Experience Shanghai from the Top: SWFC Skyline Tours

Elevate your Shanghai travel experience at the iconic Shanghai World Financial Center (SWFC). Ascend one of the world's most breathtaking architectural marvels to witness unparalleled panoramic views of the Pudong skyline and the historic Bund. Whether you are booking a private guided tour, exploring urban architecture, or seeking a romantic sunset sightseeing experience, SWFC offers an unforgettable perspective of China's most vibrant metropolis. Discover top-rated city tours, immersive cultural adventures, and premium skyline experiences designed to make your visit to Shanghai truly extraordinary. Book your sky-high adventure today!

4.98/5 avg ratingFrom $83 per person31 unique experiences94% free cancellation

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.98★ average

Based on 572 pooled reviews with ~96% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$172–$255 typical

Median price is $229, with a full range of $83–$421

Tour Type

Tour Type

Mostly private tours

87% of the 31 available options are private

Tour Length

Tour Length

8 hours median

Typical duration ranges from 6.7 to 9.1 hours

Tour Theme

Tour Theme

Cultural & City Tours

74% focus on culture, 71% are city tours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

94% free cancellation

90% of options also offer instant confirmation

34 Products

Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights
$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.

Private Shanghai Airport Layover Tour with Flexible Highlights
$157
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Private Shanghai Airport Layover Tour with Flexible Highlights
Summary

If you are flying into shanghai and only have limited time to see the city, this private airport layover tour will be the best way to maximize your time and avail the opporunity to learn the local culture, history ,life and sites .You will be greeted by your private driver at the airport and meet yo...

Inclusions
  • Experienced driver with air-conditioned comfortable car
  • One way or two-way airport pick up and drop off( Please choose the related option)
  • Maglev ticket if the maglev train experienced booked
  • Great Local guide
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fee if applies
  • The tour is for upto 8-hour , more than 8-hour additional hour charge wil be applied
Itinerary
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • Yu Garden
  • Former French Concession
  • Shanghai World Financial Center
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
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, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please provide detailed flight details 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.

Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Flexible Private Tour
$170
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Zhujiajiao Water Town and Shanghai City Flexible Private Tour
Summary

Explore the remarkable “Oriental Venice” water town Zhujiajiao and the some historical highlights of Shanghai on this wonderful private day tour. You will spend about half day in Zhujiajiao and another half day in Shanghai city. Besides beautiful water town, you also have choices to visit The Bund, ...

Inclusions
  • Private driver with air-conditioned car
  • Hotel pick up and drop-offs in downtown area
  • Local amazing guide
  • Local tasty Lunch or Dinner (Only Tour with Lunch/ Dinner option is booked)
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks (if "Private Tour with Lunch or Dinner" option is NOT booked)
  • Yu garden ticket ( Yu garden close on every Mondays)
  • Gratuities
  • Pudong airport/Disneyland area outskirts pick up and drop off ( Can be arranged at surcharge)
  • Optional boat ride ( USD 30.00 per boat for 6 pax total)
Itinerary
  • Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
  • Yuyuan Old Street
  • Shanghai World Financial Center
  • The Bund
  • Jade Buddha Temple
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, 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.

1-Day Private Shanghai City Tour to See Its Past, Present and Future
9 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$229
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1-Day Private Shanghai City Tour to See Its Past, Present and Future
Summary

Shanghai is a huge international metropolis with a long history. This private full-day city tour is designed for people who are interested in Shanghai’s past, present and future. It starts with a visit to the galleries in the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall. Stroll through the lovely Yu Gard...

Inclusions
  • Air conditioned car with chauffeur
  • Centrally located hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Private English Speaking guide
  • Complimentary bottled water with unlimited supplies
Exclusions
  • Meals
Itinerary
  • Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall
  • Yu Garden
  • Yuyuan Old Street
  • The Bund
  • Shanghai World Financial Center
  • Tianzifang
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Pick-up from hotels within the Middle Ring Road of Shanghai. An additional transfer fee will be incurred if your hotel is outside the above mentioned area., Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
Cancellation Policy

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

Shanghai Tower Observatory Tickets
Summary

See Shanghai from one of the world's tallest skyscrapers with tickets to the Shanghai Tower Observation Deck. Take in sweeping skyline views from the 118th and 119th floors, then upgrade your visit with exclusive experiences including fast-track entry, immersive exhibitions, and the spectacular Damp...

Inclusions
  • - Entry to Shanghai Tower
  • - Access to 118th and 119th floors
  • - Access to Top of Shanghai Observation Deck
  • - Fast-track entry (as per option selected)
  • - 125th Floor art science exhibition (as per option selected)
  • - 126th Floor damper light show (as per option selected)
Exclusions
  • - Professional guided tours
An amazing private tour day in Shanghai
7 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
$359
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An amazing private tour day in Shanghai
Summary

Get to know Shanghai with your own guide on this full-day private tour. memorable encounters with local traditions. the tour is great for families with children,or even a single person, The tour is flexible, can be customized at your interests. After tour, send you back to your hotel in downtown.

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • public transportation
  • Entry/Admission - Yu Garden (Yuyuan)
  • Bottled water
  • Private tour with amazing guide
  • Port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • The Bund
  • Chenghuang Miao (Yuyuan Garden)
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
  • Former French Concession
  • Jade Buddha Temple
  • Tianzifang
  • Shanghai World Financial Center
Good to know
  • 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, 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.

Full-Day Shanghai Highlights Private Tour with Hotel Pickup
Summary

Visit highlights of Shanghai including the Shanghai Museum, Yu Garden, Yuyuan market, the bund and Huangpu River Cruise with this private day tour from Shanghai. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Shanghai hotel.

Inclusions
  • The private car & private guide
  • The entrance ticket
Itinerary
  • Shanghai
  • Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall
  • Yu Garden
  • Yuyuan Old Street
  • The Bund (Wai Tan)
  • Shanghai World Financial Center
  • Tianzifang
  • Shanghai
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Cancellation Policy

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

Private Tour with Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and Must-see attractions in Shanghai
Summary

Save time without compromising on experience on this door-to-door private guided tour that covers Zhujiajiao Ancient Town and Shanghai iconic attractions. Explore the ancient water town of Zhujiajiao by boat and foot and savor a local traditional food for lunch. Then, spend the afternoon discovering...

Inclusions
  • Knowledgeable tour guide
  • Entrance fee of the indicated attractions
Itinerary
  • Zhujiajiao Ancient Town
  • Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
  • Pudong New Area
  • Shanghai World Financial Center
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.

Private Tour: World Financial Center, the Bund, Yu Garden and Shanghai Museum
Summary

Take a Shanghai day tour to pack in the city's top sights in a convenient way. With an expert guide, travel the city like a local by public transportation, stopping at major attractions like Shanghai World Financial Center, the Bund, Yu Garden and Shanghai Museum. Plus, you will have a whole new exp...

Inclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Professional tour guide
  • Public transportation
Itinerary
  • Shanghai World Financial Center
  • Riverside Promenade (Bingjiang Da Dao)
  • The Bund
  • Yuyuan Old Street
  • Yu Garden
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
  • Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Private Tour of Shanghai with Hotel Pick Up
9 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$148
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Private Tour of Shanghai with Hotel Pick Up
Summary

This tour provides a great opportunity to explore must-see attractions of Shanghai, transmitting as a local. With an expert guide, you will learn about Shanghai 6000 years civilization, admire the city’s skyscrapers and experience the original Shanghai atmosphere. The itinerary includes People’s Squ...

Inclusions
  • Knowledgeable tour guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entrance fee of the indicated attractions
  • Public transportation
Itinerary
  • People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
  • Shanghai History Museum
  • Shanghai Grand Theater
  • Mu'en Church
  • Nanjing Lu (Nanjing Road)
  • Yuyuan Old Street
  • Pudong New Area
  • Shanghai World Financial Center
  • Riverside Promenade (Bingjiang Da Dao)
  • Tianzifang
  • Taikang Road
  • The Bund
  • The Bund City Sculptures
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.

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