Full-Day Best of Shanghai Guided Tour
ID: GYG17787-17787
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Country: China
Country: China
Duration: 08:00 hours
Description
Discover the rich history and contemporary charm of Shanghai, China’s most cosmopolitan city. See the best Shanghai attractions on this fully-guided tour. Visit the Bund, Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Old Street and many other highlights of Shanghai in a day.
Begin your full-day tour of Shanghai with a visit to the lush and beautiful Yuyuan Garden, a classic creation of the Ming dynasty. Travel on to explore Shanghai Old Street, which originated during the Qing dynasty. Shanghai's waterfront, otherwise known as the Bund on the scenic Huangpu River, offers local culture, sights, and sounds, as well as soaring skyline views at the International Architecture Exhibition.
Next stop is People's Square, a spectacular green space in the heart of the city. Then immerse yourself in the rich history of the ancient Chinese and the significant works of art displayed at Shanghai´s incredible Museum of Ancient Chinese Art. Home to a collection of over 120,000 precious and rare works in 21 categories, this is the most remarkable cultural institution in the city.
After a delicious lunch, enjoy the view as you drive along the former French Concession to browse the Shanghai Arts and Crafts Store. A tour of Shanghai would not be complete without the next stop, the Jade Buddha Temple with its priceless and extraordinary Burmese jade statues. We then head to Xin Tian Di, a stylish and exciting nightlife district boasting many boutiques, pubs, and restaurants.
Our final stop will be Tianzifang, where small craft stores, coffee shops and art studios line labyrinthine alleyways. Choose to stay and enjoy this vibrant area on your own, or take a return trip to your hotel.
Begin your full-day tour of Shanghai with a visit to the lush and beautiful Yuyuan Garden, a classic creation of the Ming dynasty. Travel on to explore Shanghai Old Street, which originated during the Qing dynasty. Shanghai's waterfront, otherwise known as the Bund on the scenic Huangpu River, offers local culture, sights, and sounds, as well as soaring skyline views at the International Architecture Exhibition.
Next stop is People's Square, a spectacular green space in the heart of the city. Then immerse yourself in the rich history of the ancient Chinese and the significant works of art displayed at Shanghai´s incredible Museum of Ancient Chinese Art. Home to a collection of over 120,000 precious and rare works in 21 categories, this is the most remarkable cultural institution in the city.
After a delicious lunch, enjoy the view as you drive along the former French Concession to browse the Shanghai Arts and Crafts Store. A tour of Shanghai would not be complete without the next stop, the Jade Buddha Temple with its priceless and extraordinary Burmese jade statues. We then head to Xin Tian Di, a stylish and exciting nightlife district boasting many boutiques, pubs, and restaurants.
Our final stop will be Tianzifang, where small craft stores, coffee shops and art studios line labyrinthine alleyways. Choose to stay and enjoy this vibrant area on your own, or take a return trip to your hotel.
Highlights
- Stroll along the Bund, Shanghai's architectural showcase
- Walk through the lush, gorgeous Yuyuan Garden in the Old City
- Visit the Shanghai Museum of Ancient Chinese Arts for a look at relics of China's past
- See the intricately carved statues of Jade Buddha Temple
- Step back into the fabled days of the Qing Dynasty on Shanghai's Old Street
- Experience the trendy boutiques and restaurants at the Xin Tian Di docks
- Explore the arts and crafts enclave of Tianzifang
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Kindly note that this tour will be guided by experienced guide from Shanghai Pathways, but it will not be guided by Janny Chyn - the owner of Shanghai Pathways. If you wish to book a private custom tour with Janny, please contact Shanghai Pathways directly.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
