Private Tour

Shanghai Private French Concession Tour from Alleys to Mansions

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Step into the colonial-era French Concession and experience life across different social classes—from traditional alleys where locals once lived to a serene French-style park that was once reserved for expats, and the grand mansions of wealthy executives. We’ll explore three distinct neighborhoods, each with its own unique character—local, modern, and artsy—all beautifully transformed from historic alleyways.

Tour highlights:

1. Create your own traditional Chinese crafts in TianZiFang.

2. Stroll along the tree-lined Wukang Road and admire its distinctive architecture.

3. Visit a historic French-style park and immerse yourself in the energy of local life.

4. Savor a drink in a boutique café.

5. Step into a traditional residential alley and uncover how dozens once lived under one roof.

6. Learn how XinTianDi transformed into one of China's most successful real estate projects.

7. Take home a lovely souvenir.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Operates in all weather conditions (except for extreme ones), please dress appropriately

Infants (age under 3) are welcome to join free of charge; however, please note that we do not provide infant seats in taxi

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Please wear comfortable shoes as there will be approx. 3-4 km of walking

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water in the taxi

Local English-speaking guide

Private tour (if your group exceeds five people, please contact us)

Your preferred Chinese art crafts experience in the art-filled TianZiFang

Premier taxi from the cafe to TianZiFang, and from TianZiFang to WuKang Road

One coffee or local beer or tea at the cafe

A thoughtful gift and local restaurant guide :)

Hotel /preferred location pickup or drop-off

Gratuities

What To Expect

Xintiandi

Explore XinTianDi, once a residential alley, now one of modern China's most renowned real estate developments. In this trendy shopping district, let's uncover hidden traditional Shikumen houses, which once accommodated two-thirds of Shanghai's population at their peak. Step into another peaceful alley, tucked away from the busy streets around it. Many locals still reside here—elderly women hang laundry in the passageways, while grandfathers ride their bikes through the tight lanes, picking up their grandchildren from school. It’s a beautiful glimpse of everyday life!

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Fuxing Park

Stroll 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.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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