Things to do in Shanghai
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Shanghai Night River Cruise: VIP Seating with Private TransferA 60-minute private night cruise on the Hungpu River in Shanghai with VIP seating, hotel pickup and drop-off, and a local English-speaking guide. The tour includes views of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center and the historic Bund buildings illuminated after dark. Optional dinner at a local restaurant can be added; the cruise itself does not include food or drink.Is it for me?Book the cruise-only option if you want the night views and the guide's history without a meal commitment; add the dinner option if you'd like to eat at a local restaurant after the boat returns and want your guide to steer you toward dishes that suit your tastes.
Zhujiajiao Water Town Tour with Shanghai Zoo and PandasThis private tour combines Shanghai Zoo with Zhujiajiao water town, a 1,700-year-old settlement known as the "Little Oriental Venice." Your guide meets you at your hotel, takes you through the zoo to see giant pandas and other animals, then drives you to the water town where you explore old stone-paved alleyways, cross the ancient Fang Sheng Bridge, and browse local shops and handicrafts. A gondola ride and local lunch are available depending on which option you book; the driver returns you to your hotel at the end of the day.Is it for me?Book the "Tour Only" option if you want to move between both places without stopping for a meal, keeping the day shorter and the focus on sightseeing. Choose "Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride" if you have a full morning and want to slow down — the meal and the gondola turn the water town into a more complete experience instead of a quick walk-through.
Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai Highlights: Private TourA private tour of Shanghai and Zhujiajiao water village with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport and your choice of English-speaking driver or English-speaking guide accompanying the whole day. The itinerary covers the 1700-year-old water town's canals and Dian Shan Lake, then moves to Shanghai's Yu Garden (a Ming dynasty creation) and the Bund's 50 historic buildings along the Huangpu River. The tour runs eight hours; airport pickup is available as an add-on option.Is it for me?Choose the guide option if you want context and explanation as you move through each site; the driver option works better if you prefer to explore at your own pace and don't need narration. Either way, the private car means no group waits, no fixed departure time from your hotel, and the route stays flexible if you want to linger in the water village or spend more time at the Bund.
Shanghai Jewish Ghetto & Bund: Private Tour with PickupYou’ll walk through Shanghai’s Jewish Ghetto with a local guide, hear personal stories at the Refugees Museum, wander lively backstreets near Huoshan Park, and end up gazing over the Bund’s skyline. Expect small moments—like shared laughter or quiet reflection—that linger long after your tour ends.
Shanghai Tower: 546m Observation Deck & Upper Floors TicketYou ride the world's fastest high-speed elevator to a 546-meter observation deck with unobstructed 360° views of Shanghai, or upgrade to see the upper floors and the world's highest damper. Entry is by QR code, the building opens early and stays open late, and children under three get in free. Book the ticket level that matches how high you want to go.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Shanghai from the highest public vantage point without arranging separate transport or dealing with entry-line waits—the QR code system means you walk straight in, and the late opening hours let you catch the city at any time of day.
Wuzhen & Xitang Water Towns Private Day Tour with MealsA private full-day tour from Shanghai visits Wuzhen, a 1,300-year-old water town, and Xitang, over 2,000 years old, with a professional guide, boat ride along the canals, local lunch and dinner, and hotel pickup. The itinerary splits the day between morning exploration of Wuzhen's stone bridges and Ming-era houses, an afternoon boat ride, and an evening in Xitang timed to catch the sunset and night lights reflecting off the water.Is it for me?Book this if you're visiting both Wuzhen and Xitang in one day and want a private guide managing the route and timing; choose the city hotel pickup if you're staying central Shanghai, or the outskirt option if you're based elsewhere.
Shanghai: Yu Garden, French Concession & Tower Views Private TourYou're picked up from your hotel and spend the day moving through Shanghai's main landmarks with a private guide: Yu Garden's pavilions and ponds, the French Concession's colonial architecture and local parks, Shanghai Tower's 632-meter observatory, and Jade Buddha Temple's chambers and statues. Lunch is included, as are three attraction tickets and all transport. The itinerary is flexible — swap attractions based on what interests you — and you return to your hotel at the end of the day.Is it for me?Book this if you want Shanghai's main sights in one day without arranging transport, tickets, or timing yourself — the private guide and vehicle handle the logistics, and you can reshape the itinerary on the morning you arrive.
Pudong Airport Car Hire with Driver: Meet at ArrivalsYou're met at Pudong Airport with a name sign and driven directly to your Shanghai hotel in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver who handles your luggage. If your flight is delayed or cancelled, the transfer is still yours—no rebooking, no extra cost. Choose one-way or round-trip before you book, and the price stays fixed.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Shanghai tired and don't want to negotiate transport—the driver waits at arrivals, speaks English, and the price is fixed, which turns a potential hassle into a non-issue.
Shanghai Pudong Airport to Hotel: Maglev Train TransferYou're met at arrivals with a name sign, escorted onto the Maglev train for an 8-minute sprint to downtown Shanghai, then driven to your hotel by an English-speaking driver. The whole transfer is booked in advance at a fixed price, so you skip the taxi queue and arrive knowing exactly what you're paying and when you'll get there.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi negotiation and get into Shanghai's center in under 20 minutes total — the Maglev does the speed, the fixed price removes the guesswork, and the pre-arranged pickup means you're never standing alone in arrivals trying to figure out what's next.
Suzhou: Private Highlights Tour with Garden & Silk FactoryYou’ll wander Suzhou’s peaceful gardens, cross Panmen Gate’s ancient stones, watch silk spun by hand at the museum, and share an authentic noodle lunch on Shantang Street. With flexible pickup from Shanghai and a local guide who knows every shortcut and story, you’ll feel both looked after and free to explore.
Shanghai Pudong Airport to City: Private Transfer & PickupYou get picked up at arrivals by a named driver holding a placard, ride in a private air-conditioned car with water included, and pay a fixed all-inclusive price with no hidden surcharges. The service adjusts to your flight time, not the other way around, and luggage handling is part of the deal. No negotiating at the curb, no shared van, no meter anxiety.Is it for me?Book this if you land with luggage and want to skip the taxi negotiation and shared shuttle lines—the fixed price and named driver mean you know exactly what you're paying and who's picking you up before you even land.
Shanghai & Zhujiajiao Water Town: Private Day Trip with GondolaYou spend the morning in a 1,700-year-old water town riding a gondola beneath ancient bridges and walking past Qing dynasty temples and shops, then choose your Shanghai afternoon from six different routes—modern towers, film parks, colonial mansions, or markets. The private guide adjusts stops to match what you actually want to see, lunch is at your preference, and the All Inclusive Package adds snacks and the gondola ride so nothing surprises you at the gate. Nine hours, one driver, no transport logistics to arrange.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see both old Shanghai (the water town's ancient canals and temples) and new Shanghai (the tower, film park, or markets) in one day without arranging your own transport between them—the private guide and fixed route mean you move smoothly between stops and don't spend time figuring out how to get there.
Oriental Pearl Tower Shanghai: 468M Views & BuffetYou get entry to two observation decks, a transparent glass corridor at 259 meters, and access to the Shanghai History Museum at the base. If you book the buffet, you dine in the revolving restaurant at 267 meters while the city rotates around you. Arrive with your QR code, and plan to spend three to four hours if you're including a meal.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Shanghai skyline views without arranging separate transport or timing multiple attractions—the tower combines history, observation, and dining in one location, and the QR code entry means you skip the ticket counter line.
Shanghai Maglev Airport Transfer & Hotel PickupGet ready to zip from Shanghai Pudong Airport to your hotel on the Maglev train with a local guide who meets you at arrivals and takes care of every step—including pickup and drop-off both ways. Experience Shanghai’s famous high-speed ride and relax knowing someone’s got your back, even if your flight runs late—you’ll remember that feeling of effortless arrival long after you leave.
Shanghai Pudong Airport Transfer: Private Car & Meet-GreetYou get picked up from your hotel or met at the airport with your name on a sign, then driven directly to or from Pudong Airport in a private car. The driver waits 60 minutes if you're arriving late, and the price is set in advance—no negotiation, no surprises. Book the time that matches your flight, and the car handles the rest.Is it for me?Book this if you're traveling with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and public transport lines—the fixed price and door-to-door service mean you arrive at the airport or hotel without arranging anything else.
Shanghai Private Tour: Tower, Bazaar, River Cruise & MealA five-hour private tour of Shanghai with hotel pickup includes Shanghai Tower (China's tallest building), Yuyuan bazaar, a Huangpu River cruise, and Shanghai-style lunch or dinner depending on your chosen departure time. Your guide speaks English or Chinese and customizes the route to your interests; if you've visited some attractions before, you can swap them for alternatives like the Jade Buddha Temple or Tianzifang. Yuyuan Garden entry is optional and costs extra; the garden closes Mondays.Is it for me?Choose the morning departure if you want to eat lunch and spend the afternoon at Shanghai Tower and on the river; choose the afternoon departure if you prefer dinner and want to see the city lights on the water. Either way, the private vehicle and guide let you linger at Yuyuan bazaar or swap in a different attraction if you've seen the main stops before.
Shanghai Water Town Tour: Yu Garden, Zhujiajiao, BundA full-day guided tour of Shanghai's landmarks and gardens, starting with Yu Garden's classical pavilions and ponds, moving through Zhujiajiao's ancient water town canals and cobblestone streets, visiting the Kezhi Garden manor built in 1912, and ending at the Bund for night views of the city skyline. The tour includes an English-speaking guide, entrance tickets to Yu Garden and Kezhi Garden, round-trip bus transport, and a Shanghai-style light meal in Zhujiajiao. City God Temple replaces Yu Garden on Mondays when the garden is closed; optional Huangpu River cruises are available at the Bund but not included.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you're visiting on a weekday and want both Shanghai's classical gardens and a water town in one day—the structured itinerary with included meal handles the pacing so you move through landmarks without gaps between stops.
Shanghai Yu Garden & Old Town Private Tour with Tea TastingThis private walking tour of Shanghai's Yu Garden and Old Town takes two to two and a half hours, starting from your downtown hotel with pickup included. Your English-speaking guide leads you through the five-century-old garden with its rockeries, pavilions and nine-turning bridge, then into the Old Town bazaar where you sit for a tea ceremony and taste high-quality tea while exploring the market's antiques, souvenirs and local vendors. The tour includes entrance fees to Yu Garden, local transportation and a knowledgeable guide who explains the history and culture as you walk; if your hotel is outside downtown, your guide will arrange a meeting point nearby.Is it for me?Book the morning departure if you want the garden and bazaar before the crowds build through the afternoon; book the afternoon departure if you're arriving in Shanghai or have a free afternoon after other plans. Either way, having your own guide and vehicle means you move at your own pace through the five-century-old garden without the noise of group tours, and the tea ceremony happens on your schedule, not a fixed time slot.
Shanghai Pudong Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer & Meet-GreetYou're met at baggage claim by a driver holding your name, driven directly to your Shanghai hotel in a private car, and given up to 1.5 hours of free waiting time if your flight is delayed. No taxis, no apps, no surprises — the price is fixed, the driver is professional, and support is available around the clock. Book in advance and land knowing exactly how you're getting to your hotel.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Shanghai with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and app-based negotiation — the driver waits for you at arrivals, the price is locked in before you arrive, and you know exactly how you're getting to your hotel.
Shanghai Downtown to Pudong Airport: Private Transfer & PickupYou book a private transfer from your Shanghai hotel to Pudong Airport, receive your driver's details and car photos the day before, and get picked up at the time we recommend for your flight. The price is fixed with no hidden fees, the vehicle is sized for your group and luggage, and you stay connected via WhatsApp throughout. The driver waits 30 minutes free if you're delayed, and if your flight changes, you adjust the pickup time with a message.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the uncertainty of arranging your own transport to the airport and need the pickup time planned around your flight — the recommended departure times and flight-optimized scheduling are what make the difference between a rushed morning and one where you actually relax before boarding.
