Shanghai Breakfast Walking Tour of Former French Concession
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Spend your morning by all your senses in the south part of Shanghai's former French Concession where you will try out over 15 local breakfast, such as pan-fried dumplings (sheng jian bao), soup dumplings (xiao long bao), scallion pancake, jianbing and more in some unique Mom and Pop small restaurants or even from hole-in-the-wall street vendors. This 3-hour small group walking tour is not just about local breakfast experience but also to discover the city background, the people and the culture.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Please meet your guide and group on time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Xintiandi
Meet your local guide near the Xintiandi area at 9am, and start with the taste of the fresh fried pot stickers in the alleyway surrounded by city high rises. Discover Shanghai's breakfast culture by walking through the backyards of traditional stone-gate houses (Shikumeng) which soon will be demolished due to on going urban renewal projects.
Former French Concession
You will sample the thin noodles with various topping such as pickled vegetable, shredded pork braised in soy sauce, sweet potatoes with bean curd sauce. Sip a cup of the tea at the traditional tea shop in the local neighborhood.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Breakfast
Local food and drink
Small group walking tour
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Small Group Tour
Enjoy your breakfast feast in Shanghai French Concession
Reviews
138 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing breakfast tour
sarahbM6551TC,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an incredible morning walking around Shanghai on this tour. Jim is an excellent tour guide - I learned so much about Shanghai and Chinese cuisine and culture. Definitely arrive hungry, you will eat far more food than you can believe and it is all delicious. Getting to see a local market was a highlight - we also tried xiaolongbao, noodles and went to a local fruit store, among other spots. The tour felt very flexible and relaxed. I recommend booking this early in your stay - Jim gave excellent recommendations for more food and drink spots and you'll want time to try them out. An absolute must for anyone visiting Shanghai.
A five star morning with Jaden
Blake E,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jaden took me around for some great breakfast foods and coffee yesterday. She shared so much knowledge of the area and Shanghai in general. She was also willing to help me with advice on a better area of town to move hotels. It was a nice morning.
Five stars for Jaden
Camper43351603524,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was the only one on the tour today and Jaden took wonderful care of me. She was a good time to spend time with and gave me lots of good information about Shanghai.
Excellent food and a great guide
Sam L,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a genuinely enjoyable experience from start to finish. The food was excellent, well prepared, and thoughtfully chosen, and it never felt rushed. Our guide, Jim, was friendly, knowledgeable, and struck a good balance between information and conversation. He clearly knew the area and added context that made the experience feel considered rather than generic. Well organised and very good value overall.
Highly recommend this tour with Jim!
Lara M,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jim was an amazing guide. We have even done this tour twice. We had so much fun both times. He even helped us make a dinner reservation for NYE. Delicious food, and interesting history!
Highly recommend to start your trip!
Keynon K,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic start to the day! Our guide, Jim, was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and personable. I went with my two retired parents and it was a great leisure walk (filled with LOTS of food) and a great way to really get to see the city outside of all of the tourist spots. Jim was more than happy to adjust the schedule and offerings to what we were looking for.
Jim is incredible! This...
Kristen I,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jim is incredible! This tour is excellent - informative and delicious. Covered a lot of ground on foot gaining great insight into the food history and culture of Shanghai. Hustling with locals for dumplings was fun with everyone involved getting a good giggle. Tea ceremony was an absolute highlight. Thanks Jim and TJ.
Fab tour with Jade
Rebecca B,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Another great foodie option with this company amd I had the lovely Jade again. Having done another afternoon food tour it is interesting to see the variety of different local options. As before it wasn't just about the food, we learned about the culture also as well as walking through the locale to walk off the food and experience how locals live without standing out TOO much. Thoroughly recommend if you have the time
Breakfast food tour
I9603GUkimm,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience! Keir was so much fun and we ate some great food! It was the first thing we did in Shanghai. Fun to learn about the French consession area.
Hidden Gems and Great Company
Daniel R,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I did the Shanghai food tour with Jim and it was awesome. He’s super friendly and knows a ton about the city’s history. The quick museum stop in the French Concession was a cool surprise, and every restaurant he took us to was a hidden gem with amazing food. Highly recommend this tour if you want to see the real Shanghai.
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