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3-day itinerary · Shanghai

3 Days in Shanghai: First-Time Highlights

This plan suits first-time visitors seeking a mix of Shanghai sightseeing, cultural experiences and outdoor exploration. Start with city stories and skyline views, then explore neighborhood heritage, try calligraphy and discover water-town scenery.

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Day 1: City stories and skyline views

Get oriented with a guided walk before seeing Shanghai from an observatory and an evening river cruise.

  1. Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated

    Morning

    Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated

    Walk with a guide and hear how Shanghai developed, building context for your first visit.

  2. Shanghai Tower: Top of Shanghai Observatory Deck Entry Ticket

    Afternoon

    Shanghai Tower: Top of Shanghai Observatory Deck Entry Ticket

    Take in the city from Shanghai Tower’s observatory for a different perspective on its modern skyline.

  3. Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights

    Evening

    Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights

    Cruise the Huangpu River and admire Shanghai’s illuminated skyline, rounding out your introduction with waterfront views.

Day 2: Neighborhood heritage and performing arts

Pair a neighborhood walk with hands-on calligraphy and an acrobatics performance for a culture-focused day.

  1. Private Walking Tour in the Former French Concession

    Morning

    Private Walking Tour in the Former French Concession

    Explore the former French Concession on foot with a guide, adding neighborhood detail to your overview of Shanghai.

  2. 2-Hour Chinese Calligraphy with an Artist in Shanghai, China

    Afternoon

    2-Hour Chinese Calligraphy with an Artist in Shanghai, China

    Practice Chinese calligraphy with an artist for a hands-on introduction to a traditional art form.

  3. Shanghai Circus World: ERA2 Intersection of Time Acrobatics Show

    Evening

    Shanghai Circus World: ERA2 Intersection of Time Acrobatics Show

    Watch the ERA2 acrobatics show at Shanghai Circus World, adding live performance to your cultural highlights.

Day 3: Water-town scenery and local flavors

Explore Zhujiajiao by land and boat, then discover food traditions through cooking and tasting.

  1. From Shanghai: Zhujiajiao Water Town Private Tour with Boat Ride

    Morning

    From Shanghai: Zhujiajiao Water Town Private Tour with Boat Ride

    Explore Zhujiajiao with a guide and take a boat ride, bringing water-town scenery into your first-visit itinerary.

  2. Private Cooking Class: Make Your Own Dim Sum In Shanghai

    Afternoon

    Private Cooking Class: Make Your Own Dim Sum In Shanghai

    Make dim sum in a private cooking class, connecting Chinese food traditions with hands-on learning.

  3. Small Group Shanghai After Dark Food Tour with 9 tastings

    Evening

    Small Group Shanghai After Dark Food Tour with 9 tastings

    Join an after-dark food tour and sample local flavors, finishing your visit with a taste-led exploration of Shanghai.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.