China · NIGHTLIFE
The shortlist you would send a friend: 11 nightlife experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you pay.
Review of Shanghai’s $23 pub crawl, with three bars, a club, free shots, local guides, photos, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“It was a fun night together with lots of international people and our pub guide Tony. You get a glimpse into hidden bars of Shanghai where either locals but also expats hang out for a drink or partying.”
Ride Shanghai after dark, see both sides of the Huangpu River, taste local snacks, and explore The Bund, Yu Garden, Xintiandi, and Jing’an.
“It was great to see the Japanese, British and French influences on the city of Shanghai by being taken into each section as well as all main sights. Mayfer was very knowledgeable, took fantastic photos of us and made sure we were safe throughout the entire ride. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour and recommend doing it when first arriving in Shanghai so that you know where to visit for the remainder of your trip.”
Explore Shanghai’s former French Concession with Jill on a three-hour small-group bar crawl featuring local drinks, snacks, and lively conversation.
“Jill was very helpful and open for all hints. She is so friendly and clever, you will have very good time for conversation and hopping tour. Very recommend”
Review of Hong Kong’s Lan Kwai Fong pub crawl, including drink deals, club entry, costs, crowds, dress code, and who will enjoy it most.
“People were friendly and made an effort to chat in the meet up bar. It was difficult to speak to everybody a few bars in as the bars are small and people had grouped off by this point. But overall was a good night and would do it again.”
Enjoy Shanghainese dinner, a Huangpu River night cruise, private hotel transfers, and an optional rooftop drink in one easy evening tour.
“We had a great experience with both organising the tour with Sunny and with Kalvin our guide. He was very friendly and knowlegable, we had a nice meal and learnt all about Shanghai and its people. The views on the cruise are amazing and the drink at the bar overlooking the river was a perfect end to the night. Would highly reccomend this tour!”
Explore Shanghai after dark by vintage bicycle, from old-town lanes and the Bund to French Concession streets and local food stops.
“Mei was our very enthusiastic guide, and her English was excellent. She was very informative and a good shepherd through the heart of the city. She's got some hookups so we got to ride in some usually-inaccessible places, which was Read more”
Review of Shanghai’s private nightlife tour, with French Concession bars, Bund views, club entry, drinks, guides, value, and practical tips.
“Had an absolute fantastic time with Jim on this experience! He showed me some cool bars and really tailored the evening to things I wanted to do. For my first time in Asia without speaking the language, it was worth every penny!”
Review of Beijing’s private three-hour cocktail night with local guide Yue, tarot, herbal drinks, venue choices, price, and practical tips.
“Great option for travelers to Beijing who want a behind the scenes experience with a knowledgeable local who speaks perfect English. Yue is a charismatic female entrepreneur and a great conversationalist. She will take you off the beaten Read more”
Explore Chengdu nightlife with a local friend, from Yulin’s market to themed bars, cocktails, culture, and flexible evening plans.
“I had an excellent time, Joanne is very calm and knowledgeable, it’s a unique way to experience spots you wouldn’t unless you knew someone local, highly recommended!”
Explore Shanghai’s Old Town, French Concession, local dishes, craft beer, and rooftop views on this private evening food tour.
“Jade was a very lovely and well-educated who took us to very different places. First stop was a well-known Sichuan style restaurant only some metres from Nanjing East Road, after that we headed to former French Concession and starteRead more”
See Guangzhou after dark from Canton Tower, then enjoy Pearl River bars with a private guide, transport, and flexible local help.
“It wasn’t possible to go to the tower due the weather. Our guide, Josephine, quickly came up with alternatives and we ended up doing the river cruise. Afterward she stayed with us as we went bar hopping and ensured we were safe at our hotel. Highly recommend this tour - ask to get Josephine she’s a local and load of fun to be around.”
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