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Explore Like a Local: French Concession Walking Tour
  • Ages 4+
  • Minimum of 2 per group
  • Max of 10 per group
  • Duration: 3h
  • Start time: Saturday/Sunday 10AM
  • Live guide:English
¥250.00 CNY ¥250.00 CNY
Tax included.
In stock
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This local journey takes you through diverse neighborhoods

- you'll be wandering through the narrow alleys of local neighborhoods

- to be surrounded by elegant villas and parks

- to explore iconic landmarks, like TianZiFang, as well as hidden gems off the beaten path

- our knowledgable guide will share fascinating history and local stories, offering a deeper understanding of life in China

- to relax in a cafe with a complimentary coffee or beverage

Fuxing Park & Sinan Mansions

  • Fuxing Park: Despite a century of wars and social changes, much of the park has been wonderfully preserved. Here, you can witness lively scenes of locals playing the saxophone, practicing Tai Chi, and performing with Chinese yo-yos
  • Sinan Mansions: Charming western-style villas scattered in lush green gardens. In the past, it was a residential neighborhood for social elites like top diplomats, lawyers, and generals
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Fuxing Lane & Ruijin Hotel

  • Fuxing Lane: Step into a quiet local alley. Locals still reside here. It's a beautiful glimpse of everyday life! You will learn about some fascinating stories of everyday life in China
  • Ruijin Hotel: this place was the former Morris Garden, named after a super-rich family back in the day. You will stroll through its beautiful grounds and hear how the family climbed up the social ladder
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Shaoxing Road & TianZiFang

  • Shaoxing Road: A quaint narrow street with tunnel of trees. It is also Shanghai's most "literary" street - it was home to more than half of the city's publishing houses, as well as local opera houses and bookstores
  • TianZiFang: A local neighborhood converted into an art district and boutique shops in recent decades. Now TianZiFang is a perfect combination of local residential neighborhood, shops and art crafts studio
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What our client say

As a history lover, this tour exceeded all expectations! Our guide brilliantly contrasted colonial mansions like Sinan Mansion with everyday life in Fuxing Lane. Sipping coffee while hearing about the Morris family's rise to power at Ruijin Hotel was unforgettable. The perfect blend of grand history and intimate local stories - highly recommend!

Eleanor

Eleanor

As a solo traveler, I felt completely safe and engaged. Watching elderly Shanghainese dance in Fuxing Park at dawn, then discovering independent bookstores on ‘Literary Road’ – this tour balanced iconic sights with local interactions.

Claire

Claire

Having studied China’s treaty ports for years, I still learned new details. The guide debunked myths about French Concession boundaries and shared rare anecdotes about 1920s residents. That moment when we stood where Du Yuesheng’s secret meetings happened? Chills. A masterclass in urban storytelling.

Margaret

Margaret