Shanghai Private Day Tour: Classic Icons Meet Hidden Gems
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Not your check-the box experience. Hear untold stories of Shanghai's landmarks like Yu Garden, the Bund and French Concession. Also venture into hidden lanes, old town, art craft sutdios and wet market that few tourists would able to see.
Highlights:
- Admire the Bund and learn about its role in Shanghai history
- Visit a lesser-known spot with stunning views of the Pudong skyline
- Discover a Shanghai's finest Chinese garden
- Wander through the quiet Old Town and witness its last moments before it disappears
- Visit a local wet market and choose your favorite food(lunch not included)
- Explore Tianzifang, and create a Chinese craft in this an artsy district
- Stroll tree-lined alleys and people-watching in a French-style park in the historic French Concession
- Try milk tea and coffee drinks that are trendy among locals
- Take home a unique, memorable gift
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Suzhou River
Stroll along Suzhou Creek's revitalized riverbank with charming promenades, lush mini-gardens and cozy cafés. Along the way, we'll uncover architectural treasures like a century-old post office and historic residential complexes
Rockbund Art Museum
We will stop for a premium coffee and admire the architecture at ROCKBUND, perceived as the backstreet of the world-famous Bund. This area underwent an 18-year-long revitalization by a team of international architects and fully opened to the public in 2023.
Options
Private Car
Private Car with exclusive use Pickup included
Premium Taxi
Premium ride-hailing service Pickup included
What‘s Included
English-speaking tour guide
A special gift
Vehicle for pick-up, drop-off and during the tour (Premier taxi or private car depends on the option you choose)
Bottled water in the premier taxi / private ca
Chinese crafts experience
Admission to attractions listed in the itinerary
One coffee drink and one milk tea drink
lunch (We'll take you to a lively wet market to pick your own favorites)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Shanghai tour with Alice our guide!
986rubyt,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Alice. She was informative about everything we saw. We loved the historical details, visiting Yu Garden, and other places like the Bund. The opportunity to create a handmade craft was so much fun.
Great experience in Shanghai for a private family tour
Footprints80087,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I would like to leave a review, because sometimes it is hard to understand what to expect and so many options available. It was our first time in Shanghai and more than 20 years since I went China before. The preps were overwhelming and we also had a very short time in such a big city as Shanghai and wanted to see everything, but also wanted to keep it easy, as we were just arriving, jetlag etc. Booking with Eastbound was the best decision. In one day we covered the main point of interest and beyond. It was just our family, so convenient. Tied exactly to our expectations, even though those could be somewhat conflicting. Our guide, Yi, got it just right - he gave me the time to take pictures, just as I love, and was able to appeal to my husband and our 10 years old son, who have completely different desires than me. My son says the best part of our two weeks in China was the day with Yi. We also rented a personal driver to follow us during the day and that was very convenient as well, though I really do not like when someone else is driving me, but not this time: the car was very spacious and comfortable(new Chinese EV) and the driver Jackie was awesome. Very calm driver and spoke great English. Another reason why it was so beneficial for us to book this trip is that Yi enabled us for future travel in China on our own. He ensured we were able to use the needed apps and could pay. And most important - introduced us to local foods and brands like Chagee and Lukin coffee. I fell in love with Chagee. And I can tell you if not Yi, I would not be even considering them or noticing them on my own. All in all, it was a great experience and provided what it advertised and beyond.
Lovely day in Shanghai with local guide Rachel
xiaorongfong,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely tailor made full day tour with Rachel! She took good care of our family of five, including my two elderly parents, as we walked through the old alleyways of Shanghai. The tour was easygoing enough for all our needs, and included plenty of food and drink and shopping breaks! Great for family experiences!
Bellissima esperienza!
dep15,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an 8 hours tour in Shanghai and it was great! Phyllis, our guide was very nice professional and walked us through the beauty of Shanghai allowing us to taste Shanghai lifestyle and better understand the city, its origin and the traditions. It was interesting and we had a lot of fun! Really worth the price!!! I strongly recommend the experience!
Great day with great guide
I458YNtracyc,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was so great to have Yi as our guide. He is a so nice guy and give us the very good presentation of the sites we visited.Let us know more about the history of each architecture.Amazing!
Perfect day tour in Shanghai with Guide Yi from Eastbound and Beyond 💯
Jet63229413637,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had my friends visiting me and wanted to show them around Shanghai. Even though I have been living in Shanghai, I still feel like I don't know this city very well. Luckily, we had the pleasure of following Guide Yi from Eastbound and Beyond. We learned so much about the city, its architecture and history, but in a light and relaxed way. We also had a few requests, such as the search for a very specific souvenir, and he was more than happy to help us track it down He was very accommodating and flexible with the schedule, taking a break whenever we needed one. ⚘️⚘️ It was an excellent day.
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