Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City
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Is Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City worth booking?
Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City is a 7.5-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $90 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- From
- $90 per person
Experience our private tour created just for you! Embark on a serene journey through China picturesque landscapes as you head into the heart of the city. Upon arrival, meet your experienced guide, ready to take you on a
What you get
- Private transportation
- Professional local tour guide in Shanghai
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick up and drop off at the hotels
About this experience
Experience our private tour created just for you! Embark on a serene journey through China picturesque landscapes as you head into the heart of the city. Upon arrival, meet your experienced guide, ready to take you on an enchanting Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City. Discover Shanghai City spectacular, capture iconic moments and more. Our tours are carefully planned. We will meet you directly at your hotel and make sure you have enough time to relax and enjoy the day. Leave us the details and we will take you on an extraordinary adventure that will create memories that will stand the test of time!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Professional local tour guide in Shanghai
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pick up and drop off at the hotels
Not included
- Lunch
- Entrance fee to observation deck of the top tower.
What you'll see and do
The Bund (Wai Tan)
Meet your private guide at your central Shanghai hotel at your prefered time.Tell your guide if there’s anything you want to see more of on your tour: your itinerary is flexible and can be 100% customized around you. Following is the sample itinetary and you are welcome to discuss with your guide if you want to customize your own tour. Typically, you will visit The Bund , the colonial-era promenade along the Huangpu River. Admire the stunning views of old and new Shanghai, including buildings such as the Bund's Old Customs House and iconic skyscrapers.
30 minutes here
Yu Garden
Afterward, visit the 500-year old classic Chinese Yu Garden, and view the traditional Qing-Dynasty architecture of the Old Town Bazaar. Enjoy fun walking along the lucky ‘Nine Zigzag’ bridge , appreciate old pavillions, ponds in the lush greens. Here you may also enjoy fun shopping around in the local bazaar markets for souvenirs as handicrafts, antiques, jade, pearls, silk, and other wares etc. If you wish, experience a tea ceremony (own expense) and sample some high quality local tea.
90 minutes here
Former French Concession
Then, visit Shanghai’s French Concession, once the center of colonial life and now a hip area. Visit the ‘French Park,’ to see locals enjoying activities like ballroom dancing, Tai-chi, singing, and water calligraphy, and stroll around the Concession with its charming avenues of ‘French trees’ and traditional houses.
90 minutes here
Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
After the wonderful morning activities, you will take a break and savor a local delightful lunch in the nice restaurant. Your expert guide will help you order the dishes based on your own dietary requests.
60 minutes here
Jade Buddha Temple
After lunch,head to visit one of the most beautiful and famous buddhist temple -Jade buddha temple. Admire the exquisite Jade Buddha Status from Burma,explore different chambers of the temple and learn the fasinating religiouns culture ,wisdom from your knowledgable guide.
90 minutes here
Next, continue the tour to Pudong Lujiazui area ,take a leisure walk along the skybridge among the futuristic mordern skyscrappers. Marvel at the fast development of city. If nice clear day, choose to visit one of the top obervation deck in Shanghai Tower, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Financial Tower, Jinmao Tower based on your own preferences. Enjoy the spectacular birdeye view of the mega Shanghai city. As the exclusive flexible tour , if you have been to the above mentioned attrations , you could also have alternative options to visit Xintiandi, Tianzifang, Shanghai Museum, Urban Planning Hall, Shanghai poster art museum, AP Plaza market etc based on the time and your own interests. After the wonderful day you will be dropped off back to your downtown hotel or other downtown area as per your request.
90 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private tour for 5 passengers
Private transfer: Includes private transport from/to hotels in Shanghai. Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Shanghai. Pickup included
Private tour for 2 passengers
Private transfer: Includes private transport from/to hotels in Shanghai. Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Shanghai. Pickup included
Private tour for 6 passengers
Private transfer: Includes private transport from/to hotels in Shanghai. Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Shanghai. Pickup included
Private tour for 1 passenger
Private transfer: Includes private transport from/to hotels in Shanghai. Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Shanghai. Pickup included
Private tour for 3 passengers
Private transfer: Includes private transport from/to hotels in Shanghai. Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Shanghai. Pickup included
Private tour for 4 passengers
Private transfer : Includes private transport from/to hotels in Shanghai. Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Shanghai. Pickup included
Private tour for 7 passengers
Private transfer: Includes private transport from/to hotels in Shanghai. Private guide: Enjoy the company of a private guide in Shanghai. Pickup included
Driver-Only Tour
No guide, fixed 7:30 AM pickup: Private transportation only. No guide, no entry tickets. Available on Tuesdays with a fixed 7:30 AM pick-up. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- taxiGo Limo Airport Service
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour will take place outside the attraction so admission fees is not included. Sightseeing Tour
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $90 to $700
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City cost?
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Prices start at $90 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 Shanghai City take?
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Plan for about 7.5 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 Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 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 culture & history in Shanghai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City?
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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 7.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Private Tour Shanghai City 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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