
Shanghai City Walking Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 46 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Shanghai City Walking Tour worth booking?
Shanghai City Walking Tour is a 3-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $5 per person. It scores 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 46 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 84 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (46)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $5 per person
What makes our Shanghai City Free Walking Tour a must-do? It’s simple! This tour offers a fantastic introduction to the city's history and culture, all while being budget-friendly. This immersive experience invites you to dive into the city's rich history and vibrant culture while soaking in stunning views along the iconic Huangpu River. From its humble beginnings as a fishing village to its rise as a bustling metropolis, Shanghai's transformation is an incredible story just waiting to be told. On this engaging tour, you'll have a time travel on the Suzhou Creek, where you can snap a photo with Shanghai's beloved symbol on the Instagram-Famous Bridges, explore the glamour of The Bund, and immerse in the stunning sights, smells, and sounds of ancient Yu Garden Bazaar. Each stop is chosen to give you a taste of the rich cultural tapestry that defines Shanghai. Join our enthusiastic guides as they share fascinating stories that bring the Magical City to life!
What you get
About this experience
What makes our Shanghai City Free Walking Tour a must-do? It’s simple! This tour offers a fantastic introduction to the city's history and culture, all while being budget-friendly. This immersive experience invites you to dive into the city's rich history and vibrant culture while soaking in stunning views along the iconic Huangpu River. From its humble beginnings as a fishing village to its rise as a bustling metropolis, Shanghai's transformation is an incredible story just waiting to be told. On this engaging tour, you'll have a time travel on the Suzhou Creek, where you can snap a photo with Shanghai's beloved symbol on the Instagram-Famous Bridges, explore the glamour of The Bund, and immerse in the stunning sights, smells, and sounds of ancient Yu Garden Bazaar. Each stop is chosen to give you a taste of the rich cultural tapestry that defines Shanghai. Join our enthusiastic guides as they share fascinating stories that bring the Magical City to life!
What's included
Included
- Insider tips on where to eat, explore, and experience Shanghai like a local
- Guided Shanghai City Walking Tour covering key landmarks and cultural highlights
- Local snack or coffee break (pay for your own)
- A tip in accordance to the experience at the end of the tours is welcomed and expected.
- Passionate local guide sharing Shanghai's stories, history, and hidden gems
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Entry/Admission - Yuyuan Garden
What you'll see and do
Suzhou River
The Suzhou River, also known as Suzhou Creek, is a significant river in Shanghai, China. Historically, it served as an important transportation route and was once heavily polluted due to industrialization. In recent decades, extensive cleanup efforts have revitalized the river, making it a scenic area with parks, walking paths, and cultural attractions. It now symbolizes Shanghai's transformation and commitment to urban sustainability.
30 minutes here
Shanghai Post Museum
Opened in 1924, it was once the largest post office in Asia and the heart of China's international communications. Its grand, classical design—with the iconic clock tower and majestic sculptures—was meant to show the world the power and reliability of the modern postal service. It's still a working post office with a beautiful public hall. Inside, you'll find a stunning grand hall that still operates today, and a museum that showcases everything from ancient courier systems to vintage mail trucks.It perfectly symbolizes old Shanghai: a meeting point of East and West, tradition and breathtaking modernity.
20 minutes here
Huangpu Park
Huangpu Park is a place of fascinating contradictions, holding multiple layers of Shanghai's history within its border. It is a monument to cultural exclusion and leisure, and a key to understanding the visionary planning that saved the Bund from becoming a mere dockyard and made it the iconic symbol of Shanghai.
15 minutes here
The Bund (Wai Tan)
The Bund—Shanghai's most iconic landmark and an open-air museum of architecture. This magnificent mile-long waterfront promenade showcases a stunning collection of 52 grand buildings from the 1920s and 30s, once housing the world's greatest banks, trading houses, and clubs. This is why it was known as the "Wall Street of the East." It's the perfect symbol of Shanghai itself: a city forever looking forward, but built upon a rich and powerful history.
30 minutes here
Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is the most famous shopping street and a major tourist attraction in Shanghai, China. Often called "China's No. 1 Shopping Street," it stretches for about 1.5 kilometers through the heart of the city.
40 minutes here
Former HSBC Building On The Bund
No. 12 The Bund, originally the HSBC Building, is a landmark of Shanghai and a masterpiece of neo-classical architecture. Completed in 1923, it was once hailed as "the most luxurious building between the Suez Canal and the Bering Strait."
20 minutes here
St. Joseph's Church, located at 36 South Sichuan Road in Huangpu District, Shanghai, is a historic Roman Catholic church built between 1860 and 1861. As the oldest Catholic church in the former Shanghai International Settlement, it once served as the bishop's residence and diocesan treasury. The architecture combines Romanesque and Gothic styles, featuring a Latin cross layout, a single bell tower, and distinctive stained glass windows. Designated as a Shanghai Municipal Heritage Site in 1994, the church remains an active place of worship today, holding regular masses for the local Catholic community.
5 minutes here
Yuyuan Fashion Street
Welcome to the incredible Yuyuan Bazaar, a bustling maze of traditional buildings now filled with tea houses, classical gardens,souvenir stalls, and some of the best street food in Shanghai—this is the place to try famous xiaolongbao (soup dumplings)!
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Shanghai
Go to Exit 3 Tiantong Road Station of Metro 10/12, in front of Ji Hotel and look for a guide with a Red Tiger.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We will end our tour by the Yuyuan Garden and Bazaar, a bustling maze of traditional buildings now filled with tea houses, souvenir stalls, and some of the best street food in Shanghai—this is the place to try famous xiaolongbao (soup dumplings)!
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
- Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Monster Day Tours Shanghai
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Every direct booking helps us to support social causes and sustainable tourism in our destinations. Join us in creating positive change - learn more at #MonsterImpact.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 44 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
44 verified traveler reviews for Shanghai City Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great city walking tour with Jane!
Top experience on this city tour, where we explored old Shanghai and saw how it looked before the skyscrapers. I loved seeing a side of the city you can only grasp with a guide narrating the story behind each brick. Jane has a superpower: she makes you feel energized and curious about everything she explains!
Response from the operator: Dear Explorer, Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're thrilled you loved discovering old Shanghai and seeing the city beyond the skyscrapers. And we couldn't agree more — Jane truly has a superpower for making history come alive and sparking curiosity in everyone she guides! We hope to see you again soon! Cheers, Monster Day Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Shanghai walk
It was my first visit to Shanghai and found an english speaking free ( by donation) walking tour with Monster Day Tours. Jane provided an excellent history of The Bund area on our walk and kindly answered all our questions. Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Dear Explorer, What a wonderful way to start your first trip to Shanghai! We're so happy you joined us and that Jane brought The Bund's history to life for you. Thank you for your kind words and your recommendation — we'd be delighted to welcome you back anytime! Best Regards, Monster Day Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour
Getting on this free tour along with Jane (our guide) was most certainly the best decision I ve taken this week! What a fantastic tour. As a newcomer to Shanghai, Jane was able to share with me and the rest of the group all the clues to understand the English settlement and the shore along the Bund. Jane was very professional, gave us a lot of historical and architectural insights and was able to answer all of the questions! Very impressive. Super nice guide and eager to share her passion for this city. Highly recommend for a him who wants to understand and unveil the secrets of Shanghai
Response from the operator: Dear Explorer, Thank you for such a thoughtful review! We're delighted that joining Jane's tour was the highlight of your week and that her professionalism, historical and architectural insights, and passion for Shanghai left such a strong impression. Your recommendation means a great deal to us, and we look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon. Best! Monster Day Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommend this tour! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I had a wonderful experience on this day tour. Our tour guide, Jane, was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the whole trip. She took us on a great walking tour and brought us to many special places that I probably wouldn’t have discovered on my own. She shared interesting stories and history along the way and was always happy to answer all our questions. Everything was well organised, and I really enjoyed the whole experience. Thank you, Jane, for making the tour so enjoyable! I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Shanghai. ❤️
Response from the operator: Dear Explorer, Thank you so much for this beautiful review! ❤️ It truly means the world to us — and to Jane — to know that she made your Shanghai experience special. She has a real gift for uncovering the city's hidden corners and bringing its stories to life, and she genuinely loved spending the day with you. Knowing that you'd recommend this tour to others is the best compliment we could ask for. We hope to welcome you back someday for more discoveries! With gratitude, Monster Day Tours Shanghai
via Tripadvisor
Guided tour with Jane!
I had a great tour with Jane. This day it was only me and her, which made for a very in depth tour of Shanghai's British, American and Chinese concessions. She showed me some good food and drink spots, and gave me advice on how to navigate being vegetarian in China. She gave me some great recommendations for the remainder of my trip! Thank you so much again Jane! I would highly recommend this tour
Response from the operator: Dear Explorer, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're truly delighted to hear that you had such an in-depth and personalized experience on the tour. It's great that our guide could offer helpful tips for vegetarian dining in China and point you to some tasty spots along the way. We really appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we hope the rest of your trip is just as fantastic. Safe travels, and we'd love to welcome you back someday! Cheers, Monster Day Tours Shanghai
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 16
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Monster Day Tours Shanghai, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.5.
See everything Monster Day Tours Shanghai runsWhy this scores 84
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Shanghai City Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Shanghai.
How much does Shanghai City Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $5 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 Shanghai City Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Shanghai City Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 84 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 46 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 Shanghai City Walking Tour?
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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 Shanghai City Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Shanghai City Walking Tour?
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Around 16 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Shanghai City Walking Tour 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 Shanghai City Walking Tour?
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Included: Insider tips on where to eat, explore, and experience Shanghai like a local; Guided Shanghai City Walking Tour covering key landmarks and cultural highlights; Local snack or coffee break (pay for your own); A tip in accordance to the experience at the end of the tours is welcomed and expected; and Passionate local guide sharing Shanghai's stories, history, and hidden gems. Not included: Personal expenses; and Entry/Admission - Yuyuan Garden. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Shanghai City Walking Tour?
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Go to Exit 3 Tiantong Road Station of Metro 10/12, in front of Ji Hotel and look for a guide with a Red Tiger. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Shanghai City Walking Tour offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese and 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 Shanghai City Walking Tour?
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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 Shanghai City Walking Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Shanghai City Walking Tour 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 Shanghai City Walking Tour?
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Across 46 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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