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.
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.
- Former French Concession - Your welcoming private tour guide will greet you in your hotel lobby. You will then be transported to the Former French Concession. Enjoy a leisurely walk along Yueyang Road, Dongping Road, Hengshan Road, and Taojiang Road, while discovering the colonial history of Shanghai. Delight in the charming streets lined with…
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Former French Concession - Your welcoming private tour guide will greet you in your hotel lobby. You will then be transported to the Former French Concession. Enjoy a leisurely walk along Yueyang Road, Dongping Road, Hengshan Road, and Taojiang Road, while discovering the colonial history of Shanghai. Delight in the charming streets lined with sycamore trees. Visit the Consulate of the United States and Sinan Mansion.
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Wukang Road - Take a stroll along Wukang Road, a popular street showcasing French architecture from the concession period. It’s a great spot to relax with friends, featuring numerous cafes, especially appealing to young adults and hipsters. Feel free to stop for a coffee break along the way (at your own expense).
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Wukang Mansion - Designed by Mr. Laszlo Hudec, Wukang Mansion boasts a history of about 100 years. Previously used as an apartment, its shape resembles the Cast Iron House in New York and is famously known as the giant sail ship.
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Soong Ching-ling Memorial Residence - Discover the life of Madam Song, regarded as the First Lady of China, and learn about her two sisters and family stories.
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Sinan Mansions - Walk past Sinan Mansion and explore the traditional Shanghai neighborhood known as Nongtang, where locals reside. Appreciate the numerous laundries, a typical aspect of Shanghainese lifestyle.
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Fuxing Park - Fuxing Park is a renowned landmark in the Former French Concession of Shanghai. Once the largest park in Shanghai, it is designed in French style with a beautiful lake, fountains, pavilions, and flowerbeds. In the early morning, the park is lively with ballroom dancers, card players, mahjong enthusiasts, badminton players, and Tai Chi practitioners. For Tai Chi watching, please book a morning tour.
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Tianzifang - Continue your tour to Tianzifang, an artistic area of Shanghai, often referred to as the SOHO of China. Originally built in the 1930s as a Shikumen residential area, it now hosts numerous galleries, unique boutique stores, bars, cafes, artistic cotton candy, and food stalls. Enjoy the best scallion oil noodles in Shanghai or local stir fry. At the end of the tour, your guide will return you to your delightful hotel.

- Lunch included
- Complimentary taxi fare within Outer Ring Road
- Exclusive private tour experience
- Expert tour guide with excellent English
- Lunch included
- Complimentary taxi fare within Outer Ring Road
- Exclusive private tour experience
- Expert tour guide with excellent English
- Gratuities (Recommended)
- Taxi fare at your own expense (Outside of Middle Ring Road)
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
- Gratuities (Recommended)
- Taxi fare at your own expense (Outside of Middle Ring Road)
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
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…
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.