Zhujiajiao Water Town: Explore Oriental Venice

Immerse yourself in the charm of Zhujiajiao Water Town on this half-day tour. Explore ancient streets, admire Ming-Qing architecture, visit Kezhi garden, and enjoy a boat ride in the waterways.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Zhujiajiao Ancient Town - A friendly local guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Shanghai. Enjoy a comfortable journey in an air-conditioned vehicle to the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao, passing by some of the city’s stunning skylines along the way.
    Founded approximately 1700 years ago, Zhujiajiao still showcases its classic Ming…
What's Included
  • Entrance fee to Zhujiajiao water and local garden
  • Downtown Shanghai hotel pick up and drop off
  • Boat ride in the water town
  • Professional Private guide
  • Local tasty lunch or dinner ( If tour with lunch or tour with dinner option is booked)
  • Private driver with comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch or dinner( If “ Tour with Lunch” or “Tour with Dinner” not booked)
  • Ourskit hotel pick up and drop off(Could be arranged at surcharge).
Additional Information

Delight in a serene half-day excursion to the extraordinary ancient water town of Zhujiajiao, accompanied by a friendly local guide. Discover the enchanting “Oriental Venice” as you wander through the historic water alley streets and admire the traditional architecture from the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Explore the timeless Kezhi Garden and enjoy an…

Location
Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
No.36 Meizhou Road, Qingpu District, Zhujiajiao Town
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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N6247yccarlaw
Apr 12, 2026
Worthwhile Private Tour to water town - This was a wonderful experience full of history & culture. The guide picked us up on time with a great driver in the most modern sleek SUV. Our drive was not very long except for the traffic leaving the city. Our guide gave us some overall history of Shanghai and then focused on Zhujiajiao town itself rich history and culture. We crossed a very busy short bridge; took a short boat ride across the canal/river where we walked along cobblestone walks and bargained for some great souvenirs. We tasted some unique teas and fruits; watched locals make a pork and rice mixture in banana leaves. Overall it was a great tour.
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G8556ggolgak
Apr 12, 2026
A Magical Day in Zhujiajiao with Yun – Pearls, Canals, and Unforgettable Moments - We had a fantastic private tour of Zhujiajiao Water Town and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide, Yun, was everything you hope for—knowledgeable, pleasant, attentive, and genuinely personable. She arrived right on time, kept everything running smoothly, and shared insightful, engaging details about the town’s history and culture without ever overwhelming us. It felt relaxed yet perfectly organized. What made this tour truly special were the unique, hands-on experiences. Buying fresh oysters from a local vendor was such a fun and authentic moment, and the kids absolutely loved choosing their own oysters and then receiving beautiful pearl jewelry made from the pearls inside—it was easily one of the most memorable parts of the day. We also enjoyed tasting rice wine with mulberry berry, which added a local flavor we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. The peaceful boat ride along the canals tied everything together beautifully, giving us a chance to take in the charm of Zhujiajiao from a different perspective. Overall, this was an exceptional experience with excellent service from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a meaningful, well-rounded visit to Zhujiajiao.
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John_d
Apr 11, 2026
The experience was great.... - The experience was great. Cassie Chen was very professional and knowledgeable about the area and able to show a lot of places.
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Eugene_p
Apr 9, 2026
We had a wonderful time... - We had a wonderful time with Michael on this half day afternoon tour. We went in the early afternoon and it was not crowded at all. Michael was very accommodating and knowledgeable. Definitely a 5 star!!!
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L219pgomara
Apr 7, 2026
Highly recommended - We had great experiences with Maisie thank you for great tour
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Marine_d
Apr 6, 2026
Great tour - The travel guide was friendly and informative. Our driver was professional as well. Overall a great time for our family.
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Gina_m
Apr 4, 2026
Zhujiajiao Water Town, an exceptional curated experience in Old Shanghai - Lucy was a wonderful guide and had extensive knowledge of the Zhujiajiao Water Town and Old Shanghai. I especially enjoyed the canal boat ride and the temple gardens. Lucys knowledge was extensive and she brought me back to that time. The experience was surreal.
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Jennysv7969ci
Apr 3, 2026
Great time! - Lucy was an excellent guide! It was raining so unfortunately could not go on the boat portion, but Lucy took us to a personalized tea experience instead and it was amazing. She was full of facts about the culture and made the experience one our family will not forget!
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Peter_l
Apr 2, 2026
Very nice organized excursion with family - Well organized, hotel pickup, communication via WhattsApp/Wechat worked great, relaxed ride and private tour, guide was offered in English or German, very successful excursion
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Clinica
Apr 1, 2026
Zhujiaojiao water town - DO NOT MISS! - Although it is a long drive to the water town, it is worth every minute! Very well preserved town, and the food was exquisite!!! Beautiful pearls and silk stores. Being there, gives the feeling of time traveling to the past. Definitely recommended!
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From $56
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).