Enjoy a 4- or 8-hour private tour with a professional tour guide and a private vehicle to "can't miss" highlights of Shanghai. Experience the contrasts of Tall and Short, Old and New, East and West in this dynamic city. Follow your friendly guide to see The Bund, French Concession, Yu Garden, Old Town, plus Pudong Financial District, Jade Buddha Temple, People's Square, Nanjing Road, all included. In addition, you have a chance to try local Chinese tea in a local tea house for free. The pickup place for this tour can be either your hotel or Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $180.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:52 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 14.
Meet your knowledgeable guide at your hotel lobby. Then drive to the Bund, Shanghai’s picturesque waterfront, well known as the International Architecture Exhibition for its spectacular soaring skyline. From here, enjoy sweeping views of both sides of the Huangpu River.
Continue to visit the intricately designed Yu Yuan Garden and the ancient Shanghai Old Street. Yu Garden is a classical Jiangnan-style private garden dating back to the Ming Dynasty. You will admire delicate rockeries, winding corridors, elegant ponds, exquisite pavilions, and intricate traditional carvings throughout the scenic area. Adjacent to it lies lively Yuyuan Bazaar with ancient-style buildings, various local snacks, traditional handicraft shops and picturesque archways. It is a perfect spot to appreciate ancient Chinese gardening art, experience authentic Shanghai folk culture, and take plenty of stunning cultural photos. Afterward, take a break in a local Chinese tea house where you can experience the Chinese tea ceremony and try local loose tea.
Followed by the Pudong Business and Financial District, where you can see all the main skyscrapers of the city, such as Shanghai Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Jinmao Tower. If you book the full-day tour, you will visit the observation deck of the Shanghai Tower. From there, you can overlook the entire city and enjoy panoramic views of both sides of the Huangpu River. The admission ticket is at your own expense.
Followed you drive guide and step into the former French Concession Xintiandi, which features renovated traditional Shikumen stone-gate houses blended with trendy modern commercial spaces, full of artistic atmosphere and great photo spots. You may wander distinctive alleys, boutique stores, and stylish cafes. The Half-day tour will end here. You can stay here for lunch or go back to your hotel. For guests on our full-day tour, this is an ideal lunch stop with a wide selection of authentic local Chinese and Western-style restaurants. You can enjoy genuine Shanghainese and classic Chinese cuisine here before continuing your city exploration.
You will be picked up by your guide with a sign of your name from your hotel lobby or Cruise Terminal.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Shanghai Private Guided Tour – Half Day or Full Day Sightseeing lasts about 4–8 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $120 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 $180. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 2:00 PM.
Children aged 3–12 pay from $30, adults from $120. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. You will be picked up by your guide with a sign of your name from your hotel lobby or Cruise Terminal. Pickup points include PuJing,WeiTingHOTEL(ShangHai jingan Distrct Wuning Road Station), Aijia Aparthotel.
The experience is available in EN.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Shanghai Private Guided Tour – Half Day or Full Day Sightseeing | 4–8 hours | 4.9 (53) | $120 | |
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 5-Day Private Guided Sightseeing Tour of Shanghai and Suzhou | 5 days | — | $1,269 | View |
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After lunch, you will visit the Jade Buddha Temple. Located in downtown Shanghai, Jade Buddha Temple is a well-known Buddhist sanctuary built in the early 20th century. On this stop, you will admire traditional Chinese temple architecture with yellow walls and upturned eaves. Its highlights include a famous seated jade Buddha carved from a whole piece of jade and a reclining jade Buddha statue. You can smell sandalwood incense, appreciate solemn Buddhist halls and ancient religious relics, enjoying a peaceful break from the busy city while learning about local Buddhist culture.
People’s Square is the geographic center of Shanghai, surrounded by eye-catching landmark buildings perfect for photography. You can snap photos of the uniquely shaped Shanghai Museum, elegant Shanghai Grand Theatre, and stylish Urban Planning Exhibition Center. Next to the square is People’s Park, a peaceful green space for walking. Its most famous highlight is the weekend matchmaking corner, where parents post information to seek partners for their children. It presents a distinctive local folk custom, allowing you to experience genuine daily Shanghai life alongside splendid architectural views.
As Shanghai’s most famous commercial pedestrian street, Nanjing Road stretches from People’s Square to the Bund, lined with century-old department stores, trendy brand boutiques, dazzling neon signs and classic historic buildings. You can wander bustling walkways, admire unique colonial-style facades ideal for photos, taste local snacks and shop for souvenirs. Walking eastward leads straight to the Huangpu River waterfront, offering convenient access to spectacular Bund river views that blend rich history, lively commerce, and iconic urban scenery.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 15 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 53 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Shanghai Driver Guide.
