The Former French Concession
In 1849, much of Shanghai was carved up and shared among the key colonial powers of Europe. Much of what is known today as the Xuhui and Huangpu districts went to the French. And while the concession era is widely regarded as an unfortunate blight on the city’s history, there’s no denying that France’s colonial legacy has made this one of the more atmospheric areas in town. Narrow, tree-lined streets and modernist architecture make it great for a casual stroll. It is home to several consulates -- Poland, The U.S. and France, to name a few – as well as some of the city’s trendiest bars, cafes and restaurants, all of which make it a popular area among the city’s young professional population.
Tours That Go to The Former French Concession
Shanghai city tour with highlights and off the beaten paths
Your friendly guide and driver will meet you in hotel lobby at your preferred pick up time, and then take a comfortable ride to start your day. You will start your tour from Shanghai Old Town, visit famous Yu Garden, and near by attractions. Your guide will also walk you thru the local neighborhood and the Bund area.
For your lunch or dinner time, a local dim sum restaurant is highly recommended for soup dumplings. If you are a food adventurous, and want to explore different options, follow your guide to 3 different food stops in the hidden alleyways. ...Read more
Your friendly guide and driver will meet you in hotel lobby at your preferred pick up time, and then take a comfortable ride to start your day. You will start your tour from Shanghai Old Town, visit famous Yu Garden, and near by attractions. Your guide will also walk you thru the local neighborhood and the Bund area.
For your lunch or dinner time, a local dim sum restaurant is highly recommended for soup dumplings. If you are a food adventurous, and want to explore different options, follow your guide to 3 different food stops in the hidden alleyways.
Continue your tour to Former French Concession area and stop by Tian Zi Fang Art Zone to see some interesting shops.
If you have been above places, and want to have different things to do this time, please feel free to discuss with your guide.
Some other attraction options:
- Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall (30RMB/ticket).
- Propaganda post museum ( 20 RMB/ ticket)
- Taosim Temple
- Confucius Temple
- Fuxing park
- Birds and flowers market
- M50 Art Zone
- Fabric market
After your tour is finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Former French Concession Walking Tour
Tour Highlights:
- XinTiandi (typical Shanghai stone-framed houses in 1930s)
- Fuxing Park (best preserved French-style park in China)
- Orthodox Church ("white" Russia presence in Shanghai)
- Former Residence of Sun Yat-sen (European-style garden house with display about Chinese revolutionary and political leader Sun Yat-sen)
- TianZiFang (newly emerging creative market renovated from lane factories and houses)
Inclusions:
- Guide pick up from your hotel lobby down town
- English-speaking tour guide
Exclusions:
...Read moreTour Highlights:
- XinTiandi (typical Shanghai stone-framed houses in 1930s)
- Fuxing Park (best preserved French-style park in China)
- Orthodox Church ("white" Russia presence in Shanghai)
- Former Residence of Sun Yat-sen (European-style garden house with display about Chinese revolutionary and political leader Sun Yat-sen)
- TianZiFang (newly emerging creative market renovated from lane factories and houses)
Inclusions:
- Guide pick up from your hotel lobby down town
- English-speaking tour guide
Exclusions:
- Entrance Ticket of Former Residence of Sun Yat-sen: 20 RMB
- Drinks or snacks
- Transportation from and back to your hotel
- For a group of more than 3 people, there is an extra tour fee at 150RMB per extra person.
Tour Guides for The Former French Concession
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