Charming Shanghai French Concession Mini-group Walking Tour

5.0 (7 reviews) Shanghai, China
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Join our 3-hour guided walking tour through Shanghai's former French Concession, with a small group of under 10 guests for a more personal experience.

Stroll through tree-lined streets, from narrow alleys to elegant villas, exploring both famous landmarks like Tianzifang and hidden gems. Our knowledgeable guide will share fascinating history and local stories, giving you deeper insight into life in China, past and present. You'll also take a break in a cozy café and enjoy a complimentary drink.

Tour highlights:
1. Stroll tree-lined streets in the historic neighborhood
2. People-watch in a beautiful French-inspired park
3. Explore Tianzifang, an artsy district set in historic alleys
4. Visit a British-style estate hidden in the bustling city
5. Hear stories of the city's colonial past and modern China
6. Enjoy a complimentary coffee or beverage in a cafe

What's included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • One coffee or beverage at the cafe
  • An intimate small-group tour, no more than 10 people
  • A local restaurant recommendation brochure
  • Pick-up or drop-off
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Fuxing Park
    30m
    Stroll through the sunken gardens and past the grand fountain, you might feel as if you've stepped into Paris rather than Shanghai! Despite a century of wars and social changes, much of the park has been wonderfully preserved. Here, you can witness lively scenes of locals playing the saxophone, practicing Tai Chi, and performing with Chinese yo-yos.
  2. Sinan Mansions
    30m
    Now an upscale neighborhood with ultra-expensive hotels and fancy restaurants. Charming western-style villas scattered in lush green gardens. In the past, it was a residential neighborhood for social elites like top diplomats, lawyers, and generals.
  3. 30m
    Step into a quiet local alley. Locals still reside here-elderly women hang laundry in the passageways, while grandfathers ride their bikes through narrow lanes, picking up their grandchildren from school. It’s a beautiful glimpse of everyday life! You will learn about some fascinating stories of everyday life in China.
  4. 30m
    This place was the former Morris Garden, named after a super-rich family back in the day. The entire block was their private estate, with most of the area covered in greenery. You will stroll through its beautiful grounds and hear how the family climbed up the social ladder.
  5. Shaoxing Lu
    30m
    A quaint narrow street with tunnel of trees. It is also Shanghai’s most "literary" street - it was home to more than half of the city’s publishing houses, as well as local opera houses and bookstores.
  6. Tianzifang
    30m
    A local neighborhood converted into an art district and boutique shops in recent decades. Now TianZiFang is a perfect combination of local residential neighborhood, shops and art crafts studio.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

1/ Meet your guide at the oval-shaped garden near Fuxing Park's west gate. It’s just a 30-second walk from the gate. Your guide will wear a brown shirt with logo "Eastbound and Beyond";
2/ Nearest subway: Exit 1 of Huaihai Middle Road Station
3/ Info to taxi driver: 复兴公园西门，皋兰路

End point

The tour will end at Tianzifang

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public group for 2-10 guests
  • Private tour available upon request, with an additional charge. Please contact us for details
  • Please wear comfortable shoes as there will be approx. 3-4 km of walking
  • Operates in all weather conditions (except for extreme ones)
  • Infants (age under 3) are welcome to join free of charge
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation policy

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

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