Carving Your Own Chinese Seal & Cultural Decoding Workshop
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $79 / person
- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Max & Mini Shanghai Cultural Tours
- Meeting point
- Look for a Tea House along the street, your guide will be welcoming you at the entrance. (Address: No.149 Nanchezhan Road, Huangpu, Shanghai)Taxi tipsYou may show driver this Chinese address: 南车站路149号 - 椿潼茶馆Metro tipsLujiabang Road Station (Lines 8/9) - Exit 6. Then a short walking distance.
Description
Dive into the 3,000-year legacy of Chinese seal art—where history, philology, and craftsmanship collide. This workshop is your bridge to understanding this UNESCO-recognized Chinese Intangible Heritage as both art and cultural DNA. After a systematic cultural decoding session, you'll carve your own irreplaceable seal! Two Editions Available (welcome to pick : ) 1. Standard Workshop (3 hours): offers a complete decoding-and-carving journey 2. Master Class + Private Studio Visit (4 hours): antique market tour + relic seal appreciation + hands-on coaching in master's private studio —— an elevated experience unavailable anywhere else Our Core Uniqueness: a) Pioneering "Decode + Create" system blending history with practice b) World-class master featuring a Ferrari-collaborated, Shanghai Museum-exhibited artist c) Fully personalized approach—no templates, just your story carved with human touch that no machine can replicate
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 6:30 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $79
- Child (ages 7–15)
- $75
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $99.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Shanghai Local / National Certified English Guide
Private Cozy Studio Room (with air conditioner and quiet ambiance for focused creativity)
Tea and Tea Snacks — sip authentic Chinese tea while nibbling on local snacks
Professional-grade Chinese seal carving tool kit
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
4 reviews
How it compares in Shanghai
- Starting price $79 is 20% above the typical $66 for tours of similar length in Shanghai
Excurgo comparison of 2,090 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Carving Your Own Chinese Seal & Cultural Decoding Workshop take?
Carving Your Own Chinese Seal & Cultural Decoding Workshop lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Carving Your Own Chinese Seal & Cultural Decoding Workshop cost?
Prices start at $79 per person for this Shanghai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $99. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Carving Your Own Chinese Seal & Cultural Decoding Workshop run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 6:30 PM.
How much does Carving Your Own Chinese Seal & Cultural Decoding Workshop cost for children?
Children aged 7–15 pay from $75, adults from $79.
Can I cancel Carving Your Own Chinese Seal & Cultural Decoding Workshop for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Look for a Tea House along the street, your guide will be welcoming you at the entrance. (Address: No.149 Nanchezhan Road, Huangpu, Shanghai). Taxi tips: You may show driver this Chinese address: 南车站路149号 - 椿潼茶馆. Metro tips: Lujiabang Road Station (Lines 8/9) - Exit 6. Then a short walking distance. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Carving Your Own Chinese Seal & Cultural Decoding Workshop offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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(4)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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