Shanghai Half Day Morning or Afternoon Sightseeing Tour

3.6 (113 reviews) Shanghai, China
Duration4h 50m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Group sizeUp to 999 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Got only half a day to explore Shanghai? Discover the 'must-see' sights such as Jade Buddha Temple, Fresh Water Pearl Gallery and Shanghai Museum on the morning tour or The Bund, Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Old Street, a silk mill and Shanghai's entertainment district on the afternoon tour. A guided sightseeing tour of Shanghai is a must for anyone visiting China's most modern city.

What's included

  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Admission tickets
  • Hotel pickup and drop off in the city center
  • Gratuities
  • Meals

What to expect

  1. 1h
    Shanghai History Museum tells the tale of Shanghai's modern metropolis from ancient times until today. It houses about 110,000 items, including such notable relics as the Zhen Yuan General's Bronze Cannon, Wu You's Banquet at Yuyuan Garden, the cotton-processing machine manufactured by Britain's Dobson and Barlow, the manuscript of the late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) Pictorial of Dianshizhai, the square portrait of the nomination and election of the Republic of China period's presidential candidate, the Shanghai HSBC copper lion, the baizi bridal sedan chair of the Republic of China period (1912-49), the manuscript of Shanghai Historical Collection, a map of old Shanghai and the Charity Report.
  2. People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
    15m
    This is the morning tour highlight. People Square, in the heart of the city is a vast green area surrounded by great buildings on all sides. Here you have the opportunity to feed the doves to pray for the world peace.
  3. Jade Buddha Temple
    1h · Admission ticket included
    This is the morning tour highlight. Built during the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty (A.D. 1875-1909), Jade Buddh Temple contains a priceless collection of jade statues from Burma. The temple is constructed in the magnificent architectural style of the Song Dynasty. Currently the temple houses the Shanghai Buddhist Institute.
  4. The Bund (Wai Tan)
    30m
    This is the afternoon tour highlight. The Bund is known as Shanghai's waterfront. It is the most famous landmark and a symbol of old and new Shanghai. Four kilometers long, it has long been one of the most important areas of Shanghai. In the 1930s, the Bund was host to the city's financial and commercial centers.
  5. Yu Garden
    1h · Admission ticket included
    This is the afternoon tour highlight. Yuyuan garden includes many halls, springs and other buildings of interest. The visit brings you back to Ming Dynasty (A.D. 1368-1644).
  6. Yuyuan Old Street
    30m
    This is the afternoon tour highlight. It is a big bazaar in city center surrounding Yuyuan Garden, which was built 500 years ago. All the buildings are in Ming Dynasty architecture.
  7. Former French Concession
    Pass by
    This the afternoon tour highlight. The former French Concession is characterized by beautiful, tree-lined streets wander through Shanghai's hottest new entertainment district.
  8. Xintiandi
    30m
    This is the afternoon tour highlight. Xin Tian Di is located in the central area of old French Court. The brick buildings on these two-square blocks have been preserved and transformed into trendy clubs, restaurants and boutiques.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Departure Point: Tour departs from Shanghai city location hotels (cruise port pickup not available)
Dates: Daily
Return point: Returns to original departure point

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Shanghai History Museum is closed on every Monday. You will visit M50 Art Zone instead if your tour is on Monday.
  • Yuyuan Garden is closed on every Monday. You will visit City God Temple and Yuyuan Bazaar instead, if your tour is on Monday.
  • Minimum Departure: 3 people

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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