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Private Layover Tour of Shanghai Tower and other Iconic Attractions with Pickup

8–9 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Layover Tour of Shanghai Tower and other Iconic Attractions with Pickup

About this activity

This classic leisure layover tour will amaze you with top and popular attractions in Shanghai. After a convenient airport pickup, wander in the Bund and admire the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles; appreciate the panoramic views of Shanghai on the 118th floor of Shanghai Tower; stroll around Former French Concession area and appreciate the Sikumen style old houses at Xintiandi and visit the mysterious Jade Buddha Temple. To enhance your experience: Private transportation, lunch and entrance fees are included.

  • Walk along Lujiazui Ring Bridge which is good place to photograph skyscrapers
  • Lunch is included, with vegetarian options and local speciality available
  • Enjoy an in-depth immersion into Shanghai history courtesy of your private guide
  • Hassle-free pickup and drop-off from airport in Shanghai
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At a glance

Duration
8–9 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
German, Chinese, Japanese, English, French, Spanish
Operated by
MoreFunAsia Shanghai Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–85 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Knowledgeable tour guide
  • Included: Private transportation
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Entrance fee of the indicated attractions

Itinerary

  1. The Bund

    45 min

    Your tour guide will meet you at exit of airport at 08:30 a.m. or your flight arrival time. Then, you will transfer to the Bund and start the wonderful Shanghai Private Tour.

    The Bund is a famous waterfront on the west bank of Huangpu River and regarded as the symbol of Shanghai. Here, the charm of Shanghai as a bustling metropolis combining the century-old history and flourishing future is fully presented, making the Bund Shanghai a must-see attraction. We will see the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles at the Bund. Such as Peace Hotel, Shanghai Customs House and Shanghai Pudong Development Bank. We will see Sculpture on the Bund, Monument to the People's Heroes, Huangpu Park and Waibaidu Bridge. We also can appreciate high rises across the Huangpu River.

  2. Pudong New Area

    Passing by

    As a new and bustling district, Pudong offers visitors some of the most modern attractions, businesses, skyscrapers and shopping malls, all featuring the latest in entertainment, technology and fashion.

    We will walk along Lujiazui Ring Bridge which is good place to photograph skyscrapers.

  3. Shanghai Tower

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    The new landmark of Shanghai, the tallest building in Shanghai with a total height of 632 meters. The 118th floor of the tower has a indoor observation deck which is the world's highest indoor observation deck and called the 'Top of Shanghai Observatory'. Tourists are recommended to visit the exhibition hall on floor B1 first, and then take the express elevator to the 118th floor directly within only 55 seconds, its speed can reach 18 meters per second. Here, you have a bird’s-eye view of Shanghai. You will have time to stop and admire the scenery on both sides of the Huangpu River on the 119th floor.

    Then, we will transfer to Nanjing Road and enjoy local speciality for lunch.

  4. Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)

    one hour

    Nanjing Road is considered to be the 'No. 1 commercial street in China', which has been a landmark for this city for a long time. Along its 5.5 kilometers, you will find over 600 shops that on average are visited by some 1.7 million people each day. Here, you can purchase everything wanted, spanning from special and cheap souvenirs to the luxurious world famous brands. You can also visit the surrounding neighborhoods and the thinnest building.

    Then, we will stroll around Former French Concession area, such as Xintiandi and Shikumen Museum.

  5. Xintiandi

    30 min

    Xintiandi is a tourist attraction that preserves the historical and cultural features of Shanghai and integrates Chinese and western culture. Xintiandi is divided into northern and southern parts. The south is dominated by modern architecture. The north is dominated by Shikumen old buildings. Composed of Shikumen and modern architectural style, now it has become a hot and fashionable pedestrian street in the center of the city. Actually, it stands for the popular and leisurely life style of this city's new generation. The outdoor cafes, bars and romantic restaurants can be seen everywhere.

  6. Shikumen Museum, Shanghai

    30 min Admission included

    It is an old shikumen house built in the 1920s that has been preserved and renovated. The museum was built according to the model of one household in the 1920s. There are seven main exhibition rooms, namely, the guest room, the study room, the old people's room, the master room, the daughter room, the pavilion room and the oven room. The story of a shikumen family runs through the whole visit. It not only shows the unique shikumen architectural culture of Shanghai, but also reproduces the living space and lifestyle of Shanghai people in those days.

  7. Jade Buddha Temple

    one hour Admission included

    The Jade Buddha Temple is an active monastery and one of the most popular temples in Shanghai. Visit to see the site's two beautiful jade Buddhas as well as the vast collection of statues, relics, and art.

    Although the history of the Jade Buddha Temple is not very long, the old-time and classical architectural style makes it unique and inimitable in this modern city. The Jade Buddha Temple is a good place to go whether you are a Buddhist or not, the peaceful and transcendent atmosphere adds a kind of richness to our busy modern society.

    Afterwards, enjoy comfortable transfer back to airport to catch your flight or nearby hotel. Wrap your memories and say good-bye.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Pu Dong Airport
  • Jinchen Hotel
  • Green Tree Inn Shanghai Lingyan South Road Yangsi Subway Station Shell Hotel
  • Home Inn Selected Shanghai Waitan Sichuan North Road
  • Bihao Self-service Apartment Shengtiandi
  • Home Inn (Shanghai Dabaishu)
  • Guang Dong Hotel
  • GreenTree Inn Shanghai Caobao Road Subway Station Wantiguan
  • Ejia Apartment Hotel
  • DingJu Family Apartment (Ba Bai Ban)
  • Green Court Residence City Center Shanghai
  • Baiyuan Hotel Shanghai Huaide

and 1,707 more pickup points

Your guide will pick you up from Airport or nearby hotels in Shanghai.

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%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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