Shanghai French Concession Walking Tour: History, Hidden Lanes and Cafes
Join us on a 3-hour guided walking tour through the best of Shanghai's former French Concession. To ensure an intimate experience, our group size is limited to fewer than 10 guests.
Date/Time: Every Sat and Sun at 10am
Join us on a 3-hour guided walking tour through the best of Shanghai's former French Concession. To ensure an intimate experience, our group size is limited to fewer than 10 guests.
Date/Time: Every Sat and Sun at 10am
Join us on a 3-hour guided walking tour through the best of Shanghai's former French Concession. To ensure an intimate experience, our group size is limited to fewer than 10 guests.
Date/Time: Every Sat and Sun at 10am
This journey takes you through diverse neighborhoods - one moment, you'll be wandering through the narrow alleys of local neighborhoods, and the next, you'll be surrounded by elegant villas and parks. You'll explore both iconic landmarks, like TianZiFang, as well as hidden gems off the beaten path. Our knowledgable guide will share fascinating history and local stories, offering a deeper understanding of life in China, both past and present. You will also get to relax in a cafe with a complimentary coffee or beverage.
✦ Stroll tree-lined streets in the historic neighborhood
✦ People-watch in a beautiful French-inspired park
✦ Explore Tianzifang, an artsy district set in historic alleys
✦ Visit a British-style estate hidden in the bustling city
✦ Hear stories of the city's colonial past and modern China
✦ Enjoy a complimentary coffee or beverage in a cafe
Details:
Group size: min of 2 and max of 10 guests
Duration: 3 hours
Walking distance: 3-4 km
Date/Time: Every Sat and Sun at 10am
Where will we go?
1/ Fuxing ParkStroll through the sunken gardens and past the grand fountain, you might feel as if you've stepped into Paris rather than Shanghai! Despite a century of wars and social changes, much of the park has been wonderfully preserved. Here, you can witness lively scenes of locals playing the saxophone, practicing Tai Chi, and performing with Chinese yo-yos
2/ Sinan MansionsNow an upscale neighborhood with ultra-expensive hotels and fancy restaurants. Charming western-style villas scattered in lush green gardens. In the past, it was a residential neighborhood for social elites like top diplomats, lawyers, and generals
3/ Fuxing LaneStep into a quiet local alley. Locals still reside here—elderly women hang laundry in the passageways, while grandfathers ride their bikes through narrow lanes, picking up their grandchildren from school. It’s a beautiful glimpse of everyday life! You will learn about some fascinating stories of everyday life in China
4/ Ruijin HotelThis place was the former Morris Garden, named after a super-rich family back in the day. The entire block was their private estate, with most of the area covered in greenery. You will stroll through its beautiful grounds and hear how the family climbed up the social ladder
5/ Shaoxing RoadA quaint narrow street with tunnel of trees. It is also Shanghai's most "literary" street - it was home to more than half of the city’s publishing houses, as well as local opera houses and bookstores
6/ TianZiFangA local neighborhood converted into an art district and boutique shops in recent decades. Now TianZiFang is a perfect combination of local residential neighborhood, shops and art crafts studio
What's included?
Local English-speaking guide
An intimate small-group tour, no more than 10 people
One coffee or beverage at the cafe
A local restaurant guide
Meeting point - the West Gate of Fuxing Park
End point - TianZiFangAddress: 210 Taikang Road, Huangpu District
Cancellation policy
100% refund for cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time. No refund for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour start time or in case of a no-show
Group size: Public group for 2-10 guests. If only one person registers, the tour will be cancelled and a 100% refund will be issued. Private tour available upon request, with an additional charge. Please contact us for details
What is the child pricing policy? Children ages 4 and above will be charged at the regular rate. Children ages 3 and under are free
How long is this tour? The tour typically lasts 3 hours
How long is the walk? Be prepared for approximately 3-4 kilometers of outdoor walking. Comfortable shoes are recommended, and an umbrella is suggested if rain is expected
What happens if it rains, or the weather is unfavorable? Tours operate in all weather conditions, so we recommend bringing an umbrella if needed.In rare cases of extreme weather (e.g. typhoons!), the tour will be canceled at least one day in advance, and a 100% refund will be provided
