
2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience
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Is 2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience worth booking?
2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience is a 4-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $49 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $49 per person
This family friendly private Shanghai Old Town tour takes you to see a kaleidoscopic sequence: luxuriant old mansions, markets, old city wall, old streets, hidden alleyways, street food as well as to learn about interest
What you get
- Cricket fight experience
- Professional guide
- Entrance fees
- Snacks (street food)
- Public transportation (from hotel to the beginning spot of the tour)
About this experience
This family friendly private Shanghai Old Town tour takes you to see a kaleidoscopic sequence: luxuriant old mansions, markets, old city wall, old streets, hidden alleyways, street food as well as to learn about interesting cricket fighting culture. Cricket fighting was nurtured by Tang Dynasty emperors more than 1,000 years ago, and later popularized by commoners. It is now a passed pastime enjoyed by only aging Shanghai and Beijing dudes.
What's included
Included
- Cricket fight experience
- Professional guide
- Entrance fees
- Snacks (street food)
- Public transportation (from hotel to the beginning spot of the tour)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel drop-off
What you'll see and do
Yu Garden
The largest ancient private mansion representing harmony between men and heaven in old China is now the oasis of tranquility in the middle of ultra-bustling city. Enjoy its ingenuity with your guide.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Bird And Flower Market(South Xizang road)
Visit one of the few lively markets for earthy folks going about alleyway pastimes. In summer, the market turns to be the coliseum of cricket warriors ...
50 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Shanghai
Renaissance Yu Garden Hotel is two minutes away on foot to "Exit 1 of Yuyuan Garden Station on Line 10 or Line 14"
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tour ends anywhere as you like in downtown (5 km from People's Square)
Options you can book
Morning Tour
All-inclusive and hands-on cricket culture participation. Your tour departure time is at 9:00am.
Afternoon Tour
All-inclusive and hands-on cricket wrestling culture participation. Your tour departure time is at 1:00pm.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Shanghai Tour Facilitator - Harris Side Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $49 to $185
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does 2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience cost?
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Prices start at $49 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Shanghai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Shanghai is not rushed.
Is 2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Shanghai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Shanghai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Shanghai and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 2-Hour Yu Garden in Oldcity and Cricket Boxing Culture Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Shanghai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Shanghai?
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On Outty we rank every Shanghai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights, Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option, 4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Shanghai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Shanghai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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