Crazy Yummy Food & Local Lifestyle: Free Tour Central Shanghai
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Discover Shanghai’s true spirit on this immersive tour. From the serene Jade Buddha Temple to hidden old streets, you'll taste local delicacies and see daily life through the eyes of an expert guide.
This is not a typical free walking tour, it's all about real food, real neighborhoods, and real Shanghai local lifestyle!!
We gonna have: - 3-4 food stops with many choices (vegetarian friendly also), basically it's like a breakfast+lunch set, pls leave space for the yummy local food. - A central location, convenient for visiting many famous landmarks, including Jing'an Temple, Jade Buddha Temple, the French Concession, and Yu Garden. - Small group (max 8 guests), making it easy to chat, ask questions, and enjoy a more personal experience. - Local expert Summerhaha, who grew up in her parents' noodle shop, hot pot and BBQ restaurants, and has been lucky to travel around the world.
Part 1. Eat like a local - China: a meat lover’s country or a vegetarian paradise? - Handmade dumplings from a neighborhood auntie - Regional Chinese pancakes you’ve probably never seen before - Chinese desserts… surprisingly not always sweet - And why Shanghai has 10,000+ coffee shops？
Part 2. See the city beyond the surface - A fancy Apple store next to a golden Buddhist temple, which is more popular? - A community center with a library, gym…
Meeting point
front gate of Jing‘An Temple, close to metro Station of Jing'An temple, exit 1(Line 2&7&14).
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- English
- Usual start times
- 11:30 (Shanghai time)
- Coming up
- 9 departures in 3 months, 4 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 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is front gate of Jing‘An Temple, close to metro Station of Jing'An temple, exit 1(Line 2&7&14).. 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?
9 departures are listed in the next three months, 4 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:30. 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.
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