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#1Suzhou & Zhouzhuang Water Village Full Day Coach Tour

Experience the rare opportunity to visit 2 traditional water villages on this enthralling guided tour leaving from Shanghai. Travel to the ancient settlement...

recommend90% of travelers recommend

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$135
per adult
Suzhou & Zhouzhuang Water Village Full Day Coach Tour

#2Best of Shanghai Day Tour

Discover Shanghai's must-see sights on this full-day tour. Visit the many architectural sites that are influenced by different dynasties and colonization. Be...

recommend78% of travelers recommend

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$79
per adult
Best of Shanghai Day Tour

#3Zhujiajiao Water Village Half Day Coach Tour

Discover beautiful Zhujiajiao, a charming water village on the outskirts of Shanghai, on this half-day tour. Stroll through the 400-year-old city, discover i...

recommend70% of travelers recommend

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$90
per adult
Zhujiajiao Water Village Half Day Coach Tour

#4Shanghai Night Tour: Huangpu River Cruise & Nanjing Road

You'll be met by your tour guide in your Shanghai downtown hotel lobby at around 6:00pm and initiate the night tour with cruise along the Huangpu River, alon...

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$79
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Shanghai Night Tour: Huangpu River Cruise & Nanjing Road

#5Shanghai Dumpling Delights Food Tour & Cooking Class

Get to know the Shanghai dumpling scene! On this food tour + cooking class, you’ll get off the beaten path to sample regional varieties of dumplings, from st...

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$85
per adult
Shanghai Dumpling Delights Food Tour & Cooking Class

#6Hire a car with driver to Wuzhen Water Town

Service duration: 9 hours per day, normally from 08:00-17:00. You are welcome to let us know your favorite pickup time. Meanwhile, your itinerary would be ...

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$60
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Hire a car with driver to Wuzhen Water Town

#7Skip the Line Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus & Huangpu River Cruise

Hop on board Bus Tour's sightseeing tour to enjoy the best that the city has to offer. Your ticket is valid for 24 hours after initial redemption. Customers ...

recommend80% of travelers recommend

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$49
per traveler
Skip the Line Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus & Huangpu River Cruise

#8Shanghai Night Eats Food & Drink Tour

As the financial capital of China, Shanghai attracts millions of migrants who bring their local culinary traditions and ingredients with them. As the sun set...

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$82
per adult
Shanghai Night Eats Food & Drink Tour

#9Shanghai Disneyland® Ticket

Please kindly note that you need to send your passport details to the local travel agency in China right after booking in order to buy the tickets. You will ...

recommend74% of travelers recommend

$60
per traveler
Shanghai Disneyland® Ticket

#10Shanghai Full View City Sightseeing Day Tour

Have a full view guided trip of the classic and modern Shanghai. Enjoy hassle-free pickup service from your Shanghai downtown hotel lobby to start the trip. ...

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$92
per traveler
Shanghai Full View City Sightseeing Day Tour

Things To Do in Shanghai

Also known as the "Paris of the East", Shanghai is one of the most popular tourist destinations in China. With a population of over 23 million people, this city is alive 24 hours a day, three hundred sixty-five days a year. There are so many Shanghai activities that it will be hard for you to prioritize the ones you want to see the most.

One of the must see attractions in Shanghai is the Yu Yuan Garden. This spectacular garden covers over five acres of land and was built in the 16th century. The Grand Rockery is the most famous structure located inside the garden, primarily because it is made up of over 30,000 yellow stones and stands at 46 feet high. The attraction is popular among both local Shanghai citizens and tourists alike.

After exploring the wonderful Yu Yuan Garden, head over to the Huang Pu River Cruise. The cruise offers daily Shanghai tours on the Huang Pu River through the city. From the boat, tourists can enjoy wonderful views of the city skyline behind local fishermen bringing in their catch of the day. This is one of the top things to do in Shanghai because it offers an easy way to see the entire city in one day.

Shanghai excursions aren't complete without a visit to Nanjing Road. This road is one of the top spots for locals and tourists alike who are looking for cheap places to buy quality items from street vendors. The road stands at over 5 kilometers long and is currently the longest shopping road in the world. When visiting this area, it's best to bring a map, should you get lost among the hustle and bustle of bargain shoppers and business people.

Shanghai is known for its historical wonders and modern marvels, and is the perfect destination for your next vacation.

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