Escape Shanghai's futuristic streetscapes to waltz around the nostalgic Old Town area for a few hours. Join sprightly locals in group ballroom dancing or tai chi sessions in the park, try some old-school dumpling soup, pick through antiques, and watch a black and white film at an old movie house.
Explore the backstreets and nongtang of Old Shanghai.
Slurp on some soupy Shanghai snacks.
Explore a street market, church, and antique shop along restored Duolun Road.
Try out some traditional Tai Chi or ballroom dancing with locals in a Shanghai park.
Ride the expansive and efficient Shanghai metro.
Inclusion
Local English speaking guide; Transportation; Entrance to Lu Xun Former Residence and Lu Xun Park; Snack.
Exclusion
Food or Drinks other than indicated in itinerary; Items of a personal nature; Tips or gratuities for drivers or guides.
Hours of operation
Available: Daily (2014); Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday only (2014); Start time at 9:00am.
Duration
Approximately 3 - 4 hours.
Location
Meeting point: Nanjing hotel lobby, 200 Shanxi Road South (Direction: turn right from Exit 1 of Metro Line 2, walk to the first intersection [Shanxi Nanlu] then turn right, walk for about 50 meters and Nanjing Hotel is on your right [opposite to a convenience store]).
Finish point: Old Film Cafe, Duolun Road.
Itinerary
A short walk takes us to Lu Xun Park, which at any time of the day is a hub for meeting, walking, relaxing, and enjoying traditional pastimes. Join in one of the many ballroom dancing groups or test your Tai Chi skills with the locals.
Moving on, our Shanghai walking tour explores one of the city's nongtang districts, the old residential alleyways of the city. This style of housing blends Western and Chinese architecture, and is unique to Shanghai. As evidence of the city's internationally influenced past, it's a fascinating neighbourhood to visit. We'll also have the chance to see inside one building, with a visit to the former residence of Lu Xun - one of China's most beloved and prominent writers of the 20th century. We'll also wander through a typical street market to give you a true dose of local Shanghai culture.
From there, we'll stop off at a popular street café to sample some of Shanghai's famous xiaolong bao, or soup dumplings, before hitting up Duolun Road, where we'll see some magnificently restored mansions dating back to the early 1900s. Peek inside a little antique shop displaying all kinds of bric-a-brac from that time, from old advertising signs, to telephones and toys (unique Shanghai souvenir alert!). Further along the road we'll step inside the Hongde Tang Church, which was built in the style of a Chinese temple, but is a Christian church (which still has regular Christian services).
Our Shanghai Old Town tour concludes here on Duolun Road at the Old Film Café, where we can watch a screening of a black and white film from the golden age of Chinese cinema (such as 'Street Angel'). Your guide can help you plan the rest of your time in the city while you sit and sip a coffee or tea in the sumptuous 1930s style surroundings. The rest of the day is free to explore more of Shanghai's sights on your own.
Participant restrictions
Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Additional Information
We will be on our feet for a number of hours so please make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes.
During national holidays and on weekends sights in Shanghai can be extremely crowded. If you wish to avoid the busiest times we recommend visiting Shanghai outside of these periods or taking your Urban Adventure on a week day.
Itinerary
A short walk takes us to Lu Xun Park, which at any time of the day is a hub for meeting, walking, relaxing, and enjoying traditional pastimes. Join in one of the many ballroom dancing groups or test your Tai Chi skills with the locals.
Moving on, our Shanghai walking tour explores one of the city's nongtang districts, the old residential alleyways of the city. This style of housing blends Western and Chinese architecture, and is unique to Shanghai. As evidence of the city's internationally influenced past, it's a fascinating neighbourhood to visit. We'll also have the chance to see inside one building, with a visit to the former residence of Lu Xun - one of China's most beloved and prominent writers of the 20th century. We'll also wander through a typical street market to give you a true dose of local Shanghai culture.
From there, we'll stop off at a popular street café to sample some of Shanghai's famous xiaolong bao, or soup dumplings, before hitting up Duolun Road, where we'll see some magnificently restored mansions dating back to the early 1900s. Peek inside a little antique shop displaying all kinds of bric-a-brac from that time, from old advertising signs, to telephones and toys (unique Shanghai souvenir alert!). Further along the road we'll step inside the Hongde Tang Church, which was built in the style of a Chinese temple, but is a Christian church (which still has regular Christian services).
Our Shanghai Old Town tour concludes here on Duolun Road at the Old Film Café, where we can watch a screening of a black and white film from the golden age of Chinese cinema (such as 'Street Angel'). Your guide can help you plan the rest of your time in the city while you sit and sip a coffee or tea in the sumptuous 1930s style surroundings. The rest of the day is free to explore more of Shanghai's sights on your own.
Participant restrictions
Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Location
Meeting point: Nanjing hotel lobby, 200 Shanxi Road South (Direction: turn right from Exit 1 of Metro Line 2, walk to the first intersection [Shanxi Nanlu] then turn right, walk for about 50 meters and Nanjing Hotel is on your right [opposite to a convenience store]).
Finish point: Old Film Cafe, Duolun Road.
Itinerary
A short walk takes us to Lu Xun Park, which at any time of the day is a hub for meeting, walking, relaxing, and enjoying traditional pastimes. Join in one of the many ballroom dancing groups or test your Tai Chi skills with the locals.
Moving on, our Shanghai walking tour explores one of the city's nongtang districts, the old residential alleyways of the city. This style of housing blends Western and Chinese architecture, and is unique to Shanghai. As evidence of the city's internationally influenced past, it's a fascinating neighbourhood to visit. We'll also have the chance to see inside one building, with a visit to the former residence of Lu Xun - one of China's most beloved and prominent writers of the 20th century. We'll also wander through a typical street market to give you a true dose of local Shanghai culture.
From there, we'll stop off at a popular street café to sample some of Shanghai's famous xiaolong bao, or soup dumplings, before hitting up Duolun Road, where we'll see some magnificently restored mansions dating back to the early 1900s. Peek inside a little antique shop displaying all kinds of bric-a-brac from that time, from old advertising signs, to telephones and toys (unique Shanghai souvenir alert!). Further along the road we'll step inside the Hongde Tang Church, which was built in the style of a Chinese temple, but is a Christian church (which still has regular Christian services).
Our Shanghai Old Town tour concludes here on Duolun Road at the Old Film Café, where we can watch a screening of a black and white film from the golden age of Chinese cinema (such as 'Street Angel'). Your guide can help you plan the rest of your time in the city while you sit and sip a coffee or tea in the sumptuous 1930s style surroundings. The rest of the day is free to explore more of Shanghai's sights on your own.
Participant restrictions
Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Additional Information
We will be on our feet for a number of hours so please make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes.
During national holidays and on weekends sights in Shanghai can be extremely crowded. If you wish to avoid the busiest times we recommend visiting Shanghai outside of these periods or taking your Urban Adventure on a week day.
Policies
For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
Highlights / General details
Escape Shanghai's futuristic streetscapes to waltz around the nostalgic Old Town area for a few hours. Join sprightly locals in group ballroom dancing or tai chi sessions in the park, try some old-school dumpling soup, pick through antiques, and watch a black and white film at an old movie house. Explore the backstreets and nongtang of Old Shanghai. Slurp on some soupy Shanghai snacks. Explore a street market, church, and antique shop along restored Duolun Road. Try out some traditional Tai Chi or ballroom dancing with locals in a Shanghai park. Ride the expansive and efficient Shanghai metro.
Inclusion
Local English speaking guide; Transportation; Entrance to Lu Xun Former Residence and Lu Xun Park; Snack.
Exclusion
Food or Drinks other than indicated in itinerary; Items of a personal nature; Tips or gratuities for drivers or guides.
Hours of operation
Available: Daily (2014); Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday only (2014); Start time at 9:00am.
Duration
Approximately 3 - 4 hours.
Location Meeting point: Nanjing hotel lobby, 200 Shanxi Road South (Direction: turn right from Exit 1 of Metro Line 2, walk to the first intersection [Shanxi Nanlu] then turn right, walk for about 50 meters and Nanjing Hotel is on your right [opposite to a convenience store]). Finish point: Old Film Cafe, Duolun Road.
Itinerary A short walk takes us to Lu Xun Park, which at any time of the day is a hub for meeting, walking, relaxing, and enjoying traditional pastimes. Join in one of the many ballroom dancing groups or test your Tai Chi skills with the locals. Moving on, our Shanghai walking tour explores one of the city's nongtang districts, the old residential alleyways of the city. This style of housing blends Western and Chinese architecture, and is unique to Shanghai. As evidence of the city's internationally influenced past, it's a fascinating neighbourhood to visit. We'll also have the chance to see inside one building, with a visit to the former residence of Lu Xun - one of China's most beloved and prominent writers of the 20th century. We'll also wander through a typical street market to give you a true dose of local Shanghai culture. From there, we'll stop off at a popular street café to sample some of Shanghai's famous xiaolong bao, or soup dumplings, before hitting up Duolun Road, where we'll see some magnificently restored mansions dating back to the early 1900s. Peek inside a little antique shop displaying all kinds of bric-a-brac from that time, from old advertising signs, to telephones and toys (unique Shanghai souvenir alert!). Further along the road we'll step inside the Hongde Tang Church, which was built in the style of a Chinese temple, but is a Christian church (which still has regular Christian services). Our Shanghai Old Town tour concludes here on Duolun Road at the Old Film Café, where we can watch a screening of a black and white film from the golden age of Chinese cinema (such as 'Street Angel'). Your guide can help you plan the rest of your time in the city while you sit and sip a coffee or tea in the sumptuous 1930s style surroundings. The rest of the day is free to explore more of Shanghai's sights on your own.
Participant restrictions
Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Additional Information We will be on our feet for a number of hours so please make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes. During national holidays and on weekends sights in Shanghai can be extremely crowded. If you wish to avoid the busiest times we recommend visiting Shanghai outside of these periods or taking your Urban Adventure on a week day.
Itinerary
A short walk takes us to Lu Xun Park, which at any time of the day is a hub for meeting, walking, relaxing, and enjoying traditional pastimes. Join in one of the many ballroom dancing groups or test your Tai Chi skills with the locals. Moving on, our Shanghai walking tour explores one of the city's nongtang districts, the old residential alleyways of the city. This style of housing blends Western and Chinese architecture, and is unique to Shanghai. As evidence of the city's internationally influenced past, it's a fascinating neighbourhood to visit. We'll also have the chance to see inside one building, with a visit to the former residence of Lu Xun - one of China's most beloved and prominent writers of the 20th century. We'll also wander through a typical street market to give you a true dose of local Shanghai culture. From there, we'll stop off at a popular street café to sample some of Shanghai's famous xiaolong bao, or soup dumplings, before hitting up Duolun Road, where we'll see some magnificently restored mansions dating back to the early 1900s. Peek inside a little antique shop displaying all kinds of bric-a-brac from that time, from old advertising signs, to telephones and toys (unique Shanghai souvenir alert!). Further along the road we'll step inside the Hongde Tang Church, which was built in the style of a Chinese temple, but is a Christian church (which still has regular Christian services). Our Shanghai Old Town tour concludes here on Duolun Road at the Old Film Café, where we can watch a screening of a black and white film from the golden age of Chinese cinema (such as 'Street Angel'). Your guide can help you plan the rest of your time in the city while you sit and sip a coffee or tea in the sumptuous 1930s style surroundings. The rest of the day is free to explore more of Shanghai's sights on your own.
Participant restrictions Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Location
Meeting point: Nanjing hotel lobby, 200 Shanxi Road South (Direction: turn right from Exit 1 of Metro Line 2, walk to the first intersection [Shanxi Nanlu] then turn right, walk for about 50 meters and Nanjing Hotel is on your right [opposite to a convenience store]). Finish point: Old Film Cafe, Duolun Road.
Itinerary A short walk takes us to Lu Xun Park, which at any time of the day is a hub for meeting, walking, relaxing, and enjoying traditional pastimes. Join in one of the many ballroom dancing groups or test your Tai Chi skills with the locals. Moving on, our Shanghai walking tour explores one of the city's nongtang districts, the old residential alleyways of the city. This style of housing blends Western and Chinese architecture, and is unique to Shanghai. As evidence of the city's internationally influenced past, it's a fascinating neighbourhood to visit. We'll also have the chance to see inside one building, with a visit to the former residence of Lu Xun - one of China's most beloved and prominent writers of the 20th century. We'll also wander through a typical street market to give you a true dose of local Shanghai culture. From there, we'll stop off at a popular street café to sample some of Shanghai's famous xiaolong bao, or soup dumplings, before hitting up Duolun Road, where we'll see some magnificently restored mansions dating back to the early 1900s. Peek inside a little antique shop displaying all kinds of bric-a-brac from that time, from old advertising signs, to telephones and toys (unique Shanghai souvenir alert!). Further along the road we'll step inside the Hongde Tang Church, which was built in the style of a Chinese temple, but is a Christian church (which still has regular Christian services). Our Shanghai Old Town tour concludes here on Duolun Road at the Old Film Café, where we can watch a screening of a black and white film from the golden age of Chinese cinema (such as 'Street Angel'). Your guide can help you plan the rest of your time in the city while you sit and sip a coffee or tea in the sumptuous 1930s style surroundings. The rest of the day is free to explore more of Shanghai's sights on your own.
Participant restrictions Children must be 6 years of age to 11 years inclusively. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Additional Information We will be on our feet for a number of hours so please make sure you wear comfortable walking shoes. During national holidays and on weekends sights in Shanghai can be extremely crowded. If you wish to avoid the busiest times we recommend visiting Shanghai outside of these periods or taking your Urban Adventure on a week day.
Policies For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people. If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation
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