Shanghai City Free Walking Tour - China's First & Original
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A must-do free walking tour of Shanghai's most famed landmarks. Follow your local guide to discover the city's wonders and secrets in just four immersive hours!
Welcome to the FIRST, ORIGINAL walking tour in Shanghai (and China)!! As the local free tour trailblazer, we've conducted OVER 2300 TOURS, delighting 38,000+ visitors worldwide since 2017. We were honoured with the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award from 2019 to 2025!
Discover Shanghai from its humble origin and learn how it evolved into one of the world's most exciting megacities in the 21st century! In 3.5~4 hours, our tour covers all the MUST-SEE spots in downtown Shanghai. Get ready to dive into this vibrant city's history, culture, art, architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine! Our 23,000 former visitors have proven that the time flies by in the blink of an eye!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: · People's Square · City Hall of Shanghai · People's Park · Shanghai Marriage Market · The Old Red Light District · East Nanjing Rd Shopping Street · Local Food Street for Snack Break · The Bund Area · Exotic Building Clusters · The first Cathedral in French concession (for morning tour) · Yuyuan Garden Bazaar (for morning tour) and more!
Are you excited for the fun? We can't wait to welcome you!:)
Meeting point
People's Square Metro Station, Exit 3
Before you go
- Length
- About 4h
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 10:00, 14:00 (Shanghai time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 12 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 4h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is People's Square Metro Station, Exit 3. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 12 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:00 and 14:00. Times are local to Shanghai.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Other free tours in Shanghai
- Shanghai French Concession Free Tour - China's First & Original 4.9 ★ (95) · 3h
- Old Town Free Tour of Shanghai: Yuyuan Old Street & City God Temple 5.0 ★ (63) · 2h 15min
- Shanghai Highlights Free Walking Tour 5.0 ★ (59) · 2h 30min
- Shanghai Highlights Free Tour 4.9 ★ (54) · 2h 30min
- French Concession Free Tour of Shanghai 4.9 ★ (16) · 2h 30min
Accessibility information available
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