
4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway
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Is 4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway worth booking?
4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway is a 3-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $59 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 34 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (34)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $59 per person
Qibao Town, literally: "Seven Treasures Town" in Chinese, and it is a town in Minhang District, Shanghai. If you are a foodie and also like scenery of the ancient town, this tour fits you well. This 4-hour small group to
What you get
- Local guide
- Tea tasting
- 1-hour foot massage if option is selected
- Food tastings
About this experience
Qibao Town, literally: "Seven Treasures Town" in Chinese, and it is a town in Minhang District, Shanghai. If you are a foodie and also like scenery of the ancient town, this tour fits you well. This 4-hour small group tour takes you to see the closest ancient water town near by Shanghai city - Qibao, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of small alleyways, picturesque canals, and historical architectures of Ming and Qing dynasties. In addition, you will taste up to 8 different kinds of street food, such as Haitang cake,crab-meat dumplings, steaming sticky rice ball (tangyuan) soup, fried potatoes, muttons with source and many other choices.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Tea tasting
- 1-hour foot massage if option is selected
- Food tastings
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Shanghai Qibao Town
Choose your tour option and a morning or afternoon departure when you book. Then, meet your guide in People’s Square in central Shanghai and set off on your 4-hour food tour by subway to Qibao Ancient Town. Upon arrival, take a stroll along Qibao Old Street, home to many Ming- and Qing-dynasty buildings and architectural styles. Stop for photos on the beautiful stone bridges that span Qibao’s canals, and check out some of the many interesting souvenir shops as you walk. Continue into the southern part of Old Street, famous for its food shops and street snacks, and stop to taste up to eight different specialities from the following selection: • Haitang cake (sweet cake) • Crab-meat dumpling • Tangyuan soup (sticky rice dumpling sweet soup) • Fried potato balls • Cooked mutton with sauce • Colored steamed buns • Tofu jelly • Lotus leaf pork • Beggar’s Chicken (stuffed, wrapped, and roasted chicken) • Vegetarian chicken (bean curd roll)After your food tastings, visit a tea house beside a canal and enjoy a cup of Chinese tea, choosing from several varieties such as Green Dragon, Jasmine tea, or Oolong tea. Then, after your 3-hour tour, head for a massage center and enjoy a relaxing 60-minute Chinese foot massage (if option selected). Your tour finishes after your tea tasting or foot massage when your guide shows you back to the subway station and provides directions to your hotel from there.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Shanghai
Departure Point: Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center Ticket Place(see voucher for details) Address: Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center 100 People's Ave, Huangpu, Shanghai, China 上海城市规划馆售票处 人民大道100号
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Departure Point: Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center Ticket Place(see voucher for details) Address: Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center 100 People's Ave, Huangpu, Shanghai, China 上海城市规划馆售票处 人民大道100号
Options you can book
Morning Tour + Foot Massage
This option makes your tour duration to be 4 hours as it includes 1-hour foot message.
Afternoon Tour + Foot Massage
This option makes your tour duration to be 4 hours as it includes 1-hour foot message.
Afternoon Tour
Afternoon Tour
Morning Tour
Morning Tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Amazing Shanghai Trip
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- This tour offers 1-hour Chinese foot massage option if you wish to relax a bit after your 3-hour walking tour (in this case, your entire tour duration is 4 hours.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 34 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
34 verified traveler reviews for 4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic experience
Our tour was well organized with good communication ahead so we'd know what to expect. Our guide May was generous with tastings and great company. We had a memorable day. Highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Great tour to learn about food & culture
We had a great experience with Alana. Once we arrived in Qibao, we first visited the main shopping street, full of traditional houses, and then started our tour with delicious dumplings. We then wandered through a long street food area where Alana made some special recommendations and we were also able to pick out a few things we were interested in. Everything was so tasty and new, really great. Then we visited a local temple, had another great lunch and finished our tour at a nice tea house to relax after the walk. It's a great tour to learn about Chinese culture and food.
via Tripadvisor
Perfect way to explore the local cuisine
Alana was the perfect host. The market was the perfect place to get to the heart of Shanghai and mingle with the locals.
via Tripadvisor
Awesome Food & Cultural Tour
I had a fantastic time on this tour. Alana was fantastic, and there was so, so much great food. Definitely a highlight of my trip. I only wish I'd had room to eat more. Alana was great guiding me through using the Shanghai metro for the first time, taught me a lot about Chinese history and culture, showed me some really amazing sites in Qibao, and knew exactly where to go for the best food I've had in months. I'm recommending her tour to all my friends who visit Shanghai. I also cannot stress just how many good options there are. Without Alana, it would have been overwhelming, and a lot harder to navigate.
via Tripadvisor
Zoe was the best!
Had a fantastic tour with Zoe! She’s so friendly, incredibly sweet, and knowledgable. It felt like I was with a good friend!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $59 to $95
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 12
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 74
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does 4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway cost?
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Prices start at $59 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 4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway take?
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Plan for about 3 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 4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 34 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 4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway?
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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 4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway?
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Around 12 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 4-Hour Food Tour in Qibao Water Town from Shanghai by Subway 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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