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Citywalk to Discover Ancient and Modern Shanghai
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About
Yu Garden and Lujiazui create a vivid narrative of Shanghai’s evolution. By exploring both, travelers witness the city’s unique duality—a seamless blend of ancient traditions and audacious innovation, making it a destination where history and future coexist in breathtaking harmony.
This contrast is why Shanghai captivates: it’s a city where you can sip tea in a 400-year-old pavilion by morning and toast atop a cloud-piercing skyscraper by night.
As a local living and working in both areas for decades, I am passionate to show you real daily life in Shanghai and share knowledge to help you more easily understand modern China.
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in Mandarin & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in Mandarin & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide - walking tour
Downtown hotel pickup if needed (Tour guide can come to your hotel to start the tour)
Entrance fee for Yu Garden
Subway and ferry fares
Hotel pick up by car (can be booked via optional pricing)
Food and drink
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Yu Garden
Subway Line 14, Exit 7
Return
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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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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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Yu Garden and Lujiazui create a vivid narrative of Shanghai’s evolution. By exploring both, travelers witness the city’s unique duality—a seamless blend of ancient traditions and audacious innovation, making it a destination where history and future coexist in breathtaking harmony.
This contrast is why Shanghai captivates: it’s a city where you can sip tea in a 400-year-old pavilion by morning and toast atop a cloud-piercing skyscraper by night.
As a local living and working in both areas for decades, I am passionate to show you real daily life in Shanghai and share knowledge to help you more easily understand modern China.
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in Mandarin & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in Mandarin & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide - walking tour
Downtown hotel pickup if needed (Tour guide can come to your hotel to start the tour)
Entrance fee for Yu Garden
Subway and ferry fares
Hotel pick up by car (can be booked via optional pricing)
Food and drink
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Yu Garden
Subway Line 14, Exit 7
Return
Itinerary
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Yu Garden (Yuyuan)
Nestled in Shanghai’s bustling Old Town, Yu Garden (Yuyuan Garden) is a 400-year-old classical Chinese garden that embodies the elegance of Ming Dynasty design. Built between 1559 and 1577 by Pan Yunduan, a retired official, this UNESCO-listed treasure is a serene oasis of pavilions, koi ponds, and winding pathways, offering a glimpse into China’s rich cultural heritage.
Adjacent to Yu Garden, the vibrant Yuyuan Bazaar merges tradition with modernity:
Local Delicacies: Try nanxiang steamed buns (小笼包) at the century-old Nanxiang Bun Shop.
Souvenirs: Shop for silk, tea, and traditional handicrafts in Qing Dynasty-style buildings.
City God Temple (Chenghuang Miao): A Taoist temple nearby, buzzing during festivals like Lunar New Year.
3 hours
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Lujiazui
Lujiazui: A Modern Marvel
Nestled in the heart of Pudong, Lujiazui is Shanghai’s glittering skyline symbolizing China’s economic rise. Once farmland, it’s now a futuristic district of skyscrapers, luxury malls, and cultural landmarks, offering breathtaking views and vibrant urban energy.
Top Attractions
Oriental Pearl Tower (东方明珠塔)
Iconic 468-meter tower with pink spheres.
Shanghai Tower (上海中心大厦)
China’s tallest building (632 meters).
Shanghai World Financial Center (环球金融中心)
Known as the "Bottle Opener" for its unique design.
Jinmao Tower (金茂大厦)
Blend of modern and traditional Chinese architecture.
Binjiang Riverside Promenade (滨江大道)
Stroll along the Huangpu River for skyline views, especially magical at night.
