
Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession
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Is Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession worth booking?
Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession is a 3.5-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $69 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (9)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $69 per person
This walk through French Concession is designed for those who want to make the most of a half-day discovering the city’s culture, history, art & food. Each stop has been carefully chosen to tell layered stories that reve
What you get
- Bottled water
- Brunch
- Professional & Local English Tour Guide
About this experience
This walk through French Concession is designed for those who want to make the most of a half-day discovering the city’s culture, history, art & food. Each stop has been carefully chosen to tell layered stories that reveal how Shanghai has evolved over 900 yrs! Your guide, a native Shanghainese, brings 30+yrs of personal witness to the city’s shaping & 15+yrs of cross-cultural exp, serving as your living link between the past & present. Our Core Uniqueness: 1. Systematic, Tangible History: Chronologically explore Shanghai’s eras, with the rare chance to feel ancient artifacts in a local Antique Market. You touch the history. 2. Gourmet Storytelling: This is not a generic food crawl. Each curated tasting at a local eatery represents a different Shanghai’s era or influence, creating a delicious timeline of city evolution. 3. The "Living Museum" Route: We bypass crowded tourist streets to explore the authentic neighborhood. Discover hidden gems like old villas, alleyways, and markets.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Brunch
- Professional & Local English Tour Guide
What you'll see and do
Your Guide will do self-introduction and background information intro for Former French Concession.
10 minutes here
Shanghai antique city Market
Step into a time capsule at this non-touristy antique market. Touch genuine Ming/Qing porcelain and coins—history feels real when you can hold it.
25 minutes here
Shanghai District Court —— See the 200-year-old layout of the foreign concessions. This spot reveals how colonial power shaped old Shanghai’s streets.
10 minutes here
Local Food Stop 1—— Watch a Shanghai master craft scallion pancakes. The sizzle and smell? Pure, living local tradition.
15 minutes here
Historical Secret Garden Villa —— Wander a 100-year-old villa’s hidden garden. Discuss how tycoons and bankers built Shanghai’s economic empire here.
15 minutes here
Local Food Stop 2 —— Taste Shanghai-style noodles and shengjian(pan-fried buns). See how food evolved with the city’s boom.
20 minutes here
Former French Concession
Local Alley Compound & Community Center—— Step into a 80-year-old alley compound. Learn how ordinary Shanghainese lived—and still live—in tight-knit neighborhoods.
15 minutes here
Local Expat Community —— Visit a hub for Shanghai’s modern expats. See how global cultures mix with local life today.
10 minutes here
Yongjia flower Market
Local Wet/Supermarket—— Explore a bustling wet market. Discover how Shanghainese shop, cook, and eat in everyday life now.
15 minutes here
Secret Roof Top Viewpoint—— Climb to a hidden rooftop. Get a bird’s-eye view of the French Concession’s tree-lined charm.
10 minutes here
Huaihai Road Commercial Street
Local Food Stop 3 —— End with sweet treats. Taste Shanghai’s diverse culinary DNA.
20 minutes here
Stroll Xiangyang Park and its trendy streets. See how old Shanghai meets new—parks, cafes, and malls collide.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Shanghai
Meet at: McDonald’s entrance, 玖时活力中心 (Ground floor, No. 18 Damuqiao Rd). Metro: Line 9/12 to Jiashan Station, Exit 4 (turn left). Taxi: Show this: "请到徐汇区大木桥路18号麦当劳" ( No. 18 Damuqiao Rd).
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Max & Mini Shanghai Cultural Tours
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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $69 to $124
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Max & Mini Shanghai Cultural Tours, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.3.
See everything Max & Mini Shanghai Cultural Tours runsWhy this scores 68
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Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession cost?
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Prices start at $69 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 Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession take?
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Plan for about 3.5 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 Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 9 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 Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession?
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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 Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession?
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Around 3 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 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession 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 Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated, Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights, Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai. 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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