Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights
Shanghai, China

Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights

Outty Ranking 65 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $158
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Outty Ranking

65/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights worth booking?

Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights is a 8-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $158 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
65 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
8 hours
From
$158 per person

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Shanghai experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private car or public transport on this door-to-door private tour. Check off three of Shanghai’s biggest attractions—The Bund, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Tower—and stroll through Former French Concession. Upgrade to A comprehensive package with entrance fees, taxi fare and lunch are all inclusive 1: Full-day private tour of Shanghai City 2: Take in the highlights of The Bund, Jade Buddha Temple and Shanghai Tower 3: Choose between morning and afternoon departures to suit your schedule 4: This private tour can be customized to your interests and ensures you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide

What you get

    About this experience

    Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Shanghai experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private car or public transport on this door-to-door private tour. Check off three of Shanghai’s biggest attractions—The Bund, Jade Buddha Temple, Shanghai Tower—and stroll through Former French Concession. Upgrade to A comprehensive package with entrance fees, taxi fare and lunch are all inclusive 1: Full-day private tour of Shanghai City 2: Take in the highlights of The Bund, Jade Buddha Temple and Shanghai Tower 3: Choose between morning and afternoon departures to suit your schedule 4: This private tour can be customized to your interests and ensures you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide

    What's included

    Included

    • Entrance Fees
    • Lunch ( If the option is apply)
    • Private Tour
    • Taxi fare within Middle Ring Road (If the option is apply)
    • Private English Speaking Tour Guide

    Not included

    • Gratuities (Recommended)
    • Taxi fare at your own expenses outside Middle Ring Road
    • Lunch ( If the option is selected)
    • Any other expenses that not listed as included

    What you'll see and do

    1. The Bund (Wai Tan)

      Your friendly private guide will meet you in your hotel lobby. Then you will be transferred to the Bund, Enjoy the stunning skyline of magic Shanghai. Admire the beautiful landmarks such as Fairmont Peace Hotel, HSBC building...etc. Learn the colonial ear history of China.

      30 minutes here

    2. Pudong New Area

      Continue your tour to Visit the world's second-tallest building. Shanghai Tower. It was designed by American architectural firm Gensler. Admire the stunning views of Shanghai. then, Riverside promenade.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Jade Buddha Temple

      Then, visit the Jade Buddha Temple, the most popular temple in Shanghai with over 140 years old history from Qing Dynasty. Here you will see 2 Jade Buddhas. One Reclining Buddha with 8 ft long and one Sitting Buddha upright with over 6 ft total. With its bright crystal color, You will be filled with the blessings of harmony, generosity and kindness. From time to time, the Temple has benches and desks set up and you are allowed to practice writing prayers in Chinese using ink and Pen. An interesting activity for kids. Your itinerary is fully customizable, if you would like to visit Yu Garden or Jewish Refugees Museum instead of Jade Temple, You can just tell your guide during the travel day. The Yu Garden and Jewish Refugees Museum are closed on Monday.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Former French Concession

      Head to French concession for a delightful Hunan cuisine lunch. It is Chairman Mao's favorite. You will learn the colonial ear's history from 1849 till 1943 at an area of 66 hectares (163.09acres)

      60 minutes here

    5. Wukang Road

      Stroll through 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)

      30 minutes here

    6. 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.

      Pass by without stopping

    7. 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.

      Pass by without stopping

    8. Tianzifang

      Continue your tour to Tianzifang, it is an artsy area of Shanghai, there are tons of Galleries, handmade jewelry stores, Bars, Cafes, artsy cotton candy and Pizzeria.

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    9. Xintiandi

      Explore the most trendy area of Shanghai Xintiandi, It is the birthplace of communist party. At the end of the tour your tour guide will transfer you back to your lovely hotel.

      30 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • All Inclusive Tour

      Duration: 8 hours: Private tour guide, Premier Taxi fare, lunch and entrance fees are all inclusive. Pickup included

    • Tour by Taxi/Subway

      Duration: 8 hours: Private tour guide and entrance fees are all inclusive. ( Taxi/Subway fare and lunch are at your own expenses) Pickup included

    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 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Sunflower Tours China

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    1 mention

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Food and drink

    1 mention

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Ben_W · August 2025

    Shanghai Budhas, Skyline, and hidden gems!

    Wonderful way to get to know Shanghai, there’s no way we could have seen or heard about all of these areas of Shanghai without our wonderful guide. She was friendly, professional, easy to understand, passionate, and very knowledgeable! The version that we booked included admission and guide service, but the cost of taxi (DiDi) transport and lunch was on us. We understood that and everything worked well. Highly recommend this experience.

    via Viator

    Daniel_L · June 2025

    The tour guide Miss Mary...

    The tour guide Miss Mary was very good. She is very knowledgeable of the area. Answer all our questions. Gave us flexibility and still able to manage time very well. Save us lot of time and hassle with her guide. Very helpful with photos and know to get The best view. If we have friend coming to Shang Hai, will recommend to book this tour.

    via Viator

    FamilySimon · January 2019

    Day Tour of Shanghai with QinQin

    We had about 8 hours to see Shanghai and our wonderful guide QinQin managed to navigate and gives us a wonderful highlight tour of Shanghai. Not only was she extremely knowledgeable but very flexible in adding some of our different ideas for restaurants and activities. Ironically, she was our best tour guide of our 2 1/2 week trip to Asia, and we highly recommend her.

    via Tripadvisor

    LH N · January 2019

    Shanghai Visit

    Apple was a most delightful tour guide. We were met at the airport with a driver and the joy of visiting Shanghai began. We enjoyed a stroll in the French Concession, and ended our day with a Ferry ride to see the beautiful night lights of Shanghai. Our visit to Shanghai was just the best. Two days was not enough for this lovely City, however Apple gave us the best tour and historical overview. She was marvelous!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $158 to $268
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Sunflower Tours China, who run 181 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.1.

    See everything Sunflower Tours China runs

    Why this scores 65

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)90
    Review evidence (18% weight)29
    Booking momentum (14% weight)16
    Value for money (12% weight)78
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.

    How much does Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights cost?

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    Prices start at $158 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 Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights take?

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    Plan for about 8 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 Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 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 Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights?

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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 Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights?

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    Around 1 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights 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, Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai, Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated. 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.

    What is included in Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights?

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    Included: Entrance Fees; Lunch ( If the option is apply); Private Tour; Taxi fare within Middle Ring Road (If the option is apply); and Private English Speaking Tour Guide. Not included: Gratuities (Recommended); Taxi fare at your own expenses outside Middle Ring Road; Lunch ( If the option is selected); and Any other expenses that not listed as included. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1737 listed pickup locations in and around Shanghai. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Shanghai. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Full Day Private Tour Amazing Shanghai City Highlights?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including All Inclusive Tour, Tour by Taxi/Subway. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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