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Private tour in Shanghai Xingchen L
Shanghai: Yu Garden, Bund, and Pudong Skyscrapers
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Hi! I’m Chen—a Shanghai native, architect, and fellow world traveler. Having lived and studied in the UK for two years and traveled to nearly 30 countries, I know firsthand what makes a travel experience truly memorable: connecting with locals and uncovering the authentic soul of a city. For 7 years, I worked as an architect in Shanghai. This background gives me a distinct lens to read the city—not just its soaring modern skyscrapers, but the hidden stories behind its historic Shikumen lanes, European-style concessions, and vibrant neighborhood streetscapes. I don't do cookie-cutter tourist routes. Instead, I offer immersive, friendly walks that blend fascinating urban design, rich local history, and Shanghai’s best-kept culinary secrets. Think of me as your knowledgeable local friend in Shanghai. Whether you want to explore the real life of the city or indulge in mouthwatering local food, I’m here to make your journey seamless, insightful, and fun. Let’s explore Shanghai together! Feel free to message me with your ideas or questions.
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The best of Shanghai and local food tasting
Overview of your Shanghai tour
Let me, a former professional architect, guide you through the striking contrasts of Shanghai. Discover Shanghai’s ultimate highlights at a comfortable, unhurried pace on this 5-hour private tour. We will start with the historic Bund and the former British Consulate, then walk to the iconic 400-year-old Yu Garden. Next, we’ll board a scenic public ferry across the Huangpu River to step right into Pudong’s futuristic skyline, ending up close with the famous "Top 3 Skyscrapers" (including Shanghai Tower). Along the way, we’ll take a relaxing mid-tour break to savor authentic local delicacies.
Your Shanghai tour itinerary
Stop 1: Former British Consulate & The Bund (~1 h) Explore the exterior of the Victorian-style Former British Consulate. Stroll the Bund to admire 19th-century architecture alongside views of the modern skyline across the river. Stop 2: Yu Garden & Food Break (~1.5 hs) Walk to the 400-year-old Yu Garden and its vibrant bazaar. Halfway through, we’ll sit down for a relaxing food break to sample delicious local specialties (e.g., Xiaolongbao). Stop 3: Huangpu River Ferry Ride (~30 Mins) Board a local public ferry across the Huangpu River. Enjoy panoramic breeze-filled views of both old and new Shanghai from the water. Stop 4: Lujiazui "Big Three" Skyscrapers (~1 h) Walk the elevated promenade in Pudong for stunning, close-up photos of the iconic Shanghai Trio: Jin Mao Tower, SWFC, and the towering Shanghai Tower, where our tour ends smoothly.
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Type: Walking / Category: Ferry
Walking tour with public ferry ride
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The Peninsula Shanghai, Zhongshan Road (E-1), Waitan, Huangpu, China
The entrance of The Peninsula Shanghai
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