Best Day Tours in Shanghai City & Day Trips from Shanghai
The historical architecture of the Bund at the sunset, a Shanghai Old City exploration through the Yu Garden, Town God Temple, Longtang & Shikumen, time-honored handicrafts and markets discovered at the Zhujiajiao Water Town -- the fantastic Shanghai will be revealed as you travel with Easy Tour China's day tours in Shanghai. Experience this dynamic, ever-changing destination teeming with traditions, secrets, and cutting-edge technology.
All itineraries have been perfectly planned to meet different interests, needs, and schedules. Explore Shanghai's charm your way with our private local guides who are knowledgeable and engaging.
Top 4 Shanghai Day Tours
Set off a captivating day trip in Shanghai, from the iconic the Bund and Yu Garden to the sacred Jade Buddha Temple and fascinating Shanghai Museum, with optional evening activities like Shanghai acrobatic show and luxury Huangpu River cruise. Don't hesitate to let us know your ideas and wishes about your one day tour in Shanghai, we can customize the trip accordingly with our local expertise.
Private Shanghai One Day Tour: Cultural Highlights
Highlights: Yu Garden, Yuyuan Bazaar, the Bund, East Nanjing Road, Former French Concession, Jade Buddha Temple
Duration: about 8 hours
Best of Shanghai Day Tour: Modern & Traditional Shanghai
Highlights: Yu Garden, People's square, Shanghai Museum, marriage market, Shanghai Tower (or Oriental Pearl Tower), the Bund
Duration: about 8 hours
Zhujiajiao Water Town Half-Day Tour from Shanghai
Highlights: Fangsheng Bridge, Qing Post Office, Kezhi Garden, North Street, with a hand-rowing boat trip
Duration: about 4 hours
Join-in Suzhou Day Tour from Shanghai
Highlights: Master of the Nets Garden, Grand Canal, Pan Gate, No.1 Silk Factory, Zhouzhuang Water Town
Duration: about 10 hours
Popular Multi-day Shanghai Tour Packages
To travel in Shanghai is a journey through history, from its ancient past and colonial history to futuristic modernity, which shift its cityscape, architecture, lifestyle and cuisine. Discover the essence of Shanghai beyond day trips, and allow yourself a 2- to 5-day holiday in Shanghai, with insider access.
4-day Shanghai Discovery Tour with Zhujiajiao
Follow your local guide, take public transport, such as maglev train, metro, and online car-hailing to visit shikumen house, old streets, colonial buildings...
3-day Shanghai Highlights Tour
Explore Shanghai's old and present, Eastern traditions and Western impact. Immerse yourself in the bund, Xintiandi, Yu garden, Shanghai maglev, dim sum...
5-day Shanghai Family Tour
This exhilarating Shanghai tour package cheer up parents and kids with Shanghai Disneyland, maglev train, Shanghai skyline, and interesting historic stories.
Tours from Shanghai to Nearby Cities
Depart from Shanghai, you are encouraged travel to the famous destinations in East China, such as Suzhou, Hangzhou, and Huangshan, with only a half-an-hour to 3-hour high-speed train journey. Be called into the nearby water towns from Shanghai, Suzhou classic gardens, the cultural & scenic West Lake, and incredibly beautiful Huangshan Mountain.
5-day Suzhou Tongli Tour from Shanghai
Experience the best highlights of Shanghai, then soak up the elegance of Shanghai while visiting the charming gardens in Suzhou and boating in Tongli Water Town.
4-day Hangzhou Tour from Shanghai
Discover the classical charm & modern splendor of China as you visit to Yu Garden, Shanghai Museum, West Lake, Hu Qingyu Pharmacy, etc.
5-day Huangshan Tour from Shanghai
An amazing journey from the cosmopolis to millennium Huizhou old towns at the foot of Mt. Huangshan. Witness the spectacle of culture and nature.
FAQs about Day Tours in/from Shanghai
What are the Most Popular Shanghai Day Tours?
Apart from the above listed classic day tours in Shanghai, there are also some other recommended itineraries. Don't hesitate to tell us if you are interested in one or some of them.
- Shanghai Disneyland One Day Tour
- Hangzhou West Lake & Lingyin Temple Day Tour from Shanghai
- Wuzhen or Xitang Ancient Town Day Tour from Shanghai
Who is a day trip in/from Shanghai suitable for?
- International travelers visiting China for the first time or staying in Shanghai for a short period of time
- Business Travelers with limited time in Shanghai
- Those interested in Chinese gardens, water towns, and tea culture.
What is the Best Way to Get around Shanghai for a Day Trip?
- Metro: For example, Metro Line 2 connects the Bund, Nanjing Road, Lujiazui and other major attractions.
- Ferry: The Huangpu River ferry runs from Jinling East Road to the Dongchang Road ferry terminal, offering views of both sides of the river.
- Sightseeing buses: you can get on and off as you go
- Private car: travel in Shanghai with Easy Tour China's private driver and car at you own pace.
A Private Day Tour or a Group Day Tour?
If you choose a group tour, the price is cheaper and it is suitable for tourists with limited budgets or solo travelers.
If you choose a private customized tour, the itinerary is flexible and there is a private guide, which is suitable for tourists seeking in-depth experiences or families/couples.
What Time Do Your Shanghai Day Tours Usually Start and End?
At Easy Tour China, we usually offer customized day tours. Normally your tour guide picks you up from your hotel at 8:30-9:00am and returns to your hotel around 18:00pm. The exact time depends on the itinerary and traffic conditions.