Shanghai French Concession Free Tour - China's First & Original
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Embark on a three-hour journey in the enchanting French Concession of Shanghai. Join your local guide to relive an era of style, tranquility, and romance on this captivating free tour!
Welcome to the FIRST, ORIGINAL, and BEST free walking tours 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 Travelers' Choice Award from 2019 to 2025!
**WHAT IS “FRENCH CONCESSION”? **It was a foreign concession area in Shanghai from 1849 until 1943. The area remains Shanghai's premier residential and shopping district, known for its European-style architecture, tree-lined streets, trendy cafés, bars, and rich artistic heritage.
-Discover the enchanting tales of the French Concession and its vibrant history on a 3-hour walk through this charming neighborhood. Uncover the secrets behind its status as the MOST BELOVED area for locals and expats, and immerse yourself in its cultural legacy!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS · Middle Huaihai Road · Former French Club · Shanghai Alleyway Houses · Shanghai Culture Square · Sinan Mansions · The most expensive hotel in Shanghai · St. Peter’s Church · Former French Courthouse · Tianzifang and more!
Sounds like fun? We can't wait to welcome you soon!
Meeting point
South Shaanxi Road Station, Exit 4
Accessibility information availablePet friendly
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