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Home/China/Eastern China/Shanghai/Shanghai City God Temple (Chenghuang Miao)

Explore Shanghai City God Temple: Cultural & Guided Tours

Step back in time at the historic Shanghai City God Temple (Chenghuang Miao), a cornerstone of traditional Chinese culture and spirituality. Located in the heart of Shanghai, this sacred landmark offers an immersive journey through ancient architecture, religious traditions, and vibrant local customs. Whether you are embarking on a guided cultural tour, a delicious food tour through nearby Yu Garden, or a private sightseeing adventure, you will discover the soul of Old Shanghai. Perfect for history buffs and culture seekers, our curated experiences provide deep insights into this legendary temple. Book your unforgettable Shanghai adventure today and witness the perfect blend of spiritual heritage and urban charm!

4.89/5 avg ratingTours from $7231 unique experiences81% private tour options

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.89★ average

Based on 241 pooled reviews with ~98% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$143–$234 typical

Median price is $182, with a full range of $72–$257

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural City Tours

87% of options are cultural, 74% are city tours

Tour Length

Tour Length

7–10 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Best Value

Best Value

Cultural Tours

Averages 5.0★ at $172, which is at or below typical pricing

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

94% free cancellation

30 of 31 options offer instant confirmation

32 Products

Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai

Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (225 reviews)
97.58%
2.42%
excellentrecommendBest tour ever
Viator
$99
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Full-Day Private Guided Tour of Shanghai
Summary

Delve beneath Shanghai's glitzy modern surface to discover the city's heritage and culture on this 8-hour private tour. Traveling either by public transport or private vehicle, you'll see People's Park, a classic Chinese market, the Jade Buddha Temple, Confucius Temple, The Bund, Riverside Promenade...

Inclusions
  • Personal tour guide services
  • Flexible start time (choose when booking)
  • Private Car or Metro/Taxis (if option selected)
  • All entrance fees (if option selected)
  • Authentic Dumpling Lunch (if option selected)
  • Guide will meet you at your centrally located hotel and return you to your hotel
Exclusions
  • Tips-recommended
Itinerary
  • People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
  • Jade Buddha Temple
  • Bird And Flower Market(South Xizang road)
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please wear comfortable walking shoes, To secure your Yuyuan Garden Ticket and bypass queues, please provide your full name along with your passport number.
Cancellation Policy

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

Shanghai Highlights City Tour : Yuyuan Garden, Bund & Tianzifang

Shanghai Highlights City Tour : Yuyuan Garden, Bund & Tianzifang

7 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.33 (3 reviews)
Viator
$97
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Shanghai Highlights City Tour : Yuyuan Garden, Bund & Tianzifang
Summary

Experience the best of Shanghai on this small-group tour limited to 15 guests. Begin in the historic Old Town with Yuyuan Garden, a 400-year-old classical Chinese garden surrounded by lively bazaars. Walk along the Bund waterfront, where colonial-era buildings face the modern Pudong skyline. Explore...

Inclusions
  • Tour guide
  • Chinese lunch served at a local restaurant
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transfers between attractions by air-conditioned coach
Exclusions
  • Gratuities for guide and driver (recommended)
  • Global Financial Center top floor admission ticket (approx. CNY180 per person)
Itinerary
  • Downtown
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
  • Yu Garden
  • The Bund
  • Shanghai History Museum
  • Tianzifang
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required, Hotel information should be provided 24 hours before departure
Cancellation Policy

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

Shanghai Private Tour: Jade Buddha Temple, the Bund, Jinmao Tower, Huangpu River

Shanghai Private Tour: Jade Buddha Temple, the Bund, Jinmao Tower, Huangpu River

10 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (3 reviews)
100%
0%
Viator
$251
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Shanghai Private Tour: Jade Buddha Temple, the Bund, Jinmao Tower, Huangpu River
Summary

This classic tour will amaze you with top and popular attractions in Shanghai. After a convenient hotel pickup, appreciate the perfect view on the 88th floor of Jin Mao Tower; stroll along Riverside Promenade; visit the mysterious Jade Buddha Temple; visit Jiangnan Silk Museum to know how to disting...

Inclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Cruise along Huangpu River
  • Professional tour guide
Itinerary
  • Jin Mao Tower
  • Riverside Promenade (Bingjiang Da Dao)
  • Jade Buddha Temple
  • Shanghai Jiangnan Silk Museum
  • Xintiandi
  • Shikumen Museum, Shanghai
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
  • Yuyuan Old Street
  • Huangpu River
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Zhujiajiao & Shanghai:Small Group Tour Water Town to Skyline

Zhujiajiao & Shanghai:Small Group Tour Water Town to Skyline

8 hrsFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
100%
0%
absolutely exceptionalwonderful guide
Viator
$189
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Zhujiajiao & Shanghai:Small Group Tour Water Town to Skyline
Summary

Take advantage of China's 144-hour visa-free policy and make the most of your time with this Small Group Tour, door-to-door guided tour, designed to maximize your experience without any compromises. Begin your adventure in Zhujiajiao Ancient Town, a charming water village where you'll explore both o...

Inclusions
  • Bottled Water
  • Can accommodate large groups
  • 144 hours visa free assurance for large groups
  • English or Chinese tour guide (Other languages are available on requesting)
  • Transportation
  • Admission to Yu Garden
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Boat ride in Zhujiajiao
Itinerary
  • Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
  • The Bund
  • Yu Garden
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, We accommodate dietary restrictions such as nut allergies, dairy-free, and low-sodium diets. Please inform us of any specific needs when booking, and we'll ensure your meal is tailored accordingly
Cancellation Policy

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

Private Shanghai Temple and Artwork Tour: A Deeper Understanding to Chinese Ethos

Private Shanghai Temple and Artwork Tour: A Deeper Understanding to Chinese Ethos

7 hrsFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
100%
0%
Viator
$122
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Private Shanghai Temple and Artwork Tour: A Deeper Understanding to Chinese Ethos
Summary

Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism are essential spiritual pillars of all people with Chinese blood. Boasting the sole ancient continuous civilization in the world, Chinese are bound to be grateful to the profound heritage of thoughts left by their sages, scholars and people as a whole in the history...

Inclusions
  • Noodle lunch (There is a variety of food choices even in a noodle restaurant. Nonetheless, please still indicate at time of booking if you have any personal dietary requirements or restrictions)
  • Public Transportation fare (Subway, Bus, Taxi)
  • Hotel pickup
  • Private tour for 7 hours
Itinerary
  • Longhua Temple
  • Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre
  • Shanghai Confucian Temple
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, A moderate amount of walking is involved (max 6 kilometers), No serious dress code, smart casual is fine, with comfortable shoes, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy

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

Shanghai day trip:Yuyuan garden,Bund,Shanghai Museum,Former French Concession

Shanghai day trip:Yuyuan garden,Bund,Shanghai Museum,Former French Concession

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.5 (2 reviews)
100%
0%
Wonderful
Viator
$163
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Shanghai day trip:Yuyuan garden,Bund,Shanghai Museum,Former French Concession
Summary

Delve beneath Shanghai's glitzy modern surface to discover the city's heritage and culture on this 8-hour private tour. Traveling either by public transport or private vehicle, you'll see People'square,Shanghai museum, a classic Chinese market, The Bund, Old French Concession(Xintiandi)

Inclusions
  • The tickects as listed are included.
  • English-speaking Tour guide
  • local lunch
Itinerary
  • Yu Garden
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
  • Old Town
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)
  • Xintiandi
  • L+Mall
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Urban Shanghai Chronicle Day Tour

Urban Shanghai Chronicle Day Tour

12 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
0
Viator
$250
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Urban Shanghai Chronicle Day Tour
Summary

This is the most compact one-day tour product of Shanghai so far. That is to say, among all the one-day tour products, it enables you to visit the most scenic spots within one day. The itinerary doesn't artificially highlight the contrasts among different areas of Shanghai. Instead, it strings toget...

Itinerary
  • Shanghai Ancient City Wall
  • Yuyuan Old Street
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
  • Bund22
  • Shanghai Municipal Archives
  • Xintiandi
  • Birthplace of Chinese Communist Party
  • Shanghai History Museum
  • Waitanyuan
  • People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
  • The Bund
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

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

Shanghai Privite Tour with Story from Ming dynasty to Modern

Shanghai Privite Tour with Story from Ming dynasty to Modern

5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
Viator
$260
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Shanghai Privite Tour with Story from Ming dynasty to Modern
Summary

Explore Shanghai's rich tapestry of history and culture on this 6-hour walking tour. Begin your journey at the serene Yu Garden, a stunning 450-year-old classical garden, before diving into the vibrant atmosphere of the City God Temple. Savor authentic Shanghainese snacks as you stroll through local...

Exclusions
  • Travel insurance
  • tips
Itinerary
  • Yu Garden
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
  • The Bund
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Chinese Religions Walking Tour in Shanghai

Chinese Religions Walking Tour in Shanghai

3 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
100%
0%
clear and detailed explanation
Viator
$85
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Chinese Religions Walking Tour in Shanghai
Summary

Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism laid the fundamental base of Chinese civilization. This private walking tour will take you to a Buddhist Nun Temple, City God Taoist Temple, and Confucian Temple, hidden in the old city alleyways. Your expert guide will unveil the mystery of three great ancient ori...

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Your centrally located hotel pick up.
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation fee
  • Hotel drop off
Itinerary
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
  • Shanghai Confucian Temple
  • Yuyuan Old Street
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, Walking distance is 2 km, Dress code is casual, Photography is allowed, Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy

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

Shanghai Day Tour with English Guide – Explore Yu Garden & More

Shanghai Day Tour with English Guide – Explore Yu Garden & More

8 hrs
0
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$12
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Shanghai Day Tour with English Guide – Explore Yu Garden & More
Summary

Want to experience all of Shanghai’s most iconic landmarks in one go? This private, tailor-made tour is designed just for you, allowing you to deeply immerse yourself in Shanghai’s modernity and rich heritage in the most comfortable way possible. (Please send us a private message on the Viator platf...

Inclusions
  • Same-day guide and driver fees (8 hours during normal business hours)
  • Hotel transfers in downtown Shanghai
  • Same-day rental fee for a 7-seat business van (8 hours during normal business hours)
  • Admission fees for attractions
Exclusions
  • 1. Fees for same-day vehicle use and guide overtime 2. All personal expenses and meal costs
Itinerary
  • Yu Garden
  • Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu)
  • Shanghai Temple Of the Town God (Chenghung Miao)
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Pairs well with

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Fairmont Peace Hotel (Heping Fandian)

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Bund Sightseeing Tunnel
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Bund Sightseeing Tunnel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

If you prefer more personalized attention, you might want to opt for a private experience. Among the 40 tours we compare across booking platforms, 85% are private tours, making them the most common format for visiting this landmark.

Pricing for organized experiences varies depending on the level of service. The typical price spread we found across booking platforms is between $84–$261, with most options falling within the $147–$232 range.

Most tours are designed as comprehensive day trips. You should expect to spend between 7–10 hours on an activity, with a median duration of about 8 hours.

The feedback from travellers is overwhelmingly positive. Based on 242 pooled reviews across booking platforms, the landmark holds an average rating of 4.89★. Reviewers frequently describe their experiences as excellent and wonderful, often recommending the tours as a great way to get a wonderful overview of the area.

Yes, there is a wide variety of linguistic options available. The tours we compare are offered in 7 different languages: English, Chinese, French, Spanish, German, Japanese, and Zh-Cn.

Flexibility is widely available when booking through various platforms. Roughly 95% of the options listed offer free cancellation, which is helpful for adjusting travel plans.

If sustainability is a priority for your trip, you can look for specific labels. 50% of the tours we compare are tagged as eco-friendly.

Download Alipay or WeChat Pay. Link your international credit card to these apps to pay almost everywhere in the city.

Download a translation app and use Metro apps. Most subway signs are in English, but many locals may not speak it fluently.

Install a reliable VPN before you arrive in China. This allows you to access Google, social media, and other blocked sites.

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