Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights
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Is Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights worth booking?
Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights is a 7-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $30 per person. It scores 98 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Peak Performance”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1,268 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 98 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1,268)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $30 per person
This great 8-hour Shanghai city tour takes you to discover the must see sites in Shanghai from its old and modern perspectives, from its colonial Bund riverside to the modern skyscrapers Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai
What you get
- Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle(Only "Private Guide & Car" or "All Inclusive" is booked)
- Local delightful & Classy Lunch (Only for those who booked" All Inclusive Tour" Option)
- Private tour with amazing guide
- Downtown Hotel pick up and drop-off
- Entrance fee to YuGarden(Only if you booked "All Inclusive Tour"Option(Garden is closedevery Monday)
About this experience
This great 8-hour Shanghai city tour takes you to discover the must see sites in Shanghai from its old and modern perspectives, from its colonial Bund riverside to the modern skyscrapers Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Tower, from the elegant Ming Dynasty Yu Garden and old town Bazaar to the charming French Concession, from the exquisite Jade Buddha Temple to China's No.1 famous shopping street Nanjing Road and more! Experience the local culture, history and life with your local guide. Enjoy the flexibility of the exclusive private tour and explore the city at your desired way and pace! You can either choose to experience the city with the tour option by public transit such as metro, taxi, or you can choose the option with your own private vehicle. No matter if you are a solo traveler or travel with friends or family, you won't want to miss such an amazing and memorable day!
What's included
Included
- Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle(Only "Private Guide & Car" or "All Inclusive" is booked)
- Local delightful & Classy Lunch (Only for those who booked" All Inclusive Tour" Option)
- Private tour with amazing guide
- Downtown Hotel pick up and drop-off
- Entrance fee to YuGarden(Only if you booked "All Inclusive Tour"Option(Garden is closedevery Monday)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch (If "Private All Inclusive Tour " option is NOT booked)
- Entrance fee to observation deck of the top tower
- Outskit hotel pick up and drop off( Can be arranged at surcharge)
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
Then, follow your guide to Yu garden ( Closed on every Mondays), here you will enjoy explore the five century old garden built with charming chambers, exquisitive rockeries, ponds ,pavillions doctted in the lush greens while learning the fasinating history from your guide.
50 minutes here · Admission not included
Old Town
Beside the Yu garden, visit the Old town bazaar also know as the "China Town" built with the traditional Qing-Dynasty architecture complex. Enjoy fun walking along the lucky ‘Nine Zigzag’ bridge and the unique vibes of the old Shanghai. 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.
60 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.
50 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.
90 minutes here
Jade Buddha Temple
After lunch,head to visit one of the most beautiful and famous Buddhist temples -Jade buddha temple. Admire the exquisite Jade Buddha Status from Burma,explore different chambers of the temple and learn the fascinating religious culture ,wisdom from your knowledgable guide.
60 minutes here
Shanghai Tower
Next, continue the tour to Pudong Lujiazui area ,take a leisure walk along the skybridge among the futuristic modern skyscrapers. Marvel at the fast development of city. If nice clear day, choose to visit one of the top observation decks 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 attractions , 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.
Options you can book
Private Guide & Car Service
Great local guide, private driver and car are included (lunch and entrance fees at your own expense). Pickup included
Private Guide Service Only
Amazing private guide for 8-hour tour( food, transport at your costs). Pickup included
Private All Inclusive Tour
All Inclusive Tour: Great local guide, private driver and car, tasty lunch , entrance fees to Yu Garden and Jade Buddha Temple are all inclusive. Pickup included
PrivateTour by Uber/Metro Only
Tour by Uber/Metro: Great private guide, local transportation fare (Uber taxi/Didi) are inclusive (lunch ,entrance fees at your own expense). Pickup included
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunny Private Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- If your hotel is not located in downtown Shanghai, an arrangement can be made to meet near the downtown area
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,275 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
1,275 verified traveler reviews for Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Annie Was Amazing – Such a Lovely, Knowledgeable Guide Who Made Our Shanghai Day Unforgettable! ❤️
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best guide we could have asked for! We had the absolute best day in Shanghai with Annie! From the moment we met her, she was so lovely, friendly and welcoming. She made us feel comfortable straight away and was so easy to spend the day with. Annie has an incredible amount of knowledge and shared so much with us throughout the day. I honestly feel like I learned so much about Shanghai, its history, culture and the people. She didn’t just take us from place to place, she really brought everything to life and made the day so much more meaningful. We had so many laughs and just had such a wonderful time with her. You can tell Annie genuinely loves what she does, and that really shines through. We absolutely loved our day and when we come back to Shanghai with our whole family, I will definitely be requesting Annie again. ❤️ Thank you, Annie, for making our day in Shanghai so special and giving us memories we’ll always have. We were so lucky to have you as our guide! X
via Tripadvisor
A great day trip
This was a great day trip, made all the better by Feifei our tour guide. Very much recommended to have the talking as well as the views and sights. Brilliant.
via Tripadvisor
Exploring Shanghai
We did the full day private tour of Shanghai and our delightful guide was Wing. She tailored the day to suit us and made some great suggestions, including a visit later that evening to the Shanghai Circus World. We highly recommend this tour, especially with Wing.
via Tripadvisor
Annie Was Amazing – Such a Lovely, Knowledgeable Guide Who Made Our Shanghai Day Unforgettable! ❤️
Annie was amazing! So friendly & knowledgeable. We learned so much and loved our day! We’ll request her again ❤️
via Viator
Wonderful experience. Would do it again!!
Fei Fei was an excellent tour guide and was so full of fascinating knowledge. She expertly guided us thru locations and introduced us to so many new things. Our driver was terrific too and Fei Fei was coordinating with him for pickups to make it all so very convenient! I would use this agency and Fei Fei again! Definitely recommend!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $363
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 444
- Verdict
- Peak Performance
Why this scores 98
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Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights cost?
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Prices start at $30 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 Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 98 out of 100, which we label "Peak Performance". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1,268 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Shanghai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New 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 Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights?
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Around 444 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New 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 Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option, 4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour, From Shanghai: Zhujiajiao Water Town Private Tour with Boat Ride. 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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