Experience Shanghai Like a Native: A Day in Local Life

Experience local life of Shanghai for one day. Visit a local community market, supermarket, and community canteen for lunch. Explore the West Bund, a newly developed area popular with locals, etc.
Step into the heart of Shanghai’s local life on this unique one-day tour, designed to give you an authentic experience of the city beyond the typical tourist attractions. With your professional English-speaking tour guide, you’ll dive into the everyday routines of Shanghai residents, exploring vibrant community markets, local eateries, public transportation, and hidden gems only locals know.

Begin your day with a pick-up from your hotel and embark on your journey using the Shanghai metro, a daily transportation method for locals, to start your immersion into local life.

Your first stop is the bustling Jia Shan Road community market, where you’ll experience the local shopping scene firsthand. Watch as residents buy fresh produce, seafood, and other essentials, and learn about Shanghai’s culinary culture.

Afterward, head to Tianzifang, a charming area that blends Shanghai’s traditional Shikumen architecture with trendy shops, cafes, and art studios. It’s the perfect place to explore Shanghai’s artistic side.

Next, experience everyday shopping at a local large supermarket. Here, you’ll discover the products that are staples in the homes of Shanghai residents and get a taste of daily life in the city.

Enjoy a meal at a popular community canteen, a favorite spot for locals to enjoy Shanghai-style home cooking. Taste authentic dishes prepared fresh and served with local flair.

After lunch, visit the West Bund, a newly developed area that combines history with modernity. Once an industrial hub, it has transformed into a vibrant cultural and artistic district in recent years. Your guide will share insights into the development and significance of this riverfront district, popular with locals for leisure and cultural activities.

Next, experience Shanghai Library, a beloved spot for locals to read, study, and relax. With its modern facilities and vast collection, it’s a hub of knowledge and a great place to see Shanghai’s love for books in action.

The final stop on your tour takes you to the iconic Wukang Building in the former French Concession. Take a stroll through the area, appreciating the charming architecture and lively local atmosphere.

At the end of your immersive day, your guide will accompany you back to your hotel, via the Shanghai metro, allowing you to reflect on your authentic local experiences.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.