Private Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch
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Private Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $241 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- $241 per person
This tour provides a great opportunity to explore Shanghai City Highlights and Zhujiajiao. With a private guide, explore a representative Art Galleries - M50 Creative Park and closely watch lovely animals such as pandas
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About this experience
This tour provides a great opportunity to explore Shanghai City Highlights and Zhujiajiao. With a private guide, explore a representative Art Galleries - M50 Creative Park and closely watch lovely animals such as pandas at Shanghai Zoo. In the afternoon, transfer to Zhujiajiao, start your exploration of the ancient water town by boat and foot, admire its picturesque waterways, traditional houses and dozens of stone bridges. 1. Explore the best preserved water towns - Zhujiajiao Ancient Town 2. Closely watch lovely Giant Pandas and learn some common knowledge about animals 3. Lunch is included, with vegetarian options available 4. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
What's included
Included
- Knowledgeable tour guide
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Entrance fee of the indicated attractions
What you'll see and do
M50 Creative Park
Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel at 09:00 a.m.. Then, transfer to M50 Creative Park and start the highlight tour. In the characteristic industrial buildings of a former textile mill you will find a significant group of contemporary art galleries, cafes and craft shops. The roster of galleries comes and goes. Some are tucked away upstairs in the buildings alongside other creative businesses so it is a good place to explore. From a quality point of view look out for ShangART who have two venues here, Chronos Art Centre, who specilise in new media; A+ and Antenna Space have also created large and good looking exhibition environments, preserving the character of the buildings. Then, you will transfer to Shanghai Zoo and closely watch lovely Giant Pandas.
45 minutes here
Shanghai Zoo (Shanghai Dongwu Yuan)
Shanghai Zoo is a large-scale state-level zoo. There are more than 400 species of animals, such as giant pandas, golden monkeys, South China tigers, Manchurian tigers, Yangtze alligators, elks, but also animals from all over the world, such as giraffe, kangaroo, penguin, hippopotamus, sea lion and the like. You will visit the giant pandas and learn some common knowledge about animals. The giant panda area is fan-shaped, where an indoor exhibition area and an outside playground can be seen. You can watch the panda's every movement. At noon, you will enjoy traditional local speciality for lunch, with vegetarian options available. In the afternoon, you will transfer to Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and admire its picturesque waterways, traditional houses and dozens of stone bridges.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
Also known as the ‘Venice of Shanghai,’ Zhujiajiao is the best preserved of the four ancient water towns in the Shanghai area. With a history dating back over 1,700 years, Zhujiajiao is full of lovely canals and waterways, small alleys, picturesque bridges, and ancient buildings, many from the Ming and Qing dynasties. The best way to explore Zhujiajiao is on foot and by boat. We will stroll through 1,700 years of history on a leisurely boat tour of this delightful water town. Then, We will visit landmarks including Kezhi Garden, the Qing-period post office, the City God Temple and Yuanjin Temple. Zhujiajiao post office is the earliest post office in east China, which is the only well-preserved Qing dynasty post office in east China. Afterwards, enjoy comfortable transfer back to your hotel. Wrap your memories and say good-bye in your hotel.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- MoreFunAsia
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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
- $241 to $418
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Private Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $241 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 Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch 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 Private Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 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 last minute in Shanghai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch?
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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 Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch 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 Private Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch?
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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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tour of Shanghai Zoo and Zhujiajiao Ancient Town with Lunch 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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