Shanghai History

Learn about Shanghai's extraordinary Jewish heritage and experience on this half-day tour led by a Jewish history expert. The tour will take you to various sites of significance to Shanghai's Jewish community and will provide a comprehensive historical tale spanning 3 waves of Jewish immigration to Shanghai. Led by a historical Jewish expert residing in Shanghai, the tour is a mesmerizing journey into an amazing sweet and sour world where opium dealers, old world colonialists, real estate moguls, hard working poor Chinese migrants and Jewish holocaust survivors all mix. Join this tour for an interactive look at Jewish culture and history in Shanghai.

Tickets to the Shanghai Natural History Museum are always in high demand, especially during peak travel seasons. By booking with us for a small service charge, we can secure your ticket availability and ensure a smooth trip for you.

Want to do something different during your visit in Shanghai? If you love to learn some modern Chinese history, this 3-hour walking tour fits you well. During this tour, you will visit Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Center and Former Residence of Soong Ching Ling. During the tour, you will also enjoy a bowl of wonton soup to taste the local flavor.

Discovery the hidden arts and history of Shanghai from M50, the old factory park to Shanghai Propaganda Poster Art Centre, the private museum located in the former French concession. Be surrounded by the artistic atmosphere in the neighboring streets of Tianzifang and Shikumen area to explore the combination of creative productions and trendy designs. It's a great way to appreciate the art technique at personal level plus to learn the remarkable modern art history of China.

Capture the magic of Shanghai by night on this exclusive private tour. Visit the observation of the Asia tallest building, the 2,073-foot (632-meter) Shanghai Tower for the spectacular views across Shanghai's iconic skyline during the sunset and evening. Enjoy the amazing lights along the Huangpu River and take in the fascinating night view when it’s lit up at night. Different tour packages meet different preferences.

Experience Shanghai’s unique blend of history, culture, and modernity in a private, hassle-free tour with an experienced driver-guide. This 8-hour private car tour takes you to five of the city's most iconic attractions: Xintiandi, Yu Garden, The Bund, Tianzifang, and Lujiazui. Travel in comfort with hotel pickup and drop-off, and enjoy an authentic local lunch at Yu Garden.

Our tour guide has rich knowledge, can introduce the history of Shanghai very well, is very familiar with various scenic spots in Shanghai, can help you make the most reasonable travel plan, the itinerary is not fixed, still can make corresponding modifications according to the needs of customers, to meet the different needs of customers, the tour guide has strong affinity, can serve customers very well, our reservation only needs 30 minutes in advance, it's very convenient. At the same time, it provides 24-hour customer support service, we will leave you a happy impression for your China trip.

Among the metropolis , you could just spend more than one day to experience the history , culture and sightseeing. After city tour , it's time to taste some local dim sum and dumplings Meanwhile ，let's explore her busy avenues, or stroll her quiet ,tree-lined streets. Get to try her stunning taste and immerse into local lifestyle. Shanghainese snacks are served such as Nanxiang steamed stuffed buns, glutinous rice-flour dumpling, fried new-year cake with pork rib, fried meat dumpling and so on.

Taste Shanghai contains two meanings: first one is to taste the delicious Shanghai cuisine, and the second one is to overlook the entire city view of Shanghai. This 5-hour private tour is customized just for your party, which you can eat and see in this amazing city in your limited time. You will visit Shanghai Tower (the tallest building in China), Yuyuan bazaar and take the Huangpu River cruise. Besides sightseeing, you will enjoy a tasty lunch or dinner(depends on you choosing on the morning 10am or afternoon 2pm departure time) in Shanghai style.

This tour provides a great opportunity to explore must-see attractions of Shanghai, transmitting as a local. With an expert guide, you will learn about Shanghai 6000 years civilization, admire the city’s skyscrapers and experience the original Shanghai atmosphere. The itinerary includes People’s Square, Shanghai History Museum, Mu'en Church, Nanjing Road, Shanghai Old Street, Shanghai World Financial Center, Tianzifang and the Bund. 1. Walk around People's Square and admire a variety of significant edifices 2. Enjoy the panoramic views of Shanghai from World Financial Center with transparent glass-walled walkways 3. See the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles and skyscrapers along the Bund 4. Enjoy a traditional Chinese dim sum – Xiaolongbao lunch 5. Experience Shanghai like a local by public transportation(Bus/Metro/Taxi)

We offer more than just city walks—we provide a profound exploration into the heart and soul of the city. Each guide brings their own unique flair, turning every stroll into a distinctive narrative. We steer clear of the usual tourist routes, guiding you through the city’s rich history, deep cultural roots, and dynamic modernity. Come experience the city's timeless charm and dynamic spirit!

Few cities in the world evoke so much history, excess, glamour, mystique and exotic promise in name alone. This tour is well organized to take you visit from the architectural landmarks lining the Bund and the rickety charm of the Old Town to the leafy backstreets of the former French Concession, as Shanghai is just a city that begs for wandering. You may love that can slurp a bowl of hang-pulled noodles or bite into soupy steamed bun for next to nothing.

You can't fully appreciate Shanghai without exploring its colonial past. This unique tour explores the colonial history of Shanghai from the 1800's to today. You'll see where the English, French and Americans set up special concession areas and their changes through the Sino-Japanese and World World II, an on to today's transformation into the fabric of modern Shanghai. This tour includes an authentic local lunch and hotel pickup and dropoff for an easy and enjoyable day.

Explore Shanghai by night with a private guide, admire the stunning night views from the top of Shanghai Tower, marvel at Shanghai’s sparkling skylines on bund , stroll around the colorful old market at Yuyuan bazaar. Flexible evening departure time based on your own travel schedule.

Take a tour through Shanghai with a colonial gangster and learn about the crime lords who once ruled the city like kings. From “Big Eared” Du with his lucky monkey heads to “Pockmarked” Huang and his police car drug distribution, Newman Tours lets you get to know some of the early 20th century’s most powerful gangsters, and find out why you wouldn’t want to cross them.

Get to know Shanghai with your own guide on this full-day private tour. Walk through People’s Square and visit Shanghai History Museum; enjoy yourselves at Shanghai Great World; explore local Bird And Flower Market, Former French Concession area and other buzzing, locals-frequented areas; stroll around Yuan Old Street, enjoying charming night scenery and experiencing the street life. Plus, have a whole new experience – enjoying a cup of coffee and admiring bird’s-eye views of Shanghai and sunset from the observation deck of Shanghai Tower 1. Approach to appreciate the SHIKUMEN style old houses and the relaxing atmosphere of Xintiandi 2. Have a distinct contrast of the western-style architectures built in early 20th century and modern ones built since 1990s 3. Flexible itinerary with personalized attention from a private guide 4. Experience Shanghai like a local by public transportation(Bus/Metro/Taxi)

Unwind yourself by taking on this 4-hour (5:00PM – 9:00PM) tour to thoroughly enjoy Shanghai's charm from late afternoon through evening. Through a local guide who can share more than conventional tour narratives, you can learn smaller-than-news facts and feelings. This tour is all-inclusive and entirely attended to from pickup to drop-off at your place.

This tour provides a great opportunity to explore must-see attractions and local markets. With a private guide, you will learn about Shanghai 6000 years civilization, admire the city’s skyscrapers and experience the original Shanghai atmosphere. The itinerary includes People’s Square, Shanghai History Museum, Mu'en Church, Nanjing Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum, Huoshan Park, Former French Concession area, Tianzifang and a local wet market. According to your preference, your guide will recommend some delicious local foods to eat. 1. Walk around People's Square and admire a variety of significant edifices 2. Enjoy the panoramic views of Shanghai from Shanghai Tower 3. Learn about the history and life of the Jewish community in Shanghai. 4. Admire the western-style architectures around Former French Concession area 5. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off

At the beginning of World War II, about 30,000 Jewish refugees fled from Europe to Shanghai. Calling themselves “Shanghailanders”, most settled in the Hongkou District where the local residents kindly offered food and medicine for these displaced people. The Jewish community thrived in the Hongkou. Bakeries, stores, cafes, synagogues, schools, clinics, cemeteries, and even a Jewish newspaper all flourished there.

Lots of sweat, howls of spicy pleasure and tasty treats are some of the things you'll experience when you dine on China's spicy foods.China has numerous regional cuisines but the spiciest dishes are from Sichuan, Hunan, Chongqing, Guizhou and Yunnan. Food is always the quickest way to get acquainted with a culture, but the food here takes on its very own distinct flavor that can’t be found anywhere else. Small group – makes it more personalized . generous portion – make sure you are full. To make sure you have the best eating experience, we select the best restaurants that I go myself often and DO NOT accept any commissions or kickbacks.