Shanghai Private Customized Zhujiajiao Water Town Half Day Tour

5 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Gondola in Zhujiajiao — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Fangsheng Bridge — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

What makes our Zhujiajiao Private Half-DayTour a must-do? It's simple! This immersive day trip offers a peaceful escape into the "Venice of Shanghai," where ancient canals, stone bridges and traditional lifestyles have been preserved for centuries.

This enchanting journey takes you through one of Shanghai's best-preserved water towns, showcasing a way of life that has gracefully endured through time. Glide along tranquil canals by boat, wander through narrow lanes lined with Qing and Ming Dynasty architecture, and discover the rich local customs that make this town a living cultural treasure.

On this captivating tour, you'll cross the magnificent Fangsheng Bridge, explore the private Kezhi Garden, visit the historic Yuanjing Temple, enjoy a relaxing boat ride through the winding waterways, and sample authentic local delicacies along Old Street. Each experience is carefully chosen to reveal the timeless charm of water town life.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: Monster Day Tours Shanghai

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: English-speaking Tour Guide
Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Car Expense and Boat-ride fees
Included: Zhujiajiao Private Guided Tour
Included: Bottled water
Included: Admission ticket

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Guide tips and gratuities
Not included: Food & drinks

Itinerary

Zhujiajiao Ancient Town

2 hours Admission included

On this captivating tour, you'll cross the iconic Fangsheng Bridge, explore the historic City God Temple, and enjoy a relaxing boat ride through the winding waterways. A true highlight is a visit to the exquisite Kezhi Yuan (Kezhi Garden) , the town's finest private scholar's garden. Here, you'll step away from the crowds to discover peaceful pavilions, intricate rockeries, and the stories of the merchant who built this hidden gem. To complete your cultural immersion, you'll also sample authentic local delicacies along the ancient Old Street.

Each experience is carefully chosen to reveal the timeless charm of water town life. Join our knowledgeable guides as they share fascinating stories of the merchants, scholars, and artisans who shaped this beautiful settlement—a perfect contrast to Shanghai's modern skyline!
Zhujiajiao Kezhi Garden

40 min Admission included

Kezhi Garden is the largest private garden in Zhujiajiao Ancient Town. Its name means "reading and farming," reflecting the owner's ideal of balancing study with agricultural life. Built between 1912 and 1927, the garden features a unique mix of classical Chinese design and Western architectural elements. Highlights include the five-story Moon View Pavilion, a 20-meter stele corridor with Ming Dynasty calligraphy, the Upside-Down Lion Pavilion, and an ancient opera stage.
Zhujiajiao Yuanjin Temple

30 min

Yuanjin Zen Temple (Yuanjin Chanyuan), also known as the "Temple of the Goddess" (Niangniang Miao), is a historic Buddhist temple located along the Caohe River in Zhujiajiao Ancient Town .

The temple was first built in 1341 during the Yuan Dynasty and features a serene, waterside setting . Its most distinctive structure is the Qinghua Pavilion, a three-story pavilion that offers panoramic views of the ancient town and its canals .