Shanghai Old Town (Nanshi)
At first glance the Old Town of Shanghai might seem like just another tourist trap, but Nanshi, as it used to be called (or Southern Town as most of the residents of the city call it) has a genuinely fascinating history.
This part of town predates the colonial presence in Shanghai. It's bordered by Renmin Lu and Zhonghua Lu, roads that echo the line of walls built in the 15th century to keep out Japanese pirates and since demolished.
You'll get a feel for a brand of Chinese urban living that's fast disappearing - and you might just find a bargain in the process.
Practical Info
Tourists generally come to Old Street and the Yuyuan Garden and Bazaar, all shined up and filled with dubious antiques for just that market. But stay a while. Explore the maze of streets and curiosity shops and teahouses that radiate outwards from this area.
The Old Town is located southwest of the Bund. You can reach it by taking the subway to Henan Zhonglu.
Tours & Tickets
Essence of Shanghai One Day Private Tour
This Shanghai one day tour shows you the essence of Shanghai attractions: the Bund, Shanghai Museum, Yuyuan Bazaar, and Tian Zi Fang Bazaar. Not only you will ... Read more
Location: Shanghai Region, China
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
3-Hour Walking Tour: Old Town Morning With Authentic Shanghainese Breakfast
A 3-hour walking tour in the old town area to feel the hustle and bustle life in Shanghai. Your local expert will show you many choices of local breakfast in ... Read more
Location: Shanghai, China
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Street Food Night Tour
Taste Shanghai's most authentic cuisine as you eat your way through two of the city’s liveliest night food streets. This small-group Shanghai street food tour, ... Read more
Location: Shanghai, China
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Private Customized One Day Best of Shanghai City Tour
Discover the great changes this giant metropolis is undergoing! Experience the contrast of Shanghai's Past and Present by taking this private customized trip. ... Read more
Location: Shanghai, China
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Small-Group Shanghai Sightseeing Tour, River Cruise and Wonton-Making Lesson
Combine a sightseeing tour of Shanghai highlights with a more authentic city experience at the home of a local family on this full-day tour limited to just six ... Read more
Location: Shanghai, China
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Private Custom Tour: One Day Shanghai Historic Walking Tour
Shanghai, regarded as the Oriental Paris, is the best place to see Eastern-meets-Western Culture. Walking in the traditional Chinese garden - Yuyuan Garden ... Read more
Location: Shanghai Region, China
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Private Shanghai Classic City Tour With Huangpu River Cruise
For this full day Shanghai classic tour, the private guide and driver will take you to discover the major sites in Shanghai and experience a cruise trip on the ... Read more
Location: Shanghai, China
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Shanghai Old Town Walking Tour Including Yuyuan Garden
Long before the foreign concessions and skyscrapers, Shanghai was a prosperous Chinese town surrounded by protective walls. This 2-hour guided walking tour of ... Read more
Location: Shanghai, China
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
Shanghai Day Trip from Beijing by Air including Jade Buddha Temple Yu Garden and Tea Ceremony
Although Shanghai is one of China’s most advanced cities, its history as a water village, now as a major coastal town and port is still evident throughout the ... Read more
Location: Beijing, China
Duration: 14 hours (approx.)
Shanghai City Sightseeing Walking Tour
Get an insider’s perspective of China’s superstar city — from bustling bazaars to chic boutiques — as you witness Shanghai's imperial opulence and avant-garde ... Read more
Location: Shanghai, China
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)
