Half Day Shanghai Food Tour with Zhujiajiao Water Town
Tour Overview
Escape the urban pulse and embark on an impressive Shanghai food tour that beautifully blends history and gastronomy. You will never regret visiting the beautiful Zhujiajiao Water Town, famed as āShanghai’s Veniceā. This enriching half-day itinerary transports you to explore the picturesque Zhujiajiao town, bearing a harmonious mixture of local folk residences and curving rivers. It offers a distinct and refreshing contrast to the bustling city center, immersing you completely in the tranquility of an idyllic water town. Stroll cobbled lanes, admire Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture, and soak up centuries of history. Moreover, authentic Shanghai dishes are a big plus for your Shanghai trip. This tasting experience is far more than just a snack break, it is an immersion into the culture of Shanghai cuisine.
Travel destination: Shanghai
Suitable for: Foodies, Nature & Culture Explorers
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
ā¢ Walk around Zhujiajiao Water Town, known as the āVenice of Shanghai,ā where canals are lined with stone bridges, old lanes, and houses from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Catch the beautiful sights at every peaceful turn.
ā¢ Discover the charm of Shanghaiās past by visiting elegant gardens, quiet temples, and winding old alleys, with the chance to enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the canals.
ā¢ Reward your stomach with Shanghai cuisine with famous dishes such as Xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), crispy Shengjianbao (pan-Fried dumplings), golden scallion pancakes, and other seasonal street snacks loved by locals.
Welcome to our Shanghai food tour. Meet your guide and driver at your hotel lobby at 8:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m., then drive for approximately 1 hour first to the ancient Zhujiajiao Water Town. Strolling along the old-time town while listening to the guideās introduction about its history, which dates back to even 1700 years ago, as early as the time of the Three Kingdoms. In the Song and Yuan Dynasties, the village grew into a town and got the name āZhujiacun villageā. The appearance of the town we see today was left from the Ming Dynasty.
Nowadays, the ancient town is best known for its bridges, old streets, and gardens built during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The highlight things to see here are: Fangsheng Bridge, Baoguo Temple, Godās Temple, and Zhuxi Garden. Capture snapshots of charming alleyways and ancient stone houses. You can also take the optional boat cruise here if you are interested in it (your guide will help you with the ticket). The cruise is along the old canal that was nominated by someone as the Venice of Shanghai.
Returning from the suburb it will be time to reward your stomach with authentic Shanghai delicacies.āā This is a fantastic opportunity to āāsavor the most genuine and mouthwatering local snacksāā, like āāsteamed soup dumplings (Xiaolongbao),āā renowned for their delicate wrappers and bursts of savory broth; āāpan-fried pork buns (Shengjianbao),āā prized for their crisp, golden bottoms and juicy fillings; fragrant āāscallion pancakes (Cong You Bing),āā layers of crispy, flaky goodness; Yangchun noodlesāā in a clear, savory soup, a simple yet satisfying staple; and, if in season, the popular āāfresh meat mooncakes (Xian Rou Yuebing). If you feel in the mood for hot pot, please just leave a special requirement when booking this tour. Finally, you will be transferred back to your hotel with great joy and content.
Tour Price Per Person
The priceĀ varies depending on the activity, number of people, travel date, and selected hotel. Please contact us for a specific price.
