Shanghai Walking Tour: Explore History & Culture

Explore Shanghai’s history and culture on a free walking tour. Discover iconic landmarks, stunning views, and vibrant stories with expert guides.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Suzhou River - The Suzhou River, also referred to as Suzhou Creek, is a prominent river in Shanghai, China. Historically, it was a vital transportation route and suffered from severe pollution due to industrial activities. However, in recent years, significant cleanup initiatives have rejuvenated the river, transforming it into a picturesque area…
What's Included
  • English-speaking Tour Guide
  • Guided Shanghai City Tour
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
  • Guide tips and gratuities
Additional Information

Why is the Shanghai City Free Walking Tour a must-experience? It’s straightforward! This tour provides an excellent introduction to the city’s history and culture, all while being easy on the wallet.
This captivating journey invites participants to explore the city’s rich history and vibrant culture, all while enjoying breathtaking views along the iconic…

Location
JI Hotel Shanghai Tiantong Road
Tian Tong Lu
Go to Exit 3 Tiantong Road Station of Metro 10/12, in front of Ji Hotel and look for a guide with a Red Tiger.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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155fengg
Apr 12, 2026
Great your - Had a really wonderful experience, the guide was very friendly and informative, and took me to parts of Shanghai that I wasn't even aware of! Would recommend my family and friends attend.
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Steve_c
Apr 10, 2026
Superb walking tour to uncover the history of Shanghai - Jane was a wonderful guide, deeply knowledgeable about Shanghai’s history, clear to understand and delivered the tour at a good pace. I’d highly recommend to anyone new in town
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Cosmopolitan534666
Mar 27, 2026
beautiful guided tour in Shanghai - This guided tour was really great! I very much appreciated Jane's explanations about the ancient and recent history of Shanghai. Jane is an experienced and thoughtful guide, who even advises on the best places to take pictures! I really recommend this visit!
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Manumoreira_br
Mar 24, 2026
Friendly and informative tour - I had an absolutely excellent experience on this Shanghai city walking tour. The tour guide was incredibly friendly, approachable, and always happy to answer questions, which made the entire experience very enjoyable. What impressed me most was the depth and quality of the information shared. The guide demonstrated strong knowledge of Shanghai’s history, explaining in a clear and engaging way how the city has evolved over time—from its origins to the modern metropolis it is today. One of the highlights was how she emphasized the Western influences that shaped Shanghai through centuries of international trade. These insights added a whole new layer to the experience, helping me better understand the architecture, historic neighborhoods, and the city’s unique identity. It was a very enriching, well-paced, and well-organized tour. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to explore Shanghai in a more meaningful and insightful way.
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Tine1207
Feb 13, 2026
An entertaining and smooth tour - We had a very special and interesting tour with Jane. She's super attentive and has an amazing knowledge about Shanghai history and Chinese culture. The walk was easy and with several stops. We all enjoyed it veeeeeery much, thank you!
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Fearless42202581558
Jan 18, 2026
Amazing Experience! - The Shanghai City Free Walking Tour was one of the best I signed up for with Monster’s free walking tours. The areas we walked through were very vibrant and full of character!! What made it special was how knowledgeable, funny, and friendly the commentary was. We stopped often for photos at key spots, so we had plenty of captured memories. During the 2.5 hours we heard facts, stories of how old Shanghai developed, and details about daily life in the city. Very enjoyable and informative. Highly recommended.
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C2742wtvirginiad
Jan 7, 2026
A great tour of Shanghai - Jane was amazing. We did a great time with her and she explain us a lot of things about Shanghai. 3 hours of cultural information and a lot of advices on how to live properly our stay in the city. I really recommend it.
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Filianny
Jan 2, 2026
A Tour Filled with Heart and Stories - Completed the Shanghai City Free Walking Tour with my family and truly loved every moment. The tour was incredibly insightful, and you could genuinely feel Jane’s deep passion and love for the city in every story shared. The warm, fun energy throughout made the experience feel personal and engaging, turning the walk into a memorable and delightful time for all of us.
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Numfonp2019
Dec 24, 2025
Good start to learn about Shanghai. - Jane is very informative tourguide with knowledge and experience. I learn a lot of history of Shanghai and made my trip more fulfilling and also she gave a lot of tips for where to visit on my own.
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Davecitytraveller
Dec 10, 2025
Amazing stories! - Definitely 100% recommended to join this tour! Amazing storytelling and really tells the story of past, now and future. Thank you for the wonderful knowledge shared and the friendly hospitality! Will return for the next one in the future!
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From $5
up to 5 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).