Private Full-Day Tour: Discovering Shanghai's History, Culture, and Major Attractions

Uncover Shanghai’s rich history and vibrant culture on a private full-day tour. Explore iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Perfect for time-crunched travelers.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Shanghai Tower - The Shanghai Tower is a 632-metre, 128-story megatall skyscraper in Lujiazui (second-tallest behind Dubai’s Burj Khalifa.) It has the world’s highest observation deck and the world’s fastest elevators at a top speed of 74 km/hr. It is the world’s A truly amazing view and experience.
What's Included
  • Authentic dumpling lunch option
  • Dedicated personal tour guide
  • Convenient flexible start time
  • Covered entrance fees option
  • Choice of private car or public transport
  • Hotel meet-up and drop-off included
What's Not Included
  • Tips-recommended
  • Observation decks in Lujiazui area (allows you to choose based on conditions)
Additional Information

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 you! You will visit both the east and west sides of Shanghai and also discover Shanghai’s fascinating mix of modern and classic character. The major attractions in this tour…

Location
Shanghai Tower
No479 Lujiazui Ring Road, Pudong New Area
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Victoria_s
Jul 10, 2025
Full day Shanghai highlights - I have travelled around all Asia and Peggy has been the best guide I have ever had. She is so polite, knowledgeable, speaks perfect English, dedicated, and professional, it was such a pleasure walking around Shanghai with Peggy. She shared with me not only history but her love for her culture . Thank you Peggy for a beautiful day.
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Jsteinger
Jul 5, 2025
Most of one day - Just returned from my trip to the great wall, Tianaman Square, Forbidden City and the Hutongs.. It was great ! Alan is a great guide and also the driver was very good. Very much appreciated. Thank you.
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Marc
Jun 22, 2025
The best way to see Shanghai in one day - Fantastic Day in Shanghai with Jenny’s China Tours! We had such an incredible experience with Jenny’s China Tours in Shanghai! From start to finish, everything was thoughtfully planned and wonderfully executed. Our guide, Alice, was absolutely fantastic—knowledgeable, friendly, and so engaging. She brought the history and culture of each place to life, and her passion for the city really made the tour special. The tour was well-organized and included a comfortable car with a great driver. We visited Yu Garden, People’s Square, the Jade Buddha Temple, the incredible “1000 Trees” building, and the charming French Concession. Each stop gave us a unique glimpse into the history, culture, and modern beauty of Shanghai. Seeing the city lights at night was the perfect way to end the day. Highly recommend this tour—especially with Alice as your guide!
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Kiara_g
Jun 22, 2025
Fantastic tour guide - Our tour guide Peggy was fantastic so informative and helpful. We got to see lots and learned alot about Shanghai and Chinese culture. She went at our pace and we never felt rushed.
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Jet458925
Jun 13, 2025
8 HS DE LO MEJOR DE SHANGAI - The tour was very comprehensive and offered an 8-hour tour of old and new Shanghai, providing a wealth of information about each of the various attractions I saw. The transfer service was punctual, efficient, and thorough. Peggy was an excellent guide, friendly, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable about each of the sights we saw. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TOUR.
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Jonathanck3142de
Jun 8, 2025
Accessibility was no issue for Apple, who made this an exceptional tour! - Firstly, understand that I do not generally write reviews. This time, however, one was absolutely warranted. We had scheduled this tour to take place the week before, but as a result of an injury had to cancel. We rescheduled for the following weekend, but things had changed as one of us was wheelchair and walker bound. The reservation was accepted and the day was planned with this in mind. Let me start by saying that they did an exceptional job accommodating our "issue" and our desired locations to visit, even in the summer rain which persisted throughout the day. Our guide, was Apple. She is funny, engaging and spared no time making us feel welcome. Along the way she shared information about Shanghai, including personal anecdotes and family videos which were welcome and not at all intrusive. She did what she could to show us cultural aspects, and changed the normal planned itinerary to swing us by the Jewish Refugee Museum, telling us the Chinese aspects of the situation. She was absolutely brilliant. we mentioned going to have tea, and she took us to an off the beaten path location in Old Town, which was not overcrowded with tourists in the streets. Yes, we were a bit pushed into purchases by the owner of the establishment but we were welcome to say no if we chose. Apple watched and gave us leash to be adults and make those decisions, and at the same time, brushed aside those who sought to take advantage or sway us in other directions. If you take this tour (which I absolutely recommend, and you get assigned Apple, consider yourself to be incredibly firtunate.
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Tanya
Jun 4, 2025
Amazing private tour of Shanghai - Great tour with great guide and driver. I highly recommend booking this tour. Because it’s a private tour, it’s very customizable.
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Astrid_d
Jun 4, 2025
With little time to see much - Knowledgeable guide, seen a lot and everything well arranged. Highlights of Shanghai , lunch in traditional setting, many explanations
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Veronikamy194cs
May 31, 2025
Shanghai Private Tour - An amazing experience. It's worth every penny spent. A visit accompanied by stories, historical facts. My guide Peggy is very funny, considerate and open to all modifications. As we were finishing earlier, she also took me into an artistic space totally outside the standard itineraries. I can only recommend Jenny’s tours.
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Ruth_k
Jul 21, 2025
disappointed - waste of time. too much time in van. touristy sites. terrible guide who was not informative and had little knowledge of places we went
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From $55
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).