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    China's 1st Dog-Themed Walk: Uncovering Shanghai History & Food

    By Max & Mini Shanghai Cultural ToursProduct code 5586908P8
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    Duration

    3 hours 30 minutes

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Shanghai

    Why Travelers Love This

    3 hours 30 minutesMobile tickets

    Overview

    You don’t need a dog to fall in love with this walk. Discover Shanghai’s soul through the eyes of its dogs on a 3.5‑hour original journey into the city’s hidden layers. Your guide, a Shanghainese native with 30+ years witnessing the city’s change, frames its stories through a surprising, canine‑inspired lens. Authentic local foods are woven throughout, making it a rich experience for curious explorers and dog lovers alike. Our Core Uniqueness: 1. China’s Only Dog‑Centered Narrative – An original concept, researched and untold elsewhere. 2. A Century of Human‑Canine Bonds – Trace how dogs' roles switched & mirrored the city’s own evolution. 3. Hidden Gems – Step into quiet lanes and century‑old buildings where famous residents and their pets come alive. 4. A Tasteful & Immersive Walk for All – Enjoy pet‑friendly stops where dogs can socialize, while everyone tastes authentic local food, listens to forgotten histories, and connects through shared stories.

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Local Shanghainese / National Certified English Guide

    Food and drink

    Authentic Shanghainese Food, Drink & Desert

    Not included

    No exclusions listed.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    Meet at: McDonald’s entrance, 玖时活力中心 (Ground floor, No. 18 Damuqiao Rd). Metro: Line 9/12 to Jiashan Station, Exit 4 (turn left). Taxi: Show this Chinese address: "大木桥路18号-麦当劳" ( No. 18 Damuqiao Rd).

    End point

    Metro Station: South Shananxi Road. (Line 1/10/12)

    Itinerary

    Standard3 hours 30 minutes
    1

    Stop 1

    30 minutes

    Meet your guide and listen to his background introduction regarding today's tour and this area.

    2

    Stop 2

    30 minutes

    Explore hidden gems like 100-year-old French Villas scattered in this part of Former French Concession and listen to the stories of dogs in Old Shanghai.

    3

    Stop 3

    30 minutes

    Explore secret spots in the Old French Quarter: forgotten courtyards, tucked-away lanes, and pet-friendly hideaways with stories to tell.

    4

    Stop 4

    30 minutes

    Enjoy some authentic Shanghainese style food and drink hidden in small alleys of former French Concession.

    5

    Stop 5

    30 minutes

    Visiting traditional Shanghainese style architecture compound, talking to local residents and listen to their stories about dogs.

    6

    Stop 6

    30 minutes

    Encounter local dogs' social neighborhood, pat dogs and talk with their owners about how important roles dogs are playing today.

    Additional Info

    Wheelchair Accessible

    Wheelchair accessible

    Stroller Accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Pets Welcome

    Service animals allowed

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infants Must Sit On Laps

    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Infant Seats Available

    Specialized infant seats are available

    Transportation Wheelchair Accessible

    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

    Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible

    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

    No Heart Problems

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    Physical Easy

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation Policy

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

    Policy type

    Standard

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

    Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

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