Shanghai

15 Best Shanghai City Tours

The city days that pair both Shanghais: the Bund’s colonial stone facing Pudong’s glass across the river, Yuyuan Garden and the Jade Buddha Temple between. Private formats dominate here and the flexibility earns its price.

1.Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Private Day Tour

Discover Shanghai's highlights and charming Zhujiajiao Water Town with this private full-day tour, featuring personalized guides, delicious local food, and stunning city views.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“This tour is the one to book if you want to see the Shanghai highlights plus Zhujiajiao village. Our tour guide, Snow was so friendly and knowledgeable. She was flexible with our plans and guided us through our food and shopping experience. Our transportation was…”

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2.Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights

Discover Shanghai’s contrasts with a private, customizable tour covering the Bund, Yuyuan Garden, French Concession, and Pudong skyline for $108.

★ 5.0

“Sammi, our tour guide, and Mr. Shu (our driver) broight us to the Shanghai Tower Observatory, Old Shanghai Town, Yu Gardens, Silkworm Factory, French Concession and the Bund. Sammi also brought us to a delicious traditiional ShanghaiRead more”

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3.Shanghai Private Tour: Zhujiajiao Water Town and Boat Ride

Discover the charm of Zhujiajiao Water Town on this private guided tour from Shanghai. Enjoy scenic waterways, traditional architecture, and local cuisine for a memorable half-day experience.

★ 5.0

“Caroline was a fantastic tour guide for our visit to Zhujiajiao Water Town. The boat ride was beautiful and a real highlight, and her tour of the local shops and eateries was excellent. She communicated clearly, was very organised, and was incrRead more”

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4.Shanghai: Zhujiajiao Private Tour w/ Boat Ride & Garden

Discover the charm of Zhujiajiao with a private tour, including boat rides and gardens, offering authentic water town experiences near Shanghai.

★ 5.0

“It has been a very good experience. Our guide took us around zhujiajiao, the garden, and the boat tour. All the places we visited were very nice. The travel from the hotel to zhujiajiao has been very confortable. She picked us up with a mini…”

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5.Suzhou Private Day Trip from Shanghai with Bullet Train Option

Discover Suzhou's stunning gardens, waterways, and historic streets on this private day trip from Shanghai, with flexible options including bullet train travel.

★ 5.0

“We have a very knowledgeable guide Annie, she is taking so good care of our journey all the way from Shanghai to Suzhou and way back. We really enjoy this trip.”

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6.Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights

Discover Shanghai’s highlights on a private full-day tour with flexible options, expert guides, stunning views, and authentic cultural experiences

★ 5.0

“I have travelled around all Asia and Peggy has been the best guide I have ever had. She is so polite, knowledgeable, speaks perfect English, dedicated, and professional, it was such a pleasure walking around Shanghai with Peggy. She shared with me not only history…”

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7.From Shanghai: Private Zhujiajiao Tour with Boat Ride

Experience Zhujiajiao's timeless charm on a private half-day tour from Shanghai, including a scenic boat ride, with knowledgeable guides and hassle-free logistics.

★ 5.0

“We really enjoyed the tour. Snow was an excellent guide, the food was delicious. We also liked the car (it was a Tesla) with the panoramic view on the top. It was a beautiful day. Thanks for Snow and Zhou.”

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8.Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China’s 1st and Best Rated

Discover Shanghai’s highlights in 4 hours with a friendly guide. Visit iconic spots, enjoy street food, and learn local stories—tips-based, affordable, and authentic.

“It was a long of fun and good information, but honestly the weather was so miserable (95°F and 75% humidity). I would have preferred to do the same tour in the evening, or maybe ending in the evening so you can see the Bund all…”

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9.Private Suzhou Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train with All Inclusive Option

Discover Suzhou’s UNESCO gardens, historic canals, and charming streets on this private day trip from Shanghai. All-inclusive options enhance your experience.

★ 5.0

“Great experience we had during our trip and the guide Tracy made it quite interesting and informative on the Chinese rich heritage and culture. Well done !”

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10.Private Shanghai Gangster Tour

Discover Shanghai’s shadowy past with this private gangster-themed tour, visiting historic crime hotspots, mansions, and Russian enclaves—an authentic, engaging experience for history lovers.

“I joined a private tour of French concession. Though I live in Shanghai, it was very new to me and knowing the history was very exciting. Next time I walk around the area, I absolutely remember the story. After the tour, you can also enjoy…”

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11.Shanghai: Private and Personalized Guided Tour

Discover Shanghai with a private, flexible tour visiting iconic sites like Yu Yuan Garden and The Bund, plus personalized local experiences for a memorable day.

★ 4.9

“This was such a comprehensive tour of Shanghai. You'll get to see a lot in just one day. Our guide Tom was so knowledgeable, funny and knew exactly what to don when and how! Total pro with good connections everywhere we went. Keep in mind…”

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12.4-Hour Flexible Private Shanghai City Tour

Discover Shanghai in just four hours with this flexible private tour. Customize your visit to highlights like The Bund, Yuyuan Garden, and French Concession, guided by knowledgeable locals.

★ 5.0

“This was a great experience. We highly recommend this tour! The tour operator, Alana, provided very timely communication and excellent follow-ups to ensure everything was great. It was indeed. Snow, our tour guide, did an excRead more”

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13.Shanghai: 8-Hour Private City Tour

Discover Shanghai’s highlights on an 8-hour private tour, blending classic sights, cultural treasures, and local flavors with expert guides.

★ 4.9

“Tom was a very good guide. He was so helpful in all manners. Took us to specific places with detailed information. Very recommended”

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14.Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai

Discover Shanghai’s highlights with a private guide, exploring temples, markets, the Bund, and more. Tailor your day for a personal, authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“My tour guide Apple is a true insider to Shanghai. The day was very pleasant and Apple was happy to accommodate for suggestions and wishes. Overall, the tour provided as great introduction to both the ‚old‘ and the ‚new‘ Shanghai.”

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15.4-Hour Shanghai City Private Customized Tour in Your Way

Discover Shanghai with a fully customizable 4-hour private tour. Visit main sights and hidden gems with expert guides, flexible options, and local insights.

★ 5.0

“We had a great experience with this tour in Shanghai. The tour guide Sammi provided an outstanding service. She was very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodated all our needs in an excellent way.”

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More Shanghai City Tours

4.98-hour Shanghai City Private Tour by German-Speaking Guide8 hours$158 4.9Shanghai Highlights Walking Tour With A Real Local2.5 hours$34 5.0Shanghai Pudong Airport to Shanghai Hotels: Private with Meet & Greet Service$35.00 5.0Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights$128.00 5.0Private Amazing Shanghai City Day Tour in Your Way$135.29 5.0Half-Day Private Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour with Boat Ride from Shanghai$160.00 5.0Shanghai Breakfast Walking Tour of Former French Concession$77.00 5.0Private Shanghai Evening Street Food Walking and Cruise Tour$133.50 4.9Shanghai: Evening Walking Food Tour3.5 hours$69 5.0Shanghai: Private Shanghai & Zhujiajiao Tour with Lunch8 hours$255 5.0Flexible Private Shanghai Layover Tour$152.00 5.0Shanghai: Private Guided Tour to Hangzhou by Bullet Train9 hours$314 5.0Private Night Tour-VIP River Cruise and Shanghai Tower Option$143.60 5.0Shanghai: 4-Hour Private Customizable City Tour4 hours$91 5.0Hangzhou Private Customized Day Trip from Shanghai by Bullet Train$275.00 5.04-Hour Private Customized Shanghai City Tour$79.50 5.0French Concession Guided Walking Tour | China’s 1st & Best Rated$5.00 5.0Private Shanghai Airport Layover Tour with Flexible Highlights$156.50 5.0Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai Highlights Private Trip$133.34 5.0Shanghai: 4-Hour Guided City Highlights Tour4 hours$96 5.03-Hour Private Tour to Jewish Ghetto and Shanghai Bund$90.00 5.0Private Shanghai Shopping Tour with Local Shopping Guru$95.00 5.0Private Walking Tour in the Former French Concession$95.00 5.0All Inclusive Amazing Shanghai City Highlights Private Day Tour$200.00

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