China · SHOPPING TRIPS IN SHANGHAI
The shortlist you would send a friend: 8 shopping trips in Shanghai worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you pay.
Review of a private Shanghai day tour covering Zhujiajiao, Yu Garden, Yuyuan Bazaar, and the Bund, with practical tips on price and timing.
“The Bund is very very beautifull place! Shure! We recommend!!!!”
Compare Shanghai markets, tailoring, pearls, souvenirs, and knock-offs with a private guide who helps you shop smarter.
“We had a great time shopping with Sunny. She took us to several places for jewelry and accessories. It was nice to get in some sightseeing and history while we shopped too. She made the overall experience helpful and fun. We would highly recommend this tour.”
See Shanghai lit up on a Huangpu River cruise, then explore Yuyuan Bazaar and the French Concession with private transport and a guide.
“We undertook this tour on New Year’s Eve! So it was a challenge to get from our hotel to the boat due to the vast crowds on the street. Our driver was amazing and Mary, our wonderful guide, manage to get us on the boat on time. The Read more”
Compare Shanghai markets, pearls, tea, tailoring, and major shopping streets with a private guide, car, and flexible four or eight-hour options.
“Great experience! My guide Apple was so friendly and welcoming and helped me find the most beautiful pearl and jade and silk clothes I’ve ever seen! We even got to fit in an additional stop at a tea market. The private car option was totally worth it to make the most of my time. Also Apple takes amazing photos to commemorate your day!”
Review of a private Zhujiajiao water town tour from Shanghai, with a gondola ride, local snacks, a private guide, and flexible shopping.
“The water town of Zhujiajiao is an incredible collection of little shops and food stalls. Our guide, Apple, was fabulous.”
Turn a Shanghai layover into a fast city tour with the Maglev, Bund, Yuyuan Old Street, a wet market, local food, and a private guide.
“Amazing way to see some city highlights on a long layover and learn a little bit about the history and culture! Perfect option for a tired solo traveler who wants to see the city but doesn’t have the energy to explore themselves - great to haRead more”
Review of a private four-hour Shanghai shopping tour with tailoring, Old Town Bazaar, local markets, private transport, and guide Sunny.
“Sunny was a fabulous tour guide, took me to the places I wanted to visit- and helped negotiate good deals. She was very accomodating with plenty of suggestions”
Shop a Shanghai wet market, cook three local dishes in a chef’s home, and enjoy a private four-hour food experience with hotel pickup.
“We could not reach our tour operator by phone or email or WhatsApp up until 30 minutes before the tour was supposed to start. Then we were told that the tour could not be done. So we missed our chance for this during our once in a lifetime visit to Shanghai. Viator said we will get a full refund but it has not come through yet…”
Pick a wall, a palace, a kitchen or a river.
