Shanghai: Old Temple & New Tech half-day Tour in Shanghai
Shanghai, China

Shanghai: Old Temple & New Tech half-day Tour

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Shanghai: Old Temple & New Tech half-day Tour is a 4-hour experience in Shanghai, China, from $118 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.

Outty Ranking
50 / 100
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Duration
4 hours
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$118 per person

In a half-day to discover Shanghai's oldest temple and cutting-edge technology on a guided tour. Visit the ancient Jing'an Temple and explore robot performances while wearing the exoskeleton. Meet your tour guide and be

What you get

    About this experience

    In a half-day to discover Shanghai's oldest temple and cutting-edge technology on a guided tour. Visit the ancient Jing'an Temple and explore robot performances while wearing the exoskeleton. Meet your tour guide and begin your exploration of Shanghai with a visit to the Oldest Temple, Jing’an Temple, and the latest tech in robots in 4 hours. Jing’an Temple, the city’s oldest surviving Buddhist temple. Founded in 247 AD, this time-honored landmark has witnessed the entire development of Shanghai. Next, head to the Asia-first Unitree Technology Exhibition Store, Watch the performance of robots or robot dogs. For more exploration, you'll have the chance to take an exoskeleton and have immersive interactions with robot dogs. You don't just watch robots — you'll have the chance to wear an exoskeleton that amplifies your strength and moves with you like a second skeleton, and you command robot dogs that flip, dodge, and follow your gestures like smart pets. Welcome to book!

    What's included

    Included

    • Exoskeleton wearing experience
    • Live robot performances
    • Robot dog Interactions
    • English-speaking Tour guide
    • Visit to Jing’an Temple

    Not included

    • Private transportation
    • Meals
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Jing'an Temple

      Meet your tour guide and begin your exploration of Shanghai with a visit to the Oldest Temple, Jing’an Temple, and the latest tech in robots in 3-4 hours. Jing’an Temple, the city’s oldest surviving Buddhist temple. Founded in 247 AD, this time-honored landmark has witnessed the entire development of Shanghai. Famous as a classical Jiangnan Buddhist sanctuary, the temple features a standard traditional Chinese layout with elegant upturned eaves, splendid glazed roofs, and well-arranged ancient halls

      60 minutes here

    2. Global Harbor

      Next, you'll have the chance to take an exoskeleton and have immersive interactions with robot dogs. You don't just watch robots — you wear an exoskeleton that amplifies your strength and moves with you like a second skeleton, and you command robot dogs that flip, dodge, and follow your gestures like smart pets. This is hands-on, immersive, and intensely futuristic — China's boldest robotics innovations, not locked in labs, but right on your body and under your control.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Shanghai

    Our Tour Guide will meet you in front of the Jing'an Temple Gate.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    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
    Joy Tour China

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
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    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 50

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)26
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Shanghai: Old Temple & New Tech half-day Tour: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Shanghai: Old Temple & New Tech half-day Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $118 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: Old Temple & New Tech half-day Tour take?

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    Plan for about 4 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: Old Temple & New Tech half-day Tour 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 Shanghai: Old Temple & New Tech half-day 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: Old Temple & New Tech half-day Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Shanghai: Old Temple & New Tech half-day Tour?

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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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Shanghai: Old Temple & New Tech half-day 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, 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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