Shanghai Private Tour:Former French Concession, Jewish Refugees Museum&Yu Garden
Experience the most fun-filled Shanghai construction and history tour. Give you a genuine experience of early 20th century construction built by Western countries. The Former French Concession, 1933 Old Millfun, Jewish Refugees Museum and Yuyuan Old Street can give you a joy of beauty as well as the stories behind the places. Along the way, enjoy an in-depth immersion into Chinese history courtesy of your private guide.
- Wander in the Bund and admire the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles
- Approach to appreciate the SHIKUMEN style old houses and the relaxing atmosphere of Xintiandi
- Transport around the city is provided, starting with a pick-up at your hotel
- Visit many of Shanghai’s landmarks and attractions on a convenient all-day tour
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Shanghai Private Tour:Former French Concession, Jewish Refugees Museum&Yu Garden
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What's included in Shanghai Private Tour:Former French Concession, Jewish Refugees Museum&Yu Garden
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Bund
Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel at 09:00 a.m.. Then, we will move to the Bund. The Bund is a famous waterfront on the west bank of Huangpu River and regarded as the symbol of Shanghai. Here, the charm of Shanghai as a bustling metropolis combining the century-old history and flourishing future is fully presented, making the Bund Shanghai a must-see attraction. We will see the 26 various buildings of different architectural styles at the Bund. Such as Peace Hotel, Shanghai Customs House and Shanghai Pudong Development Bank.
Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum
Secondly, your guide will take you to Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum which is a museum commemorating the Jewish refugees who lived in Shanghai during World War II after fleeing Europe to escape the Holocaust. The museum features documents, photographs, films and personal items documenting the lives of some of the more than 20,000 Jewish residents of the Restricted Sector for Stateless Refugees, better known as the Shanghai Ghetto, during the Japanese occupation of Shanghai. See important sites from that era including the Jewish Refugees Museum (formerly Ohel Moishe Synagogue), Huoshan Park and Xiahai Temple. Learn from your informative guide about the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, hear about modern day life in the historic neighborhood and meet local residents on this fascinating tour.
1933 Old Millfun
1933 Old Millfun, or 1933 Laochangfang in Chinese, or simply 1933, was originally a slaughterhouse, built in the year 1933 at the intersection of Hongkou Port and Shajing Port, not far from the Bund. Nowadays, it has been transformed into a cluster of creative art precincts and has become the center of Shanghai’s fashion, design, shopping and entertainment. Dramas and fashion shows are often given here. Then, we will see many scenic spots around people's square, such as the new Municipal Government Mansion, Shanghai Grand Theater. Have lunch nearby before moving on to the next stop.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Professional tour guide
- 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
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We pick up from hotels centrally located in Shanghai.
