone courtyard complex, a fine example of adaptive reuse that now houses chic boutiques and galleries.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Romeo's Balcony: Admire the charming and romantic Spanish-style balcony on a quiet lane, a favorite photo spot for its storybook appeal.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Explore this revitalized colonial-era compound, featuring the stunning Howard B. Swan Memorial Pool—a masterpiece of 1920s resort architecture.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7

    Conclude your walk by experiencing the creative pulse of the Tianzifang area, a labyrinth of traditional Shikumen houses transformed into a vibrant arts and crafts enclave.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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