Shanghai Food Tour: Authentic Breakfast & Sights

Explore Shanghai’s culinary backstreets with a private breakfast tour, savoring authentic dishes and uncovering the city’s rich history and iconic landmarks.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road) - Once the heart of Shanghai’s commerce a century ago, it continues to thrive with vibrant shops and stores. Explore China’s first department store and its groundbreaking innovations of that time.
  • Chen Dacheng - Visit two traditional, time-honored restaurants. The first stop is an egg pancake and rice sweets…
What's Included
  • Premier taxi from People’s Square to Suzhou Creek
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Bottled water in the taxi
  • Breakfast
  • Vegetarian friendly (please notify us in advance)
  • A thoughtful gift and local dining guide
What's Not Included
  • Pickup or drop-off to your hotel / preferred location
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This is a private food tour designed exclusively for your group, offering more privacy and an enhanced atmosphere! Participants will explore the most authentic and delectable Chinese breakfast and dessert locations, while learning the captivating stories behind the cuisine. The journey includes passing by iconic landmarks such as Nanjing Road, People’s…

Location
Shanghai Fashion Store
Nan Jing Dong Lu
Meet your guide at the intersection of Nanjing East Road and Zhejiang Middle Road. Your guide will wear a brown shirt with logo "Eastbound and Beyond" Nearest subway: Exit 19 of People's Square Station Instruction to taxi driver: 先施大楼,南京东路和浙江中路交叉口
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sitk2025
May 31, 2025
Great - Perfect mix of sightseeing and food! We visited many lesser known spots like Rockbund and Suzhou Creek. Stoped at 5 places with delicious Shengjianbao and pancakes. The guide felt like a local friend - so much insight about Shanghai!
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Haowenh546
May 31, 2025
excellent food experience in Shanghai - The food was incredible, and we tried so much delicious food: crispy buns, egg pancakes, soup dumplings, and desserts. Recommend this tour for anyone who wants to try authentic local food
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Jessicazi5640hx
May 20, 2025
Local shanghai breakfast is so delicious! - This breakfast tour was such a fun experience! I had no idea crab meat could be used in soup dumplings — they were insanely juicy and flavorful. We tried so many tasty things and I was honestly stuffed by the end. The Bund is super popular, but I actually enjoyed the backstreets around Rockbund even more — the vibe there was really charming, and the views along Suzhou Creek were beautiful too. Definitely recommend to try once you are in Shanghai.
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I5530yq_
May 20, 2025
Amazing - Had such a great time on this breakfast tour! Tried so many different foods and definitely left feeling super full. I especially loved the drinks and desserts at this cozy dim sum spot — so good! The views at the Bund and People’s Park were really lovely too. Our guide was super fun and kept everything moving at a nice, chill pace. Just a really relaxing and enjoyable morning overall!
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885zhimingl
May 19, 2025
Great mix of food, stories, and street life - I signed up for this breakfast walk hoping to get beyond the usual tourist spots, and it totally delivered. We ate shengjianbao (pan-fried pork buns), scallion pancakes, and other local snacks from tucked-away places that felt super authentic. It wasn’t just about food though—we got to see regular morning life in the city, including a quick stop at the Bund before it got crowded. The pace was relaxed and the guide had great local knowledge. Felt more like exploring with a friend than a tour. Would definitely recommend.
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Zhipengs2025
May 19, 2025
A day well spent in SH - Great for a real taste of the city! No touristy stuff here—just friendly spots and locals love. Our guide, was so friendly and knew all the best places and every stop felt like a secret tip. The food was delicious, and we were shared cool stories about the city and its history. Definitely worth trying!
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291yimings
May 18, 2025
Authentic food toor with BEST TOUR GUIDE I've ever met - This breakfast tour in Shanghai was fantastic! The crispy bun was delicious, and the Cantonese-style dessert was a delightful. The tour was private and relaxed, and the our guide Laura is very knowledgeable about the city, perfect for enjoying great food and learning about the city’s culture.
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980joycez
May 18, 2025
Morning bites and local life - I had such a lovely morning on this breakfast walk. The food was tasty and varied—everything from street snacks to sit-down bites I’d never have found on my own. What really stood out was getting to see Shanghai waking up—people exercising in the parks, little alley markets opening, even a stroll past the marriage market in People's Park. Highly recommend if you want a more local, low-key way to experience the city.
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47janez
May 9, 2025
Hidden gems and perfect dumplings! - Woke up early for this tour and so glad I did. The food was great — those soup dumplings alone were worth it. Loved weaving through quiet alleyways and seeing a side of Shanghai I would’ve missed otherwise.
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Kylex520
May 9, 2025
Laid-back, authentic, and seriously tasty - If you’re looking for a relaxed morning eating where the locals eat, this is it. No tourist traps, just good food in tiny spots you’d walk past without noticing. Our guide Laura was super easygoing and knew so much about the city’s food culture.
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From $79
up to 5 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).