The itinerary of this half day private Shanghai city tour is 100% customized based on your interests. Whether you want to enjoy a city sightseeing to top attractions or would like to learn about a wide range of Shanghai history, culture, art and etc., your friendly guide will give your a wonderful showcase of this amazing city.
Tour Options
Afternoon Tour w/ Private Car
You will be accompanied by local professional tour guide plus private transfer service (entrance tickets are at your own cost). Your tour departure time is 1:00pm
Pickup included
Night Tour w/ Private transfer
You will be accompanied by local professional tour guide plus private transfer service (entrance tickets are at your own cost). Your tour departure time is 6:30 PM or your preferred departure time.
Pickup included
Morning Tour with Private Car
You will be accompanied by local professional tour guide plus private transfer service (entrance tickets are at your own cost).
Pickup included
Afternoon Tour only
You will be accompanied by local professional tour guide (entrance tickets and public transportation are at your own cost). Your tour departure time is 1:00pm
Pickup included
Night Tour only
You will be accompanied by local professional tour guide (entrance tickets and public transportation are at your own cost). Your tour departure time is 6:30 PM or your preferred departure time.
Pickup included
Morning Tour only
You will be accompanied by local professional tour guide (entrance tickets and public transportation are at your own cost).
Pickup included
Itinerary
30 min
Meet your local professional guide at your hotel lobby at 8:30, 13:00 or 18:30 ( Or your preferred departure time ). Since this is a fully private customized tour based on your own interests, please choose 3 top attractions that you want to visit the most, or feel free to discuss your preference with your guide upon meeting. Typically, you will visit The Bund first, to see the amazing skyscrapers along the Huangpu River.
Admission not included60 min
If you like, you can choose to visit the most famous classic Yu Garden. Your guide will share with you the Chinese garden art, and give you an overview of high official's garden life in the history.
Admission not included60 min
You can also choose to visit one of the most famous Buddhist temple "Jade Buddha Temple". Your guide will not only point out all the details but explain you the history of Buddhism and wisdom of Buddhism philosophy.
60 min
Another good choice is to visit Former French Concession, where is full of trendy bars and clubs. The area still holds something of the alluring mix of scrappy Shanghainese street life and shopworn European colonial charm. Your guide will show you the most interesting area in the Former French Concession according to your preference.
Admission not included60 min
Your final stop can be at Shanghai Tower, you can take the fastest elevator ( 18m/s ) in the world to 119F to have a wonderful view of Shanghai. Your guide will point out all the important places and explain you all the stories behind it.
If you wish to do something else, such as food tasting, body massage, or visit other attractions, such as Shanghai Propaganda Museum, Shanghai Museum and etc, please feel free to let your guide know.
Highlights
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private transfer (only if Tour with Private Car Tour Option is selected)
Private professional guide
What's included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private transfer (only if Tour with Private Car Tour Option is selected)
Private professional guide
Not included
All Entrance fees
Transportation (if Tour Only Option is selected)
Personal expense
Food and drinks
Airport pickup and drop-off service
Gratuities
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
For the Pudong airport layover travelers, please meet up either at Maglev Train Longyang Rd Station ( You can easily take Maglev train from Pudong airport to Longyang Rd Station in 7 minutes ), Or Pudong airport with extra pick-up charges applied.
If hotel is located at outskirt of Shanghai, please meet up either at Fairmont Peace Hotel ( the concierge area ) or your hotel with extra pick-up charges applied.
Frequently asked questions
How long does 4-Hour Private Customized Shanghai City Tour take?
4-Hour Private Customized Shanghai City Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does 4-Hour Private Customized Shanghai City Tour cost?
Prices start at $80 per person for this Shanghai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel 4-Hour Private Customized Shanghai City Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyJzykqCdgTV3wiKAMJZ66mI=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyKQhIASlcSE8nK5KGNpKgq0=.
What languages is 4-Hour Private Customized Shanghai City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in CMN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(94)
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Layla_E
August 15, 2026
We had an amazing time...
We had an amazing time with our tour guide Summer. We learned so much about Shanghai. We really learned a lot and enjoyed our time in the Yu Garden and Jade Temple. We also really enjoyed the views of the Bund. Our guide, Summer, was so sweet and considerate. She shared a lot of interesting facts and answered our questions. She really made the experience so memorable and enjoyable. We were so thankful that she was our guide and helped introduce us to the beautiful city of Shanghai!
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J2694NZlorin
June 12, 2026
Shanghai Private Tour
Penny was absolutely amazing! She made our 4 hours together such a great learning experience. We saw sights we would have missed had we not taken this tour. I would definitely take this tour if your time is limited in Shanghai.
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davidlZ9744PG
January 27, 2026
Great experience
This was a great experience, my guide Penny was excellent, very knowledgeable and nice, and when Shanghai tower wasn’t viable due to weather she knew somewhere else to go to still get a view. She even helped me book a lift back to the airport! Would absolutely recommend.
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Jenney_T
August 30, 2025
Penny is exceptional!
Absolutely excellent! Penny was the perfect guide, so knowledgeable and articulate and a real ambassador for her home city. We loved it
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Liana D
July 22, 2025
Amazing educational 4-hour private tour!
I had a fantastic private car tour experience in Shanghai with Shanghai Melody Tours, thanks to my exceptional guide, Sophie. Her insights into the city and her knowledge of its neighborhoods made the tour both educational and enjoyable. For example, I initially planned to visit the Shanghai Museum in People’s Square, but Sophie recommended the newer Shanghai Museum in Pudong, which offered more exhibits and became one of the highlights of my trip. Additionally, she recommended restaurants near my hotel at which I had some of the best traditional meals I enjoyed during my stay China.
Sophie’s planning skills were also impressive, as she secured tickets in advance for Shanghai Tower while we were touring the museum, making the visit seamless and efficient. Although we started the tour a bit late, Sophie ensured I received my full tour time and even extended our time a little. She helped me capture wonderful memories by taking lots of photos during the tour. After the tour, she was happy to drop me off wherever I needed, adding to the convenience.
Overall, Sophie’s expertise and enthusiasm made exploring Shanghai a delight. I highly recommend Shanghai Melody Tours for anyone looking to discover Shanghai!
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garancedf
April 15, 2025
Highly recommend
This tour was an absolute success!
Penny was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and passionate. She had so much to share, and I learned a lot during the 4-hour visit — honestly, I could have gone on for even longer!
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Andrew_H
April 10, 2025
Excellent half day tour of Shanghai!
This was the perfect half day tour of Shanghai. Penny was punctual, communicative, and provided great historical background and information about Shanghai. It was perfectly timed so that we were able to see the French Concession, the Bund, the Yew Garden, and the Shanghai Tower while taking a break for an authentic meal. We would recommend this tour very highly.
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Melissa_I
March 20, 2025
Exceptional Time!
The tour conducted by Penny was an amazing time. We enjoyed it! She had a wealth of knowledge to share, and was flexible customizing the tour based on our interests. I would highly recommend a tour with her and this agency.
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Ana_S
March 18, 2025
Penny was an excellent...
Penny was an excellent guide, actually she was more like a friend! She catered the tour to my preferences and went over and above to make my experience in Shanghai comfortable and really fun! highly highly recommend Penny!
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Marina M
March 2, 2025
Best guide in Shanghai
Wonderful experience of Shanghai. Kelly is lovely and super knowledgeable. The best guide you can ask for.
The tour is fully flexible. She adapted the visit times according to my interests.
We included Shanghai landmarks, dumplings, and drinks with skyline views
Must do for first-time visitors, or if you want to understand more about Chinese history and traditions.