10 Walking Tours in Zhejiang That You Shouldn't Miss

May 23, 2021 Myesha Cogley

 Zhejiang (help·info), formerly romanized as Chekiang, is an eastern coastal province of China. Zhejiang is bordered by Jiangsu and Shanghai to the north, Anhui to the northwest, Jiangxi to the west, and Fujian to the south. To the east is the East China Sea, beyond which lie the Ryukyu Islands of Japan.
Restaurants in Zhejiang

1. Private Shanghai Street Breakfast Tour

Variarts Travel - Shanghai
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Want to know what Shanghai people really eat? What the real street food is? This tour takes you through the most popular snacks of Shanghai’s street food and introduce you to the morning atmosphere surrounding street food.

Inclusions: Local professional and friendly English-speaking guide, Taste four “king kongs” (si da jingang in Chinese), Hotel Pick Up

Exclusions: Hotel Drop Off, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By 11albertc

Engaged a taxi for whole day to bring us to Laoshan mountain sightseeing. Did a few stop-over to visit temples and tea tasting. Very relaxing if you have time to spare.

2. Small Group 2.5-Hour Walking Tour - Spots Hiding Behind the Shanghai Bund

169 Yuan Ming Yuan Lu, Wai Tan, Huangpu Qu, Shanghai Shi, China, 200436
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The very north end of the Bund - Wai Tan Yuan, is not always on travelers’ lists but it’s actually where modern age started in Shanghai. This tour will take you to the hidden spots behind the stunning Bund, where you will encounter local lives, culture and history. 3 hours, 8 hidden spots. We are guides but you are the explorer. During the walk, as local residents who were born and raised in Shanghai, we are happy to share how the history is impacting the way of our living nowadays; our view about Shanghai and China as a rapidly developing city and country; and how Chinese young generations are living their lives and what are the frustrations. If we are lucky, we can even go inside the buildings and see how people are still living like more than 100 years ago.

Inclusions: A cup of good coffee is included.

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3. Private Tour to Suzhou by Bullet Train, pickup from your hotel(Residence)

Bill's Fantastic Tour
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The winding canals, historical buildings, and classic gardens of Suzhou earned the city its nickname as the "Venice of the East." Tour Suzhou's must-see sites and hidden enclaves from Shanghai on this private 9-hour tour, which includes transportation on a bullet train, a customizable itinerary, lunch, entrance fees, and more. -Instant Confirmation -Private day trip from Shanghai to Suzhou -Great overview and orientation of the city -Perfect introduction for first-time visitor -Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences -Private guide for a more personalized experience -Travel by boat and see the sights from the water - Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

Inclusions: Lunch at local restaurant, with typical Suzhou-style food, Enjoy a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bullet Train Return Tickets, Professional guide, Admission to Garden, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By CarolDBeach

The tour was excellent, Bill went out of his way to accommodate us. We were at a hotel far from the city center in Shanghai. He picked us up on time and we were able to visit all the sights we wanted to see. If you want to visit Water town he is the best guide you’ll find in Shanghai. We can’t thank him enough for giving us our best day in China.

4. Private Walking Tour in the Former French Concession

Shanghai Melody
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The former French Concession is always the highlight of a visit to Shanghai. It also becomes the city's hottest and hippest neighborhood, where trendy bars and clubs multiply like mushrooms after a rainstorm. The area still holds something of the alluring mix of scrappy Shanghainese street life, shopworn European colonial charm, Art Deco edifices, hidden brick courtyards and film noir intrigue that have, along with the proud stone edifices of the bund and the twisting alleys of Shanghai's Old city, long defined Shanghai in the Western popular imagination. Shanghai's idiosyncratic push-pull between new and old, development and preservation, takes a special form in the French Concession, making it an absolutely unique urban experience.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Transportation to attraction, Excellent English-speaking guide, Entrance Tickets

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities, Hotel drop-off

Reviewed By Menepois

The tour was great. I learned a lot of interesting things about the Bund. Penny was great and friendly. She was also well informed.

5. Shanghai Local Food and Beer Tour

静安寺站3号口, China, Shanghai Shi, Jingan Qu, Jing An Si, 南京西路1618 Lost Plate Shanghai Food Tour
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This is Shanghai’s most authentic culinary experience! Join our local insiders and get off the beaten path to discover neighborhoods and restaurants you would never find on your own. We eat food from Shanghai, shoulder to shoulder with locals in hidden eateries and communities. Experience the best quality and flavors on this intimate walking tour with us! On this tour, we will discover small, family-run restaurants that prepare their food like they have for generations throughout the French Concession. The tour includes unlimited food & beer/drinks at 4 sit-down eateries plus a local brewery, and your English speaking local guide.

Inclusions: Unlimited food, beer and drinks, 4-5 food & drink stops, Local English-speaking guide, Small-group tour (less than 12 people), Alcoholic Beverages, Vegetarian Friendly

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Pam L

I had the opportunity to experience multiple tours with Lost Plate, Chengdu, Xi'an, Shanghai (breakfast and evening). Each and every tour was unique and enjoyable. In the year of 2020, living as an ex-pat in China and visiting different cities, Lost Plate can feel like a local taking you around and giving you plenty of advice along the way. Even in the city you might live in, it is worth the visit to unearth some local finds you may not have known about. The guides all speak English well and are helpful, friendly, and excited to show you their city. Separately, the owners have a lovely small business passion and story behind their business and they continue to offer unique, longer trips that are food and culture focused in China. They have a true passion for showing the amazing food of China.

6. Private Full-Day Tour: Incredible Shanghai Highlights

Jenny's Shanghai Tours
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If you have very limited time in Shanghai, and want to go home with a great understanding of Shanghai, its people, history and culture, then this private day tour is perfect for you! You will visit both the east and west sides of Shanghai and also discover Shanghai's fascinating mix of modern and classic character. The major attractions in this tour includes: Shanghai Tower, The Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, The Bund, Riverside Promenade (Binjiang Da Dao), Yu Yuan Garden, French Concession area and much more! Note that observation decks in Lujiazui area are optional so you can choose based on conditions.

Inclusions: Personal tour guide services, Guide will meet you at your centrally located hotel and return you to your hotel, Private car or metro/taxis (if option selected), Authentic dumpling lunch (if option selected), Entrance fees (if option selected) , Flexible start time (choose when booking)

Exclusions: Tips-recommended, Observation decks in Lujiazui area (allows you to choose based on conditions)

Reviewed By Abr24601

Thanks to Cassie and Jenny’s China Tours, I recently enjoyed a live virtual tour of the Leshan Buddha, one of the oldest Buddha statues in the world. Cassie made the experience come alive, and is an absolutely incredible tour guide. She is so kind, welcoming and knowledgeable! I felt like I was there in person. Cassie provided an excellent historical background (including the Buddha’s construction), and bravely climbed the steps to the top. She made the experience personal, pausing as she climbed the steps, giving me the opportunity to marvel at the Leshan Buddha from different perspectives, and answering all of my questions. I also enjoyed the pavilion and exquisite Buddhist temple behind the Leshan Buddha (including breathtaking Buddha statues). What an exceptional experience! I can’t wait to tour with Cassie and Jenny’s China Tours again.

7. Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai

Huangpi South Road Subway Station, Huang Pi Nan Lu Di Tie Zhan, Huai Hai Lu Dong Duan, Huangpu Qu, Shanghai Shi, China Shanghai Foodie
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Taste a dozen traditional Shanghainese dishes in 3 hours during this culinary tour of Yunnan Road, the old border between the former French Concession and Shanghai residential areas. Sample soup dumplings with black vinegar, parched chicken, steamed buns, scallion oil noodles, and much more. You'll see how immigration brought prosperity and a vast diversity of cultures to this fast-changing city. This tour offers multiple departure times throughout the day. This tour is currently running late night special tour session at 8:30PM. During this late night session, you will be able to see the night Shanghai, to taste of some craft beers or desert with some fresh hand-pulled beef noodles and lamb kabab.

Inclusions: Local guide, Food and drink tastings (enough for breakfast, lunch or dinner), Local beer or desert for late night session

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Esusannah

What a wonderful way to spend the morning walking and eating our way through the french concession - our guides were amazing and brought us on an incredible food journey that we wouldn't have found otherwise!

8. Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Night Food Tour

Jiangsu Road station, Jiang Su Lu, Jingan Qu, Shanghai Shi, China UnTour Shanghai Food Tours
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Get ready for Shanghai’s most delicious food tour! As the sun sets, you’ll get off the tourist trail and into family-run restaurants serving the most authentic regional cuisines the city has to offer. You’ll wash it all down with Chinese beers and spirits (or soft drinks), as you get to know more about Shanghai’s history and culture, one bite at a time. Explore just how diverse the cuisines of China can be with more than 15 tastings on this Shanghai evening food tour!

Inclusions: Professional guide, Samplings of food and drink during tour, Post-tour welcome packet with helpful restaurant recommendations, local travel tips & so much more to help make your stay in Shanghai easy & fun

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drink that is not included in tour itinerary, Gratuities

Reviewed By claire_lou881

What an amazing tour! Christina, our guide, was friendly and knowledgable. A real foodie, she guided us round some excellent food places. We had scallion pancakes, dumplings, noodles and more. Brilliant!

9. Shanghai Qibao Old Town Food Tour with Cricket Fighting Culture Experience

Shanghai Tour Facilitator - Harris Private Tour

Qibao, a mini version of water town of China, now features a bustling tourist old street teeming with variegated snacks. More than mere twenty years ago when the area was still rural, people immediately thought of crickets at the mention of Qibao, which was well known in the cricket fighting circle across China. This tour provides you an opportunity to grasp the authentic Qibao beyond time through its hallmarks, e.g. the food and the cricket fighting culture.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Snack meal (street foods), Public transportation, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Snacks

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Reviewed By neilbS830OM

Harris was so knowledgeable about the places we visited, great with the kids and speak fluent English. Throughout the trip, he managed to capture kid's attention and engaged with them. He took us to an authentic local eating place in Tongli water village, despite a fussy vegetarian husband and kids (popped their eyes when they saw escargot served), they loved their traditional pork knuckles so much that they asked for more rice. YES!! Overall, we had a great memorable trip. Thanks Harris! Highly recommended.

10. 3-Hour Nanjing Authentic Local Food Tour by Public Transportation

Amazing Jiangnan Trip

Spend a fun 3-hour to experience the Nanjing authentic local food with your friendly private guide in Confucian Temple Area and Laomendong. Taste famous pork bun, soup dumplings, rice noodle soup, salty duck, sticky rice sandwich, shaobin (Chinese biscuits), sesame ball, local desert and etc.. During this tour, you will also learn how to utilize local transportation like bus or subway to get around the city.

Inclusions: Private guide, Nanjing City Hotels pick up and drop off by public transportation, Food tour (up to 15 items), Snacks

Exclusions: Personal expense, Gratuities

Reviewed By EdMotion

They put together a special itinerary for me based on my interest in Zheng He maritime history as well as the transitions between the first and third Ming emperors. Fred is seriously knowledgeable as well as a polyglot - he catches various languages and cultures very easily. Overall one of the best tour teams I have come across.

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