Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated

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About this activity

Discover Shanghai from its humble origins as a fishing village and hear the stories behind how it evolved to become one of the world's most exciting and cosmopolitan places!

In 3.5~4 hours, our tour covers all the must-see spots in downtown Shanghai. Get ready to dive into the history, culture, art, architecture, and mouthwatering food of this vibrant city!

IMPORTANT: Please note that the booking fee charged here is solely to reserve your spot, as the tour itself operates on a tips-based model, meaning you decide how much your guide deserves for their hard work. This voluntary tip is a way to recognize your guide's efforts and helps us maintain this exciting job!

Booking is limited to groups of up to 4 people (adults+kids). If your group exceeds 4 people, please contact us to arrange a private tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Free Tours China

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks: Stop at a Local Food Street for a Snack Break - Cheap, Classic and Delicious! (Pay for your own)
Included: Local English Speaking Tour Guide - Fun, Friendly and Fabulous! :)

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)

20 min

Explore People’s Square with a fascinating crash course in its rich history. Discover the stories behind the impressive City Hall building and learn about the iconic museums that surround this vibrant landmark.
Stop 2

20 min

Discover the lush green space in downtown Shanghai, located next to the historic Race Course Club building. Visit on weekends to experience the incredible Shanghai Marriage Market, a unique cultural event you won't want to miss!
Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)

20 min

Stroll through Shanghai's busiest shopping street and uncover the fascinating shopping habits of the Chinese people!
Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)

20 min

Take a delicious snack break to savor authentic local street food and refreshing drinks!
The Bund (Wai Tan)

30 min

Admire Shanghai's most iconic landmark and discover the secrets and anecdotes behind its towering skyscrapers!
Chenghuang Miao (Yuyuan Garden)

20 min

Explore the centuries-old Chinatown and dive into its bustling shopping district!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting Point: People's Square Metro Station (line 1/2/8), Exit 3.

It is in front of the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall.

Address: Corner of Renmin Avenue & Middle Xizang Road

(Chinese: 人民广场地铁站3号出口; 上海城市规划展览馆门口, 西藏中路与人民大道交叉口）

End point

The afternoon tour runs 2pm-5:30pm, lasting about 3.5 hours. Finishes at the Bund, close to East Nanjing Road Metro Station on line 2/10.

Where you can enjoy the stunning night view, eat, shop, and do more sightseeing on your own!
The morning tour runs 10am-2pm, lasting about 4 hours. Finishes at Yuyuan Garden Bazaar, close to Yuyuan Garden Metro Station on line 10/14;

Where you can go visit the garden, eat, shop, and do more sightseeing on your own!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.