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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Step into a living epic where the garden is the screen. More than a walk, this private tour is a cinematic journey through the legendary tale of its creator. You’ll read the garden as scenes of drama, power, and poetry. Guided by a Shanghai native with deep roots, you’ll feel the history through the eyes of someone who understands it.
Our Uniqueness:
1. Intimate Exploration: Step away from the tourist crowds. We navigate hidden pathways and quiet corners to reveal Yu Garden's true beauty and atmosphere.
2. Decoding Aesthetics: Go beyond the surface. Learn to see and understand the "language" of Chinese garden design—the hidden codes of art, power, and nature.
3. Masterful Storytelling: Your guide is not just a narrator, but a cultural expert who brings 400 years of history to life through fascinating narratives and deep insights.
4. Truly Personalized: This is a private tour. The focus is entirely on you, your questions, and your experience. No rushed schedules, no noisy groups.
What's included
Entrance fee
Meals
What to expect
Gucheng Park
10m
Our in-house guide will lead you on a brief walking tour to explore the history of Old Town Shanghai—including the ancient city walls and moat—so you can understand how this historic neighborhood connects to the world of Yu Garden.
Yu Garden
2h 30m · Admission ticket included
Our guide will first show you around the vibrant skirt area of Yu Garden, immersing you in the local atmosphere, before we enter the garden itself for a deep-dive tour of its hidden treasures.
Yuyuan Old Street
10m
After the guided tour of Yu Garden, our guide will escort you through the bustling Yuyuan Bazaar. There, you can explore authentic Shanghainese flavors at local eateries, unwind in cozy cafés or traditional tea houses, shop at popular spots like POP Mart, and uncover treasures in charming antique stores.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meeting Point Address: No. 363 Remin Road, Shanghai, which closed to Gate 8 (North Gate) of Gucheng Park.
End point
Meeting Point Address: No. 363 Remin Road, Shanghai, which closed to Gate 8 (North Gate) of Gucheng Park.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
