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Explore Xin Tian Di: Shanghai's Premier Cultural Hub

Immerse yourself in the soul of Shanghai at Xin Tian Di, where historic Shikumen architecture meets modern luxury. Wander through the charming streets of the Former French Concession, indulge in world-class food tours, and discover vibrant nightlife. Whether you are seeking a cultural walking tour, a private guided sightseeing experience, or an authentic taste of local cuisine, our curated Shanghai adventures offer something for every traveler. From stunning sunset views to historical landmarks, unlock the best of Xin Tian Di with flexible booking options and top-rated local expertise. Book your unforgettable Shanghai journey today!

4.76/5 avg ratingTours from $69.40160+ unique experiences86% free cancellation

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.76★ average

Based on 3,116 pooled reviews with ~85% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$119–$237 typical

Median price is $179, with a full range of $69–$308

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural City Tours

83% of options are cultural, 71% are city tours

Tour Length

Tour Length

3–10 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Best Value

Best Value

Food Tours

Averages 4.97★ at $151, which is at or below typical pricing

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

86% free cancellation

90% of tours also offer instant confirmation

153 Products

Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

3 hrsFree cancellation
4.96 (1,542 reviews)
98.3%
1.7%
delicious foodexcellenthighly recommended
Viator
$79
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Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai
Summary

Taste a dozen traditional Shanghainese dishes in 3 hours during this culinary tour of Huangpi Road, the old border between the former French Concession and Shanghai residential areas. Sample soup dumplings with black vinegar, parched chicken, steamed buns, scallion oil noodles, and much more. You'll...

Inclusions
  • Food and drink tastings (enough for breakfast, lunch or dinner)
  • Local guide
  • Local beer or desert for late night session
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Xintiandi
  • Former French Concession
  • People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
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, 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, Children under 3 are free of charge, 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, Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation Policy

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

Late Night Food Tour in the Shanghai's French Concession

Late Night Food Tour in the Shanghai's French Concession

3 hrsFree cancellation
4.96 (280 reviews)
96.66%
3.34%
excellentHighly recommendedGreat food
Viator
$89
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Late Night Food Tour in the Shanghai's French Concession
Summary

Start your 3-hour late night food adventure from the Xintiandi area to the backstreets of former French Concession at 8:30pm. Taste over 20 local delicacies along the Hefei Road to the Zhaozhou Road where you can only discover in the late night since Shanghai has been cracking down most of the stree...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Food and local craft beer tasting (enough for dinner)
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Xintiandi
  • Former French Concession
  • People’s Square
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, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, 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, Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation Policy

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

Shanghai Breakfast Walking Tour of Former French Concession

Shanghai Breakfast Walking Tour of Former French Concession

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (154 reviews)
97.81%
2.19%
Wonderfulyummyhighly recommend
Viator
$77
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Shanghai Breakfast Walking Tour of Former French Concession
Summary

Spend your morning by all your senses in the south part of Shanghai's former French Concession where you will try out over 15 local breakfast, such as pan-fried dumplings (sheng jian bao), soup dumplings (xiao long bao), scallion pancake, jianbing and more in some unique Mom and Pop small restaurant...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Local food and drink
  • Small group walking tour
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Xintiandi
  • Former French Concession
  • People's Square (Renmin Guang Chang)
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please wear comfortable walking shoes, Please meet your guide and group on time
Cancellation Policy

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

Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party

Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party

3 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (30 reviews)
100%
0%
interestingexcellent tourwell informed guide
Viator
$85
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Red Route Tour- Chinese Communist Party
Summary

Shanghai is the birthplace of Chinese Communist Party. This tour will allow you to travel along the roller coaster developing route of Communist Party from 1921 First Congress, through Long March; Civil War; Korean War; Great Leap Forward; Culture Revolution; Ping Pang Diplomacy; Birth Control to 19...

Inclusions
  • Your centrally located hotel pick up
  • Professional historian guide
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Hotel drop off
  • Admission ticket
Itinerary
  • Xintiandi
  • Birthplace of Chinese Communist Party
  • Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre
  • XinTianDi BeiLi
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, Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Cancellation Policy

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

Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights

Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.91 (169 reviews)
96.47%
3.53%
incredibleinteresting tourhighly recommended
Viator
$128
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Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights
Summary

In this private evening tour, you will have the chance to enjoy the amazing night lights of Shanghai City.  Besides visiting Old Shanghai Town, Xin Tian Di, Lujiazui commercial area and some 100 years old buildings in the city, you will also take the evening VIP Class cruise on the Hungpu River.

Inclusions
  • Private vehicle
  • VIP Class River Cruise Seat
  • Private hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private Driver/guide
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
  • Food and drinks
Itinerary
  • Yuyuan Old Street
  • Pudong New Area
  • Xintiandi
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy

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

Secret Noodle and Wonton in Shanghai Alleyways with Local Beer

Secret Noodle and Wonton in Shanghai Alleyways with Local Beer

3 hrsFree cancellation
5 (20 reviews)
93.68%
6.32%
excellent jobGreat foodrecommend
Viator
$79
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Secret Noodle and Wonton in Shanghai Alleyways with Local Beer
Summary

Shanghai people love eating noodle and wonton, and there are so much varieties in town. During this 3 hours food tour, you will explore former french concession areas and enjoy tasty noodle and wonton in 3 different local restaurants in the back alleys. Two of them are listed as Bib Gourmand restaur...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Local drinks and beer for afternoon and night tour as morning tour offers soy bean miik
  • Noodle and Wonton in 3 different local restaurant
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Huaihai Road Commercial Street
  • Changle Road
  • Former French Concession
  • Xintiandi
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please wear comfortable shoes, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, You will be offered soy bean milk instead of local beer for morning tour
Cancellation Policy

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

French Concession Multicultural Walking Tour

French Concession Multicultural Walking Tour

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (19 reviews)
Viator
$4$5
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French Concession Multicultural Walking Tour
Summary

Step into the heart of Shanghai's former French Concession, where every tree-lined avenue tells a story! This French Concession Free Walking Tour invites you to explore a captivating blend of European elegance and Shanghai charm, all while being kind to your wallet. Wander through tranquil gardens ...

Inclusions
  • English-speaking Tour Guide
  • Guided Shanghai City Tour
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
  • Guide tips and gratuities
Itinerary
  • Great World (Da Shi Jie)
  • Shanghai Concert Hall
  • Huaihai Road Commercial Street
  • Xintiandi
  • Fuxing Park
  • Sinan Mansions
  • Tianzifang
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, 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
Cancellation Policy

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

Afternoon Tea and Dessert Tour on the Huaihai Road in Shanghai

Afternoon Tea and Dessert Tour on the Huaihai Road in Shanghai

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (19 reviews)
97.87%
2.13%
fantasticChinese teasrecommend
Viator
$82
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Afternoon Tea and Dessert Tour on the Huaihai Road in Shanghai
Summary

Ever wonder what Chinese people have for afternoon tea? Is it like British style or what? Come and join this unique food tour to discover the secret of Chinese afternoon tea. Indulging yourself with various local traditional desserts and aromatic green or black tea. Walk around some of the best loca...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Afternoon tea/tea ceremony
  • Desserts
  • Food tour
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Huaihai Road Commercial Street
  • Xintiandi
  • Former French Concession
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, A maximum of 10 people per booking, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Age under 3 is free to join, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation Policy

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

shanghai tour one day city tour

shanghai tour one day city tour

8 hrsPrivate tour
5 (16 reviews)
100%
0%
excellentgreat tourfascinating
Viator
$168
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shanghai tour one day city tour
Summary

Why are our products expensive? Because it is of good quality and exclusive, we have arranged for you a professional local guide, a driver who does not need to navigate and a comfortable van, and a restaurant with local characteristics in Shanghai (refusing the team reception restaurant). It is not ...

Inclusions
  • local restaurant lunch(special requirement is accepted like vegetarian)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • yuyuan garden ticket (Yu garden ticket )
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • jade buddha temple ticket
Itinerary
  • The Bund
  • Shanghai Museum (Shanghai Bowuguan)
  • Yu Garden
  • Xintiandi
  • Jin Mao Tower
  • Jade Buddha Temple
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy

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

Biking Real Shanghai& Enjoy Local Food

Biking Real Shanghai& Enjoy Local Food

3 hrsFree cancellation
4.72 (144 reviews)
88.13%
11.87%
bikinggreathighly recommended
Viator
$88
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Biking Real Shanghai& Enjoy Local Food
Summary

We will begin in central Shanghai and works it way through the French Concession, Xintiandi, Taikang Road, Old Town and the Bund . We show travelers the best of Shanghai, sharing our unique connection to the city-preferably on two wheels, we also will stop and taste the local food& snacks.

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • Free Photos: We will supply photo Highlights of your experience.
  • Bike rental & helmet
  • Local food & Snacks
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • China Cycle Tours
  • Former French Concession
  • Xintiandi
  • Taikang Road
  • The Bund
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Children must be accompanied by an adult, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Across the booking platforms we compare, most options fall between $123 and $237, with a median of $183. The full range spans roughly $70 to $286, so there's flexibility whether you're looking for a shorter, focused experience or a longer, more comprehensive tour. Nearly all of these options (92%) offer free cancellation, which makes booking ahead low-risk.

The largest share of options we compare—86% (185 of the 215 listings)—are private tours. This reflects strong traveller demand for personalized experiences at Xin Tian Di, whether you're exploring the architecture, dining scene, or cultural heritage. Private tours typically offer more flexibility in pacing and focus, and most come with instant confirmation (92% of all options), so you can lock in your booking immediately.

Tours typically run 3 to 10 hours, with a median of around 8 hours. This range reflects the variety of experiences available, from shorter walking tours focused on the architecture and history to full-day experiences that include meals, shopping, or deeper cultural exploration. The duration you choose often depends on how much time you want to spend exploring the neighbourhood's galleries, restaurants, and design shops.

Among the options we compare, 43% are tagged as eco-friendly, reflecting a notable focus on sustainable tourism and responsible travel practices at this upscale destination. Family-friendly options are less common (4% of listings), so if you're travelling with children, it's worth checking the tour description carefully to ensure it suits your group's interests and pace.

Across more than 3,100 combined reviews on the platforms we compare, the average rating is 4.58 stars, and roughly 85% of reviews are positive. Reviewers most frequently use words like 'excellent', 'highly recommended', 'fantastic', and 'wonderful', with particular praise for the food and dining experiences. This strong consensus suggests that well-chosen tours deliver on the neighbourhood's reputation for style, culture, and culinary excellence.

Most options offer instant confirmation and free cancellation, so you have flexibility. However, only a small number of listings are flagged as likely to sell out, so advance booking isn't usually critical. That said, if you have a specific tour guide, time slot, or private experience in mind, booking a few days ahead is sensible to secure your preferred option.

Tours are available in 7 languages: English, Chinese, French, Spanish, Japanese, German, and Simplified Chinese. This wide range makes it easy to find a tour guide who speaks your language, whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning traveller looking to deepen your understanding of the neighbourhood's design and cultural significance.

Purchase a rechargeable Jiao card at any metro station. Download the Metro Shanghai app for real-time updates, route planning, and fare calculations in English.

Major cards work in malls and hotels, but small restaurants and shops prefer mobile payments like Alipay or WeChat Pay. Carry some cash for taxis and street vendors.

Visit neighborhood wet markets like Jing'an Temple Market early morning. Eat at small family-run restaurants in residential areas. Ask hotel staff for recommendations in local neighborhoods.

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