Shanghai: Yu Garden and City God Temple Private Walking Tour Tour Only with Meeting Point

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ID: GYG392267-711900
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Country: China

Duration: 03:00 hours


Description

Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour in Old Shanghai City to discover the city's traditional architecture. Visit the famous Yu Garden and learn about local beliefs at the City God Temple.
Get an insider's perspective of the changing scene of Shanghai on a 3-hour guided walking tour that discovers old city sights as well as delicious street food.

The tour begins with a visit to Yuyuan Garden, one of the finest private gardens in China, known for its classic landscape architecture. Wander down lively streets filled with local residents, sometimes still dressed in their pajamas. See tiny family-owned shops where you can rummage for bargain items.

Then you'll visit the City God Temple, where local residents go to pray for good fortune and peace. The popularity of the temple led to many businesses being set up in the area, turning the surrounding streets into a busy traditional marketplace.

Your guide can also take you on a stroll along the Yu Garden Old Street and to learn about the porcelain art, wooden crafts, and jewelry crafts in the bazaar. If you want to buy some souvenirs, feel free to ask your guide to bargain the best price for you. 

Take the optional snack option so you will have a chance to try some Shanghai street food. Taste the famous Soup Dumplings (Xiaolongbao) and learn from the local guide about the flavor and consistency of the broth, the quality of the meat filling, and the texture of the dumplings' skin.

Highlights

  • Get an insider's view of the changing face of Shanghai
  • Visit one of the city's finest private gardens, Yu Garden
  • Learn about Chinese Taoist beliefs at the City God Temple
  • Choose the optional snack option to taste soup dumplings
  • Feel free to ask the guide to help you bargain for souvenirs

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour will take place rain or shine
• Soup dumpling tasting is included if the option is selected
• Tips (optional) are not included in the ticket price
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet your guide in front of the main door of Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel (上海豫园万丽酒店). 5 min walk from Exit 1, Yuyuan Garden Station (Metro Line 10). The guide will hold a logo of "GetYourGuide" with your name on it.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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When should I book?

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.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.