Authentic Local Experiences with Shanghai City Hosts

Duration8h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesChinese, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the heart of Shanghai with personalized experiences led by local City Hosts who share your interests. Choose from a half-day or full-day adventure that takes you beyond the usual tourist spots. Engage in meaningful conversations, explore vibrant neighborhoods, visit local markets and eateries, or learn to cook authentic Chinese dishes. Each experience is designed to provide a deeper understanding of Shanghai’s culture, architecture, and lifestyle through the eyes of those who know it best. Enjoy a unique perspective on the city, making your visit truly unforgettable.

- Personalized experiences tailored to your interests
- Local City Hosts from diverse backgrounds
- Options for half-day (4 hours) or full-day (8 hours) explorations
- Private tours suitable for solo travelers, families, and small groups

What's included

One selected local meal and one non-alcoholic drink per guest
Private City Host and personalized pre-visit itinerary planning
A route-inspired keepsake and personalized recommendations
Private city transportation for the connections in your agreed itinerary

Additional food and drinks beyond the included meal and drink
Personal purchases and optional upgrades outside the agreed itinerary

What to expect

Shanghai
8h

Enjoy one private 8-hour experience for 1–2 guests, planned before your visit. Choose ONE direction: Shanghai, Day One (waterfront and landmarks); A Little Film Called Shanghai (leafy neighborhoods and photo/video memories); A River to Remember (art spaces, Suzhou Creek and an art scroll); Shanghai, an Open Book (museums and academic culture); A Little Less Hurry (water-town lanes, a temple and the riverside); or A Taste & Sound of Shanghai (market, cooking, shared dinner and Long Bar). These are alternatives, not six routes combined into one day. Your City Host accompanies you along an agreed itinerary, with conversation, a selected local meal and discoveries suited to your interests. Exact stops, start time, transport and admission arrangements are confirmed for your chosen route. Venue access, reservations, weather and availability may require agreed alternatives.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your City Host in front of Sun Ke Villa at Columbia Circle, Changning District, Shanghai. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

Meeting point

Meet your City Host in front of the ALDI entrance at Panlong Tiandi, Qingpu District, Shanghai. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

Meeting point

Meet your City Host at the Huashan Road Gate of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Xuhui Campus), Xuhui District, Shanghai. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

Meeting point

Meet your City Host at the main entrance of M50 Creative Park (M50 Art District), located at 50 Moganshan Road. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

Meeting point

Meet your City Host in front of Wukang Mansion, at the corner of Wukang Road and Huaihai Middle Road. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

Meeting point

Meet your City Host at the main entrance of the Shanghai Municipal Government Building, facing People’s Square, Huangpu District, Shanghai. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

End point

Meet your City Host in front of Sun Ke Villa at Columbia Circle, Changning District, Shanghai. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

End point

Meet your City Host in front of the ALDI entrance at Panlong Tiandi, Qingpu District, Shanghai. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

End point

Meet your City Host at the Huashan Road Gate of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (Xuhui Campus), Xuhui District, Shanghai. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

End point

Meet your City Host at the main entrance of M50 Creative Park (M50 Art District), located at 50 Moganshan Road. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

End point

Meet your City Host in front of Wukang Mansion, at the corner of Wukang Road and Huaihai Middle Road. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

End point

Meet your City Host at the main entrance of the Shanghai Municipal Government Building, facing People’s Square, Huangpu District, Shanghai. Your Host will contact you before the experience to confirm the exact meeting spot.

End point

Pickup details

We make your arrival easy. Your City Host will meet you at your hotel or another agreed location in Shanghai, with private transportation arranged where included in your experience. Before the day, our team will confirm your exact pickup time, meeting point, Host details, and transportation arrangements. Please be ready 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child car seats and wheelchairs are not provided. Please share mobility needs, walking preferences and children’s ages before booking so we can confirm a suitable itinerary and transport.

Cancellation policy

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