Full-Day Old Shanghai & Former French Concession Walking Tour
The Former French Concession Shanghai, totally different from what you have imagined about the modern and busy Shanghai, is quiet and filled with lots of European style villas and buildings from the early 20th century. It is a great place to escape from the bustling city and discover the unique charm and beauty of the city. This full-day trip will take you to walk into the heart of old Shanghai – Xujiahui. Let’s visit a respectable lady’s former residence, take a stroll along a famous historical road, explore a “Little White House” in Shanghai and experience the inner design of a beautiful and historical Catholic Church.
- Visit The Soong Ching-ling Memorial Residence
- Take a stroll along Wukang Road and enjoy the European-style buildings
- Explore Shanghai’s “Little White House” - Shanghai Museum of Arts and Crafts
- Experience the inner and exterior of the famous cathedral
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Full-Day Old Shanghai & Former French Concession Walking Tour
What's included in Full-Day Old Shanghai & Former French Concession Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Wukang Road
Your tour guide will be welcoming you at exit 7 of Jiaotong University Station at 09:00 a.m. Then, we will walk to Wukang Road and start the one-day indepth walking tour. Wukang Road is a famous historical and cultural road. On both sides of the road are plane trees and many European-style buildings built in the early 20th century, once inhabited by many celebrities. The Wukang Building, formerly known as the Normandie Apartments, is the landmark of Wukang Road. It boasts the first veranda style architecture in Shanghai.
Soong Ching-ling Memorial Residence
After taking a stroll along Wukang Road, we will walk to Soong Ching-ling Memorial Residence. The Soong Ching-ling Memorial Residence is where Soong Ching-ling, wife of Dr Sun Yatsen, lived for a long time, from 1948 to 1963. Its main building was built in 1920 and owned by a Greek shipping magnate who built the dwelling in the shape of a ship.
Former French Concession
After visiting the residence, we will walk along South Wulumiqi Road and enjoy the exterior of Consulate General of the United States in Shanghai & Former Site of Consulate of France.
Inclusions
- Public Transportation
- Admission to the indicated attractions
- Professional tour leader
- Lunch
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Your MoreFunAsia tour leader will meet you at Exit 7, Jiaotong University Station in Shanghai