Shanghai Bund + Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street + Oriental Pearl Tower + Yu Garden + Tianzifang + Wukang Road + Xintiandi 3-day 2-night private tour

Day 01(Over) Shanghai → Dongfang Mingzhu (Oriental Pearl Tower) → Chenghuang Temple → Yuyuan Garden → Nanjing Road → Bund [Recommended: Purchase morning flights or bullet train tickets with 8-hour local transportation included (itinerary can be customized by the travel manager based on preferences!) First admission included] Accommodation in downtown.

Lunch

Adults: No meals included. Children: No meals included. Search for local specialties!

Dining time: approximately 30 minutes

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Attractions/venues

To: Oriental Pearl (includes admission)4.7/5

The Oriental Pearl Tower, a landmark in Shanghai’s Pudong Lujiazui district, overlooks the Bund across the river. For those who wish to savor exquisite cuisine while admiring the city’s night view from its 267-meter-high revolving restaurant, it offers an extraordinary experience.

Standing 468 meters tall, this architectural marvel features 11 interconnected spheres of varying sizes, inspired by the poetic imagery of “pearls of different size cascading onto a jade plate.” Visitors can ascend to three main spheres, each offering unique vantage points to admire the urban landscapes along the Huangpu River.

The most spectacular experience awaits on the 259-meter-high fully transparent observation deck, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Shanghai through an aerial stroll. At night, the observation deck transforms into a dazzling spectacle, allowing visitors to experience the city’s vibrant nightlife under the “city that never sleeps.

It also serves as a vibrant hub for entertainment, gourmet dining, cultural exhibitions, and shopping. The Shanghai Urban History Exhibition Hall on the tower’s base offers insights into the city’s modern historical evolution. The 95-meter ‘High-Altitude VR Roller Coaster’ delivers heart-pounding thrills with its exhilarating ride. After the ride, visitors can explore the revolving restaurant, where they can savor international cuisines while watching live cooking demonstrations. To conclude the journey, the themed souvenir floor provides a perfect spot to purchase mementos or postcards stamped with the ‘Air Post Office’ seal, ideal for sending to loved ones or as heartfelt gifts.

To: Shanghai Urban History and Development Exhibition Hall (includes admission ticket)

4.7/5

The Shanghai Urban History Development Exhibition Hall, located within the Oriental Pearl Tower, is an immersive exhibition showcasing the city’s modern historical transformations. The entire exhibition hall is designed around the theme of’ Tracing the Roots of Huating’.

The book is composed of seven parts: the source, the cityscape, the opening of the port, the ten-mile foreign market, the maritime pursuit, the architecture exposition, and the spring and autumn of the carriage and horse.

The Shanghai Urban History Development Exhibition Hall employs a scene-based display approach that seamlessly integrates artifacts, props, and models with high-tech elements, creating an innovative exhibition that combines history, culture, and aesthetic appreciation. Visiting this museum is like stepping back in time, experiencing a bygone era, and inviting visitors to explore Shanghai’s cultural legacy, admire its modern history, and savor its enduring heritage.

[Climb the Oriental Pearl Tower (263m Main Observation Deck)]: A national AAAAA-level scenic spot, the 468-meter-tall tower is Shanghai’s iconic landmark. The main observation deck at 263 meters offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the city, while the suspended walkway at 259 meters lets visitors experience the magical sensation of floating through the clouds.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours

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Attractions/venues

Go to: Chenghuang Temple tourist area (no ticket required)

4.7/5

The City God Temple Tourist Area, home to two iconic attractions—Yu Garden and Shanghai City God Temple—stands as a must-visit destination for first-time visitors to Shanghai. Here, you can immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant folk culture while savoring authentic Shanghai snacks and regional cuisine. At night, the ancient-style architecture transforms into a dazzling spectacle with its colorful lighting displays, creating a breathtaking visual experience.

The Chenghuang Temple Tourist Area, nestled in the historic eastern Huangpu District of Shanghai’s city center, is a sprawling destination blending scenic attractions, shopping, and dining. Beyond the two main paid attractions—Yu Garden and Shanghai Chenghuang Temple—open-air spots like Shanghai’s iconic Nine-Curve Bridge and Lake Heart Pavilion add to the charm. Don’t miss the local specialty, Nanxiang Xiaolongbao (steamed buns), and enjoy a leisurely meal at the Green Wave Corridor (Yu Garden branch), where you can savor authentic Shanghai cuisine while watching the bustling crowds below.

The Chenghuang Temple Tourist Area is a perennially bustling destination, as it also functions as a renowned commercial district. The area features several small commodity wholesale markets and comprehensive shopping malls, along with numerous gold shops, jewelry stores, and established restaurants. Visitors can also purchase a variety of local specialties from Shanghai here.

To: Yu Yuan (including first ticket)4.7/5

Yuyuan Garden, located in the northeastern part of Shanghai’s Yuyuan Tourism Commercial Zone, is adjacent to Shanghai City God Temple and Shanghai Yuyuan Tourism Mall. It is a renowned classical garden in the Jiangnan region and a famous historical site both domestically and internationally. In 1982, it was approved by the State Council as a “National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit.”

Yuyuan Garden, established during the Jiajing and Wanli reigns of the Ming Dynasty, boasts a history spanning over 450 years. Its founder, Pan Yunduan, served as the Sichuan Provincial Administration Commissioner. To ensure his father’s peaceful retirement, Pan began cultivating the garden in 1559 (the Jiwei year of the Jiajing era). He gathered stones, dug ponds, built pavilions, and planted bamboo in his family’s vegetable fields. After more than two decades of dedicated efforts, he successfully created the renowned Yuyuan Garden.

The character “Yu” conveys the meanings of “peace” and “prosperity”. The name “Yuyuan” signifies “enjoying the company of elderly relatives”. Initially constructed, Yuyuan Garden covered an area of over 70 mu (approximately 4.67 hectares), meticulously designed by the renowned Ming Dynasty garden architect Zhang Nanyang, who also personally participated in its construction. The entire garden exhibits grand scale and exquisite scenery.

The present Yu Garden covers an area of 2 hectares, with staggered pavilions, rugged rocks, and lush trees. It is renowned for its serene beauty and delicate transparency, showcasing the artistic style of Jiangnan garden architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties.

The Yu Garden still preserves the historical sites such as the “Cangshu Lou” (Library of Books), the birthplace of “Shanghai School of Painting and Calligraphy”, and the “Dianchuntang” (Spring Point Hall), the headquarters of the Shanghai Xiaodao Society Uprising. Throughout history, the Yu Garden has been praised by ancient scholars as “the most exquisite and beautiful in the southeast” and “the most renowned garden in the southeast”.

Yuyuan Garden, a rare cultural landmark in Shanghai, has been visited by numerous domestic and international dignitaries and celebrities.

Driving: Approximately 8 km / 20 minutes

Duration: Approximately 2 hours

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Attractions/venues

To: Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street (free of charge)4.7/5

Stretching about 1,200 meters, Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is lined with shops on both sides. The view blends modern architecture with European-style old buildings, while

endless storefront light boxes create a unique charm, especially at night when neon lights twinkle. Visitors can also ride a miniature tram called the ‘Dangdangche’ to relive the old

Shanghai atmosphere.

The pedestrian street starts from Xizang Middle Road (east of People’s Square) in the west and ends at Henan Middle Road in the east, with a dark red marble monument at each end. Walking along the pedestrian street, you can see creative urban sculptures, as well as unique streetlights, flower beds, and telephone booths. Looking down, you can see many manhole covers carved with different urban architectural patterns. There are also numerous benches in the middle of the street for tourists to sit on.

Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is one of Shanghai’s bustling commercial hubs. As an early 20th-century hub for department stores, it offers a rewarding shopping experience. Today, the area boasts both historic establishments like Yong’ an Department Store, Hualian Department Store, and Silk Department Store, and modern shopping complexes such as New World City, Bailian World Trade International Plaza, Shanghai Land Plaza, Hengji Celebrity Shopping Center, and Hongyi International Plaza (Nanjing East Road Branch). Here, you can find nearly any product imaginable.

Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is a foodie’s paradise, with shopping centers offering a variety of trendy restaurants and cafes from different brands, along with numerous eateries and grocery stores. Notable establishments include the Lao Kelle Restaurant specializing in authentic Shanghai cuisine, Dexing Restaurant, and Cuiting Restaurant, as well as the First Food Store and Shen Dacheng Dim Sum Shop.

To: The Bund (free admission)4.8/5

The Bund, located along the Huangpu River, stretches approximately 1.5 kilometers and stands as a symbol of Shanghai. Its essence lies in the diverse architectural ensemble of international styles and the breathtaking night views of the Huangpu River.

The Bund features dozens of classical revival buildings with distinct styles, including the renowned Bank of China Building, Shanghai Peace Hotel, Customs House, and HSBC Bank Building (Guojin Center Mall Branch), which recreate the former glory of the “Wall Street of the Far East.” Surprisingly, these buildings were not designed by the same architect or built in the same period, yet they share a unique harmony. The Bund showcases diverse architectural styles, including French classical, French grand residence, and Gothic, all of which are important historical landmarks and representative buildings of modern China, as well as a stunning landscape along the Huangpu River.

As night descends, the neon lights of both banks twinkle in harmony. Board a cruise or ferry along the Huangpu River, where the river breeze caresses your face. On one side stands the Bund, a witness to history’s evolution, while on the other lies Lujiazui, a modern landmark of Shanghai, and the graceful silhouette of the Waibaidu Bridge. This offers a fresh perspective to admire the vibrant beauty of this bustling metropolis.

Driving: Approximately 3 km / 20 minutes

Duration: Approximately 2 hours

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Supper

Adults: No meals included. Children: No meals included.

You can choose to enjoy Shanghai xiaolongbao or other local delicacies at the City God Temple at your own expense.

Shanghai Xiaolongbao: A Delicacy on the Tip of the Tongue Xiaolongbao (steamed buns) come in distinct flavors: Changzhou-style is fresh, Wuxi-style is sweet, and Shanghai-style is a mix of freshness and savory. The real star of Xiaolongbao nationwide is Nanxiang Xiaolongbao. As a quintessential Shanghai delicacy, the Nanxiang Mantou Shop in Chenghuang Temple has been a perennial crowd-pleaser, drawing crowds from all over the country even during the hottest days of summer. Why not join the queue and savor the authentic flavor of Nanxiang Xiaolongbao?

Dining time: approximately 1 hour

20:30

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Day 02

You Shanghai: Tianzifang ‘Shikumen’ → Xintiandi → Wukang Road [Includes 8-hour local transportation (the itinerary can be adjusted by the itinerary manager based on customer preferences!)] Stay in downtown Shanghai

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Breakfast

Adult: Child:

Breakfast availability depends on your selected room type. The breakfast quantity will be based on the room type you choose when placing your order. If breakfast is not included, please make your own breakfast

arrangements.

Dining time: approximately 1 hour

10:00

Attractions/venues

To: Tianzifang (free admission)4.5/5

Transformed from Shanghai’s only Shikumen architectural complex, Tianzifang has become a creative hub for artists and intellectuals. The area features retro eyeglass shops andvintage music boxes, alongside trendy Hong Kong fashion boutiques. For food lovers, it also boasts a variety of innovative restaurants serving up unique culinary experiences.

Wandering through the old alleyways, you’ll notice the tiger-shaped skylights on rooftops, the delicate red tiles arranged in rows, and the cracks and moss on the gable walls—all exuding the authentic charm of old Shanghai. Outside the open-air bars, foreigners speak in various languages, mingled with the crisp local Shanghai dialect. You might even stop to have a portrait painted by a street artist.

For art enthusiasts, a day at the studios of cultural icons is a must. The renowned Chen Yifei Studio, for instance, still preserves his personal artifacts—a must-visit for art students. Other highlights include Ren Weiyin Art Gallery, The Scent Library, Barcelona Art Center, and

Tianzifang Artists ‘Building. These cultural gems are worth exploring, and don’t forget to snap some photos to capture these precious memories.

When you’re tired from walking, you can find a cafe to sit down and enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, basking in the cool breeze from the alley. Of course, there are also some trendy and innovative restaurants here, like the Toilet Joy themed restaurant, where seats shaped like toilets, tables designed as washbasins, and dishes resembling “poop” delight curious customers.

As night falls, this spot becomes a trendy hangout for night owls. The open-air bar is packed with faces of all skin tones. Though not as bustling as Xintiandi, it exudes a fresh and elegant charm. To the rhythm of blues, one can slowly savor the night in Shanghai.

To: Tianzifang Shikumen (free admission)4.7/5

hikumen, a distinctive Shanghai-style residential architecture, is predominantly found in the old lane houses of the city. These structures extensively incorporate elements from Jiangnan-style dwellings, featuring stone door frames and solid black lacquered wooden doors, hence their name. The majority of Shikumen in Shanghai are concentrated in Huangpu and Jing’an districts.

The Shikumen in Lane 96 of Shaoxing Road stands as one of Shanghai’s best-preserved traditional stone gate houses. It’s a favorite filming location for movies and TV series set in old Shanghai. The residents here have seen it all, so they don’t mind people carrying cameras around the alleyways—they even seem calm and composed, as if the cultural essence of Shaoxing Road has become part of their very being.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours

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lunch

Adults: No meals included. Children:

No meals included. Explore local specialties!

Dining time: approximately 1 hour

16:00

Attractions/venues

To: Wukang Road (free admission)4.7/5

Wukang Road is located in Xuhui District, Shanghai, originally named Fukaisen Road, named after the American missionary John Fukaisen. Wukang Road connects the bustling Huaihai Middle Road and the quiet Huashan Road from north to south, and is a “China Historical and Cultural Famous Street” with 37 historical buildings. Among them, 14 are excellent historical buildings, making it a truly “Famous People Road”.

Strolling along this century-old road, one encounters lush ancient trees lining both sides, with scattered European-style buildings dotting the roadside. The iconic Wukang Building, designed by the renowned Hungarian architect Laszlo Hudec, stands as a landmark of Wukang Road.

Its red brick walls, corner balconies, and triangular classical pediment windows exude a distinct Renaissance French charm. The building’s silhouette resembles a giant ship poised to set sail, explaining its former nickname “Normandy Apartments.” It once housed film artists like Wu Yin, Zheng Junli, and Zhao Dan, and is now home to Kong Er, daughter of the late politician Kong Xiangxi.

Wukang Road is renowned for its row of celebrity residences. No.113, the former home of Ba Jin, a literary giant, is a tranquil and cozy place where he lived for the longest time in Shanghai. No.393 is the former residence of Huang Xing, a British-style country house with a garden. At No.1, Lane 40, stands Tang Shaoyi’s Spanish-style detached garden residence, exuding a grand and retro ch.a..r.m…

Beyond the celebrity residences, the area boasts other distinctive old villas. The SAIC Motor Company office at No.390 features a Mediterranean-style house with red roofs and white walls, setting it apart from the other historic villas. No.99 is Zheng Guanghe’s historic residence, an independent villa with a pointed roof that appears precious and mysterious against the backdrop of white high walls and green branches. This is where the film’ Lust, Caution’ was filmed.

A full day might be needed to explore Wukang Road’s rich history and modern charm, with numerous cafes and restaurants along the way. At No.376, Wukang Ting is surrounded by three historic villas. Among the floral displays, the popular Coffee Tree restaurant serves a satisfying vegetable panini with a rich coffee. At No.378, Farine Café exudes a rustic French countryside vibe, where their croissants are hailed as’ Shanghai’s most delicious.’

To: Wukang Building (free admission)4.7/5

Wukang Building, located at 1842-1858 Huaihai Middle Road in Shanghai’s Xuhui District, was constructed in 1924 and has been home to prominent figures in cultural and performing arts. Covering 1,580 square meters with a total floor area of 9,275 square meters, this eight-story reinforced concrete structure stands over 30 meters tall, showcasing French Renaissance architectural style. Due to its limited space, the ground floor features a pedestrian arcade design with inward-sloping storefront windows to create pedestrian walkways. The exterior walls on the first and second floors use cement-clad stone-like finishes, resembling the building’s foundation. From the third to seventh floors, the facade transitions to yellow-brown brick cladding, while the eighth floor maintains its cement-stone appearance, creating three distinct sections. The third and eighth floors incorporate continuous long balconies as a three-tiered waistline, enhancing spatial hierarchy. To address natural lighting, the north-facing facade includes two large inward-facing courtyards.

Driving: Approximately 4 km / 20 minutes

Duration: Approximately 2 hours

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supper

Adults: No meals included. Children: No meals included.

Recommended restaurant: FLUFFY.LFB Ice Cream (Wukang Road branch). Try ice cream and explore local specialties!

Dining time: approximately 1 hour

19:30

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You can change your hotel during checkout based on your needs, subject to the final reservation. Please select your preferred hotel, room type, and breakfast quantity when placing your order. Travel time: approximately 30 minutes.

Day 03

Shanghai Free Activities: Recommended: Shanghai Greenhouse Garden → Hotel → Airport/Metro Station → A Cozy Home [Today’s package includes airport/station transfers only, excluding attraction tickets]

08:00

Breakfast

Adult: Child:

Breakfast availability depends on your selected room type. The breakfast quantity will be based on the room type you choose when placing your order. If breakfast is not included, please make your own breakfast arrangements.

No group tours are scheduled today. If you return early, you can take a leisurely nap at the hotel and enjoy a delicious breakfast. After

breakfast, you can explore the city and visit the popular independent travel destinations recommended in our guide.

【 kindly reminder 】

Check out before 12 PM. You can leave your luggage at the front desk and enjoy free time!

Dining time: approximately 1 hour

10:00

Swing

Recommended: Shanghai

Greenhouse Garden Tour

Driving: Approximately 11 km (about 30 minutes)

Time of visit: about 2 hours

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Lunch

Adults: No meals included. Children: No meals included.

Search for local specialties!

Dining time: approximately 1 hour

12:00

Unobstructed

Based on your return travel time, we will arrange airport/station pickup service in advance (today’s vehicle service only includes airport/station pickup) to return to your warm home. Enjoy your pleasant travel!

【 kindly reminder 】

1、 If you need to arrive at the station half an hour early for the high-speed train or two hours early for the flight, please plan your return time accordingly to avoid delays.

2、 The above schedules are indicative. Depending on local traffic conditions, policies, and ticket availability, the tour guide may adjust

the departure time and itinerary without affecting the scheduled visit duration or attractions. We appreciate your understanding.

Driving: Approximately 50 km / Approximately 60 minutes

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If the airport or train station is not included in the free delivery, please arrange it yourself.

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If you select a hotel on the booking page, you will check in at the selected hotel on the specified date. For other hotels that cannot be selected, the travel agency will make the final arrangements.