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Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession
Product code 5586908P7
From
From USD 79.2
Dates
Available from Nov 3, 2025
Start times
3:00 PM, 9:30 AM, 1:00 PM
Travelers
Child ages 0-9, Youth ages 10-15, Adult ages 16-99
Options
Standard FFC
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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
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From
From USD 79.2
Art, History, Food Mini-Group Walk in Old & New French Concession
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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
This is a multi-sensory journey that explores Shanghai's 3 defining eras—Ancient, Modern Treaty Port, and Contemporary— via seamless blend of rich history and vibrant food culture. Your guide, a native Shanghainese, brings 30+ years of personal witness to the city’s transformation and 15 years of cross-cultural experience, serving as your living link between the past and present. Our Core Uniqueness: 1. Systematic, Tangible History: Chronologically explore Shanghai’s eras, with the rare chance to touch and feel genuine ancient artifacts in a local Antique Market. You don't just see history—you touch it. 2. Gourmet Storytelling: This is not a generic food crawl. Each curated tasting at a local eatery represents a different Shanghai’s era or influence, creating a delicious timeline of city evolution. 3. The "Living Museum" Route: We bypass crowded tourist streets to explore the authentic neighborhood. Discover hidden gems like old villas, alleyways, and markets.
Overview
This is a multi-sensory journey that explores Shanghai's 3 defining eras—Ancient, Modern Treaty Port, and Contemporary— via seamless blend of rich history and vibrant food culture. Your guide, a native Shanghainese, brings 30+ years of personal witness to the city’s transformation and 15 years of cross-cultural experience, serving as your living link between the past and present. Our Core Uniqueness: 1. Systematic, Tangible History: Chronologically explore Shanghai’s eras, with the rare chance to touch and feel genuine ancient artifacts in a local Antique Market. You don't just see history—you touch it. 2. Gourmet Storytelling: This is not a generic food crawl. Each curated tasting at a local eatery represents a different Shanghai’s era or influence, creating a delicious timeline of city evolution. 3. The "Living Museum" Route: We bypass crowded tourist streets to explore the authentic neighborhood. Discover hidden gems like old villas, alleyways, and markets.
What's Included
Included
Bottled water
Authentic Shanghainese Food, Drink & Dessert
Professional & Local English Tour Guide
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: "请到徐汇区大木桥路18号麦当劳" ( No. 18 Damuqiao Rd).
Itinerary
Stop 1
10 minutes
Stop 1
Your Guide will do self-introduction and background information intro for Former French Concession.
Stop 2
25 minutes
Stop 2
Step into a time capsule at this non-touristy antique market. Touch genuine Ming/Qing porcelain and coins—history feels real when you can hold it.
Stop 3
10 minutes
Stop 3
Shanghai District Court —— See the 200-year-old layout of the foreign concessions. This spot reveals how colonial power shaped old Shanghai’s streets.
Stop 4
15 minutes
Stop 4
Local Food Stop 1—— Watch a Shanghai master craft scallion pancakes. The sizzle and smell? Pure, living local tradition.
Stop 5
15 minutes
Stop 5
Historical Secret Garden Villa —— Wander a 100-year-old villa’s hidden garden. Discuss how tycoons and bankers built Shanghai’s economic empire here.
Stop 6
20 minutes
Stop 6
Local Food Stop 2 —— Taste Shanghai-style noodles and shengjian(pan-fried buns). See how food evolved with the city’s boom.
Stop 7
15 minutes
Stop 7
Local Alley Compound & Community Center—— Step into a 80-year-old alley compound. Learn how ordinary Shanghainese lived—and still live—in tight-knit neighborhoods.
Stop 8
10 minutes
Stop 8
Local Expat Community —— Visit a hub for Shanghai’s modern expats. See how global cultures mix with local life today.
Stop 9
15 minutes
Stop 9
Local Wet/Supermarket—— Explore a bustling wet market. Discover how Shanghainese shop, cook, and eat in everyday life now.
Stop 10
10 minutes
Stop 10
Secret Roof Top Viewpoint—— Climb to a hidden rooftop. Get a bird’s-eye view of the French Concession’s tree-lined charm.
Stop 11
20 minutes
Stop 11
Local Food Stop 3 —— End with sweet treats. Taste Shanghai’s diverse culinary DNA.
Stop 12
15 minutes
Stop 12
Stroll Xiangyang Park and its trendy streets. See how old Shanghai meets new—parks, cafes, and malls collide.
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.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
8 reviews
Collected by Tripadvisor
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