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Experience the Best of Shanghai Tower (Shanghai Zhongxin Dasha)

Elevate your Shanghai adventure at the iconic Shanghai Tower (Shanghai Zhongxin Dasha), the world's tallest observation tower. Witness breathtaking panoramic views of the Huangpu River and the futuristic Pudong skyline from unparalleled heights. Whether you are seeking a romantic sunset, an architectural marvel, or a thrilling city tour, our curated experiences offer everything from private guided tours to cultural sightseeing. Immerse yourself in one of China's most stunning urban landmarks and capture unforgettable memories of the Shanghai skyline. Book your sky-high experience today and see the city like never before!

4.82/5 avg ratingFrom $38.90 per person161+ unique experiences84% private tours available

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$115–$227 typical

Median price is $188, with a spread from $39 to $280

Rating

Rating

4.82★ average

Based on 4,167 pooled reviews with ~96% positive sentiment

Tour Type

Tour Type

Mostly Private & Cultural

84% are private tours, with 73% focused on cultural themes

Tour Duration

Tour Duration

4–10 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

76% free cancellation

80% of options offer instant confirmation

Value Pick

Value Pick

Art tours

Average 4.99★ at $101, which is below the typical price

171 Products

Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights

Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.98 (1,174 reviews)
98.22%
1.78%
sooo goodawesome and knowledgeable tour guideHighly recommend
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$115
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Private Shanghai Full Day City Tour with Old and New Highlights
Summary

This great 8-hour Shanghai city tour takes you to discover the must see sites in Shanghai from its old and modern perspectives, from its colonial Bund riverside to the modern skyscrapers Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Shanghai Tower, from the elegant Ming Dynasty Yu Garden and old town Bazaar to the charm...

Inclusions
  • Private driver with air-conditioned vehicle(Only "Private Guide & Car" or "All Inclusive" is booked)
  • Local delightful & Classy Lunch (Only for those who booked" All Inclusive Tour" Option)
  • Private tour with amazing guide
  • Downtown Hotel pick up and drop-off
  • Entrance fee to YuGarden(Only if you booked "All Inclusive Tour"Option(Garden is closedevery Monday)
Exclusions
  • Lunch (If "Private All Inclusive Tour " option is NOT booked)
  • Entrance fee to observation deck of the top tower
  • Outskit hotel pick up and drop off( Can be arranged at surcharge)
Itinerary
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • Yu Garden
  • Old Town
  • Former French Concession
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
  • Jade Buddha Temple
  • Shanghai Tower
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, Children must be accompanied by an adult, If your hotel is not located in downtown Shanghai, an arrangement can be made to meet near the downtown area, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, 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.

Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights

Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.94 (372 reviews)
95.72%
4.28%
Amazingrecommend itpleasant day
Viator
$109
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Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights
Summary

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 cl...

Inclusions
  • Authentic dumpling lunch (if option selected)
  • Personal tour guide services
  • Flexible start time (choose when booking)
  • Entrance fees (if option selected)
  • Private car or metro/taxis (if option selected)
  • Guide will meet you at your centrally located hotel and return you to your hotel
Exclusions
  • Tips-recommended
  • Observation decks in Lujiazui area (allows you to choose based on conditions)
Itinerary
  • Shanghai Tower
  • Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu)
  • Shanghai World Financial Center
  • Yu Garden
  • Yuyuan Old Street
  • Shanghai Confucian Temple
  • Former French Concession
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
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, Dress comfortably and for the season, Please wear comfortable shoes, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, 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.

4-Hour Private Shanghai City Tour with Old and New Highlights

4-Hour Private Shanghai City Tour with Old and New Highlights

5 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.96 (265 reviews)
97.77%
2.23%
Greatparla perfettamente ingleseBellissima esperienza
Viator
$93
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4-Hour Private Shanghai City Tour with Old and New Highlights
Summary

Discover the beauty of Shanghai from its history, culture, modern and ancient perspectives during this 4-hour ultimate private tour experience. The tour is 100% customized based on your schedule and interests, your local expert guide will lead you to the incredible Shanghai city sites in line with y...

Inclusions
  • Local public transport (Uber taxi or metro if " Tour by Uber/Metro Option" booked)
  • Hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Shanghai
  • Private driver with air-conditioned comfortable vehicle (If Tour by Private Car Option" booked
  • Lunch or Dinner (If" tour with lunch or dinner" option is selected)
  • Private amazing guide
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees if apply
  • Lunch or Dinner (If "Tour Only" option is selected)
  • Outskirt pick up and drop off( Airport /Disneyland area etc, can be arranged at surcharge))
Itinerary
  • Old Town (Nanshi)
  • Yu Garden
  • The Bund
  • Shanghai Tower
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy

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

Private Amazing Shanghai City Day Tour in Your Way

Private Amazing Shanghai City Day Tour in Your Way

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.99 (161 reviews)
99.43%
0.57%
fantasticgreat tourwholeheartedly recommend
Viator
$135
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Private Amazing Shanghai City Day Tour in Your Way
Summary

Make the most of a day in Shanghai with this private customized highlights tour. Accompanied by your professional tour guide, visit the city’s top attractions, such as the city skyline on the Bund,the tallest observatory in the world at Shanghai tower, the most charming alley Tianzifang at Former Fr...

Inclusions
  • Private guide
  • Transport by private vehicle(if Tour with car service option is selected)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Exclusions
  • Transport by private vehicle (if Tour only option is selected)
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees
Itinerary
  • Yu Garden
  • Shanghai Tower
  • Former French Concession
  • Jade Buddha Temple
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
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, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Age under 3 is free to join, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please wear comfortable shoes
Cancellation Policy

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

Shanghai One Day City Private Tour by German-Speaking Guide

Shanghai One Day City Private Tour by German-Speaking Guide

8 hrsPrivate tour
4.91 (231 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$158
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Shanghai One Day City Private Tour by German-Speaking Guide
Summary

Explore the old and modern Shanghai as you wish on fully guided private tour. visit famed sites like Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, top city view at Shanghai Tower and incredible skylines at Bund.

Flexible Private Shanghai Layover Tour

Flexible Private Shanghai Layover Tour

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.96 (117 reviews)
97.35%
2.65%
absolutely amazinggreat tourknowledgeable
Viator
$152
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Flexible Private Shanghai Layover Tour
Summary

Welcome to Shanghai! This private layover tour is 100% customized based on your needs. The pick up point can be either from your airport or hotel in Shanghai (same as drop-off). Don't miss out the opportunity to see this amazing city and enjoy some tasty local food or a relaxing SPA treatment during...

Inclusions
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (If Needed)
  • Two-way or One-way Airport Transfer (please choose the option you need)
  • Bottle of water
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Entance fees
Itinerary
  • Shanghai Tower
  • Yu Garden
  • Former French Concession
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • Jade Buddha Temple
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, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required, Please advise if you have big luggage or more than 2 luggage., Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please wear comfortable shoes, The tour starts 1 hour after flight landing. Please contact your local operator if you have to take a long time in custom, and your driver will wait for you in the arrival hall., This layover tour requires at least 8 to 10 hours between two connecting flights., Detailed flight information is required upon booking, If you are not able to go through customs for any reasons, please take your own responsibility. There is no refund for the same day cancellation
Cancellation Policy

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

All Inclusive Shanghai City Tour : Old and New Highlights

All Inclusive Shanghai City Tour : Old and New Highlights

8 hrsPrivate tour
5 (47 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$223
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All Inclusive Shanghai City Tour : Old and New Highlights
Summary

Explore the old and modern Shanghai as you wish on fully guided private tour. visit famed sites like Yu Garden, Jade Buddha Temple, top city view at Shanghai Tower and incredible skylines at Bund.

Shanghai: After Dark Dinner and Huangpu River Night Cruise

Shanghai: After Dark Dinner and Huangpu River Night Cruise

4 hrs
5 (28 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$140
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Shanghai: After Dark Dinner and Huangpu River Night Cruise
Summary

Enjoy dinner like a local, take cruise on Huangpu River, and add the option to ascend Shanghai Tower or Oriental Pearl Tower for breathtaking night views—an unforgettable way to experience Shanghai.

3-Hour Shanghai Bund Swift Tour with River Cruise or Skyscraper

3-Hour Shanghai Bund Swift Tour with River Cruise or Skyscraper

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (29 reviews)
100%
0%
greatfunschöne Aussicht
Viator
$112
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3-Hour Shanghai Bund Swift Tour with River Cruise or Skyscraper
Summary

This amazing 3-hour private tour gives you a quick overview of the famous Shanghai Bund. Besides the interesting history learning and latest city changes update, your will have options to enjoy a relax cruise ride on beautiful Huangpu River, or to have an elevated view from one of city skyscrapers, ...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • River Cruise ticket or selected Skyscraper entrance fee based on your booking option
  • Private diver and transfer service
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Additional attraction entrance fees
Itinerary
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • Huangpu River
  • Shanghai Tower
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, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please wear comfortable walking shoes, Please advise your preferred tour start time if other than 10:30am or 7:30pm upon booking as special request
Cancellation Policy

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

4-Hour Private Customized Shanghai City Tour

4-Hour Private Customized Shanghai City Tour

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.96 (91 reviews)
99.64%
0.36%
greatgreat tourexcellent guide
Viator
$80
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4-Hour Private Customized Shanghai City Tour
Summary

The itinerary of this half day private Shanghai city tour is 100% customized based on your interests. Whether you want to enjoy a city sightseeing to top attractions or would like to learn about a wide range of Shanghai history, culture, art and etc., your friendly guide will give your a wonderful s...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private transfer (only if Tour with Private Car Tour Option is selected)
  • Private professional guide
Exclusions
  • All Entrance fees
  • Transportation (if Tour Only Option is selected)
  • Personal expense
  • Food and drinks
  • Airport pickup and drop-off service
Itinerary
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • Yu Garden
  • Jade Buddha Temple
  • Former French Concession
  • Shanghai Tower
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please wear comfortable walking shoes, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, For the Pudong airport layover travelers, please meet up either at Maglev Train Longyang Rd Station ( You can easily take Maglev train from Pudong airport to Longyang Rd Station in 7 minutes ), Or Pudong airport with extra pick-up charges applied., If hotel is located at outskirt of Shanghai, please meet up either at Fairmont Peace Hotel ( the concierge area ) or your hotel with extra pick-up charges applied.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Shanghai Tower (Shanghai Zhongxin Dasha).

Shanghai World Financial Center (SWFC)
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Shanghai World Financial Center (SWFC)

250 m away • from $26

Shanghai History Museum (Shanghai Lishi Bowuguan)
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Shanghai History Museum (Shanghai Lishi Bowuguan)

850 m away • from $5

Shanghai Ocean Aquarium (SOA)
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Shanghai Ocean Aquarium (SOA)

850 m away • from $35

Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu Ta)
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Oriental Pearl Tower (Dongfang Mingzhu Ta)

900 m away • from $7

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Across the booking platforms we compare, most options fall between $121–$229, with a typical spread ranging from $39–$288. The median price is around $189. This variation reflects different tour formats, durations, and what's included, so it's worth comparing a few options to find the best fit for your budget and interests.

About 83% of the options we compare are private tours, which means you'll have a dedicated guide and a more personalized experience rather than joining a large group. This high share reflects strong traveller demand for flexibility and tailored itineraries at this iconic landmark. Private tours let you move at your own pace and ask questions without time pressure.

Yes. Most options (78%) offer free cancellation, so you can book with confidence and adjust your plans if needed. Additionally, 81% come with instant confirmation, meaning you'll get your booking details right away and can start planning the rest of your Shanghai itinerary immediately.

Tours generally run 4–10 hours, with a median duration of around 8 hours. The length depends on what's included (observation deck access, meals, guided walks through the surrounding area) and whether your tour combines the tower with other Shanghai attractions.

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.7 stars across 4,103 combined reviews across booking platforms. Travellers repeatedly praise tours as amazing, fantastic, and highly recommend them, often highlighting knowledgeable guides and fun experiences. About 96% of reviews are positive overall.

Yes. About 38% of the options we compare are tagged as eco-friendly, which is a notably high share. If sustainable travel matters to you, filtering for these tours can help you choose an option aligned with your values, though it's worth checking individual tour descriptions to see exactly what sustainability practices they follow.

Tours are available in 7 languages: English, Chinese, Spanish, German, French, Japanese, and Italian. This wide range makes it easy to find a guided experience in your preferred language, whether you're a solo traveller or part of a group with different language needs.

The Maglev train reaches Longyang Road Station in 8 minutes, then take Metro Line 2. Alternatively, use Metro Line 2 directly from the airport for a cheaper option that takes about 40 minutes.

Major hotels and restaurants accept cards, but many small vendors only accept mobile payments like Alipay or WeChat Pay. Download these apps before arriving for convenience.

Use the Metro Shanghai app for navigation. Buy a rechargeable transit card at stations or use mobile payment. Single journey tickets are also available at ticket counters.

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