4-Hour Shanghai Former French Concession Walking Tour
- 4 hours
- Daily
- Private tour
Description
Overview
Explore the architectural treasures and vibrant culture of Shanghai's fashionable former French Concession on this private walking tour. Your expert guide will take you on a tour of a living 20th-century history museum, where you'll admire iconic Art Deco landmarks, explore restored Shikumen laneways, and step inside elegant colonial-era buildings. Highlights include the famous Wukang Building, Xuhui Old House Art Center, Wu Kaiting, Romeo Balcony, Columbia Circle, etc.
Highlights
- Enjoy a flexible and personalized private tour to explore Shanghai's stylish Former French Concession.
- Hear fascinating stories and learn in-depth Shanghai's culture from a knowledgeable guide.
- Optional morning or afternoon departure to best suit your schedule.
Itinerary
Meet your guide
The tour guide will WhatsApp you or call your hotel room the day before the trip starts. He/She will double confirm the meeting time and meeting point with you. Please leave your WhatsApp information when make the booking. You can WhatsApp me at +86-18807734970 in case you need to reach us.
Your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby on the tour day and start our tour.
Wukang Mansion
Originally named (I.S.S Normandy Apartments). It was designed by the famous architect Ladislaus HUDEC of Curry & Co. built in 1924. It firstly brings the concept of the exterior corridor to Shanghai.
Xuhui Old House Art Center
Visit this center to deepen your understanding of the area's architectural heritage through detailed models and exhibitions.
Romeo's Balcony
Walk along the Ferguson Lane, where is a hidden brick-and-stone courtyard complex and now houses chic boutiques and galleries. Then we will reach the Romeo's Balcony. Admire the charming and romantic Spanish-style balcony on a quiet lane, a favorite photo spot for its storybook appeal.
Columbia Circle
Explore this revitalized colonial-era compound, featuring the stunning Howard B. Swan Memorial Pool—a masterpiece of 1920s resort architecture.
Taikang Road
Conclude your walk by experiencing the creative pulse of the Tianzifang area, a labyrinth of traditional Shikumen houses transformed into a vibrant arts and crafts enclave.
Know Before You Book
What's Included
- Knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide and meet up at your hotel.
- Public transportation fee.
- Entrance tickets listed.
What's Excluded
- Food and drink.
- Gratuities.
- Personal expenses.
Additional Info
- Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel lobby, please leave your hotel information when booking.
- It's private tour just for your group.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 48 hours or less before event.
- Ours operate rain or shine. In periods of extreme or unsafe weather, we will discuss with you for alternative arrangements or cancel the tour at our discretion and provide a refund.
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