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Hidden Gems in Shanghai

Bund skyline at night, dumpling houses at noon, lane neighborhoods that feel a century back. The lesser-known corners of Shanghai most tourists miss — offbeat tours and local-favorite experiences, bookable on the spot.

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2h to 5h

Taipei Private Custom Tour with a Local: Highlights & Hidden Gems

Taipei is a city of contrasts—where spiritual calm coexists with urban dynamism, and centuries-old traditions thrive in ever-evolving neighborhoods.

  • 4.8★ · 79 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $60 a person
3h

Hong Kong's Tin Hau Hidden Gems Food Tour with 7+ Local Tastings

On our Secret Food Tour: Hong Kong, our food experts will take you on an adventurous culinary journey with mouth-watering local delicacies, cultural insights, and hidden...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $107 a person
Pan fried dumplings
3h

Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

Taste a dozen traditional Shanghainese dishes in 3 hours during this culinary tour of Huangpi Road, the old border between the former French Concession and Shanghai residential...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $79 a person
2h to 8h

New York Full Day Private Tour: Hidden Gems & Local Highlights

Seeing NYC with a local means discovering the stories and places that guidebooks miss.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $75 a person
Zhujiajiao Water Town
8h

Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Private Day Tour

Discover Shanghai’s most incredible city attractions and beautiful Zhujiajiao Water Town during this wonderful private day tour.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $246 a person
People crowd around the Jade Buddha Temple in Shanghai.
8h

Best of Shanghai Day Tour, including Jade Buddha Temple & Bund & Yuyuan Garden

See all the main sites of Shanghai, 'Paris of the Orient'.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $79 a person
Shanghai Shopping Tour
4h to 5h

Private Shanghai Shopping Tour with Local Shopping Guru

Shanghai has been famed as "the Shopping Paradise" and "the Oriental Paris' in history.

  • 5.0★ · 93 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $95 a person
On this private tour, you'll enjoy it all – with your favourite local host guiding the way.
3h 30m

Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Taipei from a unique perspective!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $98 a person
4h to 5h

4-Hour Private Shanghai City Tour with Old and New Highlights

Discover the beauty of Shanghai from its history, culture, modern and ancient perspectives during this 4-hour ultimate private tour experience.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $93 a person
7h to 8h

Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights

This great 8-hour Shanghai city tour takes you to discover the must see sites in Shanghai from its old and modern perspectives, from its colonial Bund riverside to the modern...

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $115 a person
3h

Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Hong Kong from a unique perspective!

  • 4.7★ · 111 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $99 a person
2h

Shanghai's Bund Whispers: Unlock 23 Architectural Secrets!

Shanghai's Bund Whispers: Unlock 23 Architectural Secrets!

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $5 a person
3h 30m

Eat Like a Local Through Shanghai's French Concession

In 1936, half of Shanghai was controlled by foreign powers.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $75 a person
50 min to 1h

Shanghai To Beijing Bullet Train Ticket with Local Private Transfer

Enjoy the easy and hassle-free trip to the historic Capital Beijing of China.

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  • Private tour
From $211 a person
Shanghai Bund at night
3h to 4h

Private Shanghai Night Tour : Shanghai Tower Observation Deck and Amazing Lights

Capture the magic of Shanghai by night on this exclusive private tour.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $123 a person
8h

Private Shanghai City Highlight and Hidden Gems with Culinary Experience

Come and experience the most dynamic private city tour in Shanghai!

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $127 a person
Shanghai City Walking Tour
4h

Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated

Discover Shanghai from its humble origins as a fishing village and hear the stories behind how it evolved to become one of the world's most exciting and cosmopolitan places!

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $5 a person
Yuyuan Historic Garden
8h

Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights

If you have very limited time in Shanghai, and want to go home with a great understanding of Shanghai, its people, history and culture, then this private day tour is perfect for...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $109 a person
Noodle and wonton tasting food tour
3h

Secret Noodle and Wonton in Shanghai Alleyways with Local Beer

Shanghai people love eating noodle and wonton, and there are so much varieties in town.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $79 a person
Enjoying Yuyuan Garden!
4h

Private Half-Day Tour: Amazing Highlights of Old Shanghai

This half-day tour is perfect for travelers with limited time to get a quick, but comprehensive view of Shanghai's history, culture, tastes and sounds.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $89 a person
6h

Shanghai Customized One Day Tour: Explore All the Top Highlights

Embark on an unforgettable Shanghai customized day tour!

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $169 a person
Shanghai Tower
9h

Private Tour with Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Zoo and Nanjing Road plus Xiaolongbao

With the assistance of professional guide, we will take the metro through the bustling Shanghai and visit Shanghai's must-see sites on this private 9-hour tour, which includes...

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  • Instant confirmation
From $190 a person
3h

Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Night Food Tour

Get ready for Shanghai’s most delicious food tour!

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $90 a person
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
7h to 8h

Small group: Shanghai Private tour with Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai Tower

Experience on this door-to-door private guided tour including Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and top Shanghai attractions.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $198 a person

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