Day Trips & Tours from Shanghai
Explore the classic cities near Shanghai by high-speed train: the gardens and canals of Suzhou, the West Lake beauty of Hangzhou, the water towns of Zhouzhuang, Wuzhen and Xitang, and even the Great Wall or Beijing by bullet train. Most tours include transport and a guide.
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Day Trips in Shanghai — FAQ
What are the best day trips from Shanghai?
Top day trips are Suzhou with its classical gardens and canals, Hangzhou with its famous West Lake, and the water towns of Zhouzhuang, Wuzhen and Xitang — all reachable by fast bullet train.
Can you visit Suzhou or Hangzhou from Shanghai?
Yes — Suzhou is about 30 minutes and Hangzhou about an hour from Shanghai by high-speed train, both popular full-day tours with transport and a guide included.
Is it easy to take day trips from Shanghai?
Yes — Shanghai’s superb high-speed rail network makes Suzhou, Hangzhou and the water towns easy full-day trips, with guided tours handling tickets and logistics.
