4-hour Private Shanghai French Concession Walking Tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Shanghai, China
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Discover the architectural gems and vibrant culture of Shanghai's chic Former French Concession on this private walking tour. Your expert guide will lead you through a living museum of 20th-century history, where you'll admire iconic Art Deco landmarks, explore restored Shikumen lanes, and step into elegant colonial-era compounds. Highlights include the famous Wukang Building, Xuhui Old House Art Center, Ferguson Lane, Romeo's Balcony, Columbia Circle, and others.
• Explore Shanghai's stylish Former French Concession on a private walking tour.
• Enjoy the flexibility and personalized attention of a private tour tailored to your pace.
• Visit key highlights and hear fascinating stories and commentary from your guide.
• Choose from morning or afternoon departures to best suit your travel schedule.

What's included

  • Meet your private Shanghai local insider guide at your hotel lobby.
  • Entrance tickets listed.
  • Public transportation fee, such as Uber, Didi, Metro.
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Wukang Road
    30m
    Stroll down this historic avenue, lined with European-style villas under a canopy of plane trees, and learn about their illustrious past residents.
  2. Wukang Mansion
    30m
    Wukang Building: visit Shanghai's most famous Art Deco landmark, a magnificent ship-like structure at the intersection of five roads.
  3. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Xuhui Old House Art Center: Visit this center to deepen your understanding of the area's architectural heritage through detailed models and exhibitions.
  4. 30m · Admission ticket included
    Ferguson Lane: Discover a hidden brick-and-stone courtyard complex, a fine example of adaptive reuse that now houses chic boutiques and galleries.
  5. 10m
    Romeo's Balcony: Admire the charming and romantic Spanish-style balcony on a quiet lane, a favorite photo spot for its storybook appeal.
  6. Columbia Circle
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Explore this revitalized colonial-era compound, featuring the stunning Howard B. Swan Memorial Pool—a masterpiece of 1920s resort architecture.
  7. Taikang Road
    30m
    Conclude your walk by experiencing the creative pulse of the Tianzifang area, a labyrinth of traditional Shikumen houses transformed into a vibrant arts and crafts enclave.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Meet your private Shanghai local insider guide at your hotel lobby. Then take public transportation to Wukang Road.

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

Cancellation policy

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

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