Private Shanghai Walking Tour: Explore the Unique Former French Concession
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Shanghai
Discover the charm of Shanghai's Former French Concession on a private walking tour. Immerse yourself in colonial history, explore traditional neighborhoods, and indulge in the city's best noodles.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Former French Concession - Your friendly private tour guide will meet you in your hotel lobby. Then, you will be transferred to Former French Concession. Stroll along the Yueyang Road, Dongping Road, Hengshan Road & Taojiang Road, learn the colonial era history of Shanghai. Enjoy the very charming streets surrounded by sycamore tree. Stroll through the Consulate of the United States and Sinan Mansion.

  • Wukang Road - Stroll along Wukang Road. One of the most pouplar road in French architecture, which is remnants from the French concesson period. A good place to hang out with firends with loads of cafes especially for young adults and hispters. Please feel free to make a coffee stop along the way. ( at your own expenses)

  • Wukang Mansion - Wukang Mansion was designed by Mr Laszlo Hudec. It has about 100 years old history, It was used as an apartment in the past. The shape looks like the Cast IRON HOUSE in New York. it is well known as the giant sail ship.

  • Soong Ching-ling Memorial Residence - Madam Song was considered as the First Lady of China. Get to know her other two sisters and family stories.

  • Sinan Mansions - Visit the trendy Sinan Mansion. Stroll through the traditional Shanghai neighborhood. It is called Nongtang that locals lives. Admire the countless laundries. It is typical lifestyle of Shanghainess.

  • Fuxing Park - Fuxing Park is one of the most famous landmarks in Former French Concession of Shanghai. It was once the largest park in Shanghai. It is designed in French Style with a beautiful lake , fountains, covered with pavilions, flowerbeds. Early Morning, the park fills with ball room dancers, card players, mahjong fans, badminton lovers and Tai chi people. If you would like Taichi watching, Please booking morning tour.

  • Tianzifang - Continue your tour to Tianzifang, it is an artsy area of Shanghai, known as the SOHO in China. It was built in 1930s as a Shikumen residential area. Today with numbers of Galleries, interesting boutique stores, Bars, Cafes, artsy cotton candy and food stall. Savor the best scallion oil noodles in Shanghai or local stir fry. at the end of the tour, your tour guide will transfer you back to your lovely hotel.

What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Complimentary taxi fare within Outer Ring Road
  • Exclusive private tour experience
  • Expert tour guide with excellent English
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (Recommended)
  • Taxi fare at your own expense (Outside of outer Ring Road)
  • Any other expenses that not listed as included
Additional Information

Experience the intriguing blend of old-world colonial elegance, modern flair, and the authentic Chinese way of life that characterizes the distinctiveness of the Former French Concession. Embark on an exploratory walking tour with a personal guide, along with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off services. Absorb Shanghai’s historical colonial past as you wander through the enchanting streets and experience the essence of communal living in an age-old “nongtang” locality. Lastly, treat your taste buds with Shanghai’s best noodles. Adventures in the Former French Concession include a walking tour with an exclusive guide, a flavorsome meal of traditional Shanghai noodles at a local restaurant, and convenient options for morning or afternoon expeditions to accommodate your timetable. Round off with easy hotel transfers by subway or taxi.

Location
Former French Concession
Puxi Central, Huangpu District
Cancellation Policy

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

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Y7741cxmarkl
Oct 30, 2023
Great tour of Shanghai! - Today’s walking tour of the French Concession with Miss Ester was wonderful! She is friendly, very knowledgeable and went several hours over the scheduled time for the tour. I learned so much about the architecture, Shanghai history and the local economy. Thank you very much. I would highly recommend this tour to others.
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Ntashma1
Jul 27, 2019
Great Way to Experience the French Concession - Our guides Sunflower and Esther (English names) picked us up promptly in our hotel lobby and arranged transportation to the French Concession area. Sunflower was bubbling with enthusiasm, and Esther was incredibly knowledgable about the history of the area-who lived in what buildings when, etc. She knew the area very well. After an extensive walk, including past the US Embassy (where Chinese guards yelled at me for taking a photo), Sunflower took us for lunch at a spot with the most delicious noodles! Great experience-highly recommend! This are of Shanghai is charming with tree-lined streets and lovely buildings.
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