Day 1: Explore Shanghai's Old Town, historic teahouse, souvenir markets, and enjoy local cuisine.
not mentioned
Very hot day
Afternoon
2 hours
1
Shanghai Old Town (Yuyuan Bazaar)
Walk around the pedestrian-friendly Old Town area
Bustling historic area with traditional architecture, shops, and snacks.
Snacks approx 5-25 CNY
Tips: Great place for souvenirs; follow signs if you don't have a map.
Food Recommendations:
- Fried cakes
- Orange Juice
- Lemon Iced Tea
Afternoon
30 minutes
2
Huxinting Teahouse
Located in the center of the Jiu Qu Bridge
Shanghai's oldest commercial teahouse located on the zigzag bridge.
Tea 88-188 CNY, Beer 48 CNY
Tips: They enforce a strict one drink per person minimum order policy.
Late Afternoon
1 hour
3
Shanghai Old Street Walking Tour
Follow the map pin away from the commercial center
Walk through historic streets mixing traditional and colonial architecture.
Free
Tips: Some areas may be under renovation or boarded up.
Late Afternoon
1 hour
4
Souvenir Shopping at Local Markets
Located off the main commercial streets
Shopping for toys and crafts in side street markets.
Dolls 15-35 CNY, Bracelet 49 CNY
Tips: Shop off the main street for significantly lower prices (e.g., 15 CNY vs 35 CNY).
Evening
1 hour
5
Dinner at Local Restaurant
Within the Old Town area
Enjoying affordable and generous local Chinese dishes.
179 CNY total for a family meal
Tips: Portions are large and meant for sharing.
Food Recommendations:
- Beef fried noodles
- Kung Pao Chicken
- Beef dumplings
- Fried rice
- Beef fried bun
- Tanghulu (Candied Fruit)
Day 1: Explore Shanghai's Old Town, historic teahouse, souvenir markets, and enjoy local cuisine.
not mentioned
Very hot day
Afternoon
2 hours
1
Shanghai Old Town (Yuyuan Bazaar)
Walk around the pedestrian-friendly Old Town area
Bustling historic area with traditional architecture, shops, and snacks.
Snacks approx 5-25 CNY
Tips: Great place for souvenirs; follow signs if you don't have a map.
Food Recommendations:
- Fried cakes
- Orange Juice
- Lemon Iced Tea
Afternoon
30 minutes
2
Huxinting Teahouse
Located in the center of the Jiu Qu Bridge
Shanghai's oldest commercial teahouse located on the zigzag bridge.
Tea 88-188 CNY, Beer 48 CNY
Tips: They enforce a strict one drink per person minimum order policy.
Late Afternoon
1 hour
3
Shanghai Old Street Walking Tour
Follow the map pin away from the commercial center
Walk through historic streets mixing traditional and colonial architecture.
Free
Tips: Some areas may be under renovation or boarded up.
Late Afternoon
1 hour
4
Souvenir Shopping at Local Markets
Located off the main commercial streets
Shopping for toys and crafts in side street markets.
Dolls 15-35 CNY, Bracelet 49 CNY
Tips: Shop off the main street for significantly lower prices (e.g., 15 CNY vs 35 CNY).
Evening
1 hour
5
Dinner at Local Restaurant
Within the Old Town area
Enjoying affordable and generous local Chinese dishes.
179 CNY total for a family meal
Tips: Portions are large and meant for sharing.
Food Recommendations:
- Beef fried noodles
- Kung Pao Chicken
- Beef dumplings
- Fried rice
- Beef fried bun
- Tanghulu (Candied Fruit)
