Shanghai Zhujiajiao Water Town Private Tour with Boat Ride

6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

‘Venice of the East’ — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Experience the charm of Zhujiajiao from the water — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover Zhujiajiao, a classic Jiangnan water town about 50 km from downtown Shanghai. After your guide meets you in your hotel lobby, you’ll ride the Shanghai Metro together (fares included) for a smooth, local-style journey. You can upgrade to a private charter vehicle as an after-booking add-on for faster transfers and flexible timing.

Visit Fangsheng Bridge—the town’s most iconic stone arch—offers postcard views of boats gliding beneath. Step into Kezhi Garden (ticket included), an elegant complex of pavilions. Then board a covered wooden boat (ticket included) and drift along narrow canals as shopfronts, teahouses, and riverside homes unfold at a gentle pace.

Pause for a local specialty lunch（at your own cost) at a spot hand-picked by your guide—river fish, seasonal bamboo shoots, hand-pulled noodles, or xiaolongbao.

If you love evening ambience, you may choose an afternoon departure to enjoy twilight and night views: perfect for photos.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: German, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Aus Ocean Travel

Ages: Adults (0–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Admission fees: Ke Zhi Garden
Included: Admission fees: Boat Ride

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Itinerary

Zhujiajiao Kezhi Garden

45 min Admission included

Elegant blend of Chinese and Western architecture
Fangsheng Bridge

30 min Admission included

400-year-old stone arch bridge over the main canal
Zhujiajiao Yuanjin Temple

45 min Admission included

Nestled beside the canal and shaded by centuries-old trees, this hidden gem offers a calm spiritual retreat away from the bustling tourist streets.
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

45 min

Explore historic pedestrian street with local snacks and crafts

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

GreenTree Alliance Disneyland North Gate
Radisson Blu Hotel Shanghai New World
Acme Service Apartment
Juran Fashion Hotel
Opartment
Haishang Xiaowo Beijing East Road
Jingchang Hotel Shanghai Xinchang
The Langham Shanghai Xintiandi
Phoenix Hotel Huangpu
Huijiang Holiday Hotel
Sweetome Vacation Apartment - East Nanjing Road
Seventh Heaven Hotel

and 66 more pickup points

We will contact traveler one day before tour starts.

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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Tour + local-style lunch

Private guide + public transport + tickets + local-style lunch

Pickup included
Tour with character + lunch

Private guide + private character car + tickets + lunch

Pickup included
Private Tour without lunch

Private Tour with tickets: Private guide + public transport + tickets, no lunch included

Pickup included