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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
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.
Wukang Mansion
30m
Wukang Building: visit Shanghai's most famous Art Deco landmark, a magnificent ship-like structure at the intersection of five roads.
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.
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.
10m
Romeo's Balcony: Admire the charming and romantic Spanish-style balcony on a quiet lane, a favorite photo spot for its storybook appeal.
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.
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.