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4 Shanghai Night Tours to Book for Tonight

4 night tours  ·  from $21 a head

The shortlist you would send a friend before a night out: 4 Shanghai night tours worth the money, each with its price, its start time and the one thing to know first.

Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Night Food Tour - Family-run dining with a story behind it
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Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Night Food Tour

1.Eat Like A Local: Shanghai Night Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 616 reviews · from $90Our pick

Start at 6 p.m. and spend about three hours hopping among family-run restaurants in Changning and Jing’an. You’ll sample dumplings, noodles, roast meats, regional specialties, beer, yellow wine, and spirits, then watch xiaolongbao being made. Guides such as Li, Topher, Jasmine, and Andres have led this tour, which ends near Jiangsu Road metro station.

“Recommended. A lot of fantastic food, fun and liquid refreshments. Wonderful insights to life in Shanghai and CHina.”

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Huangpu Night Cruise: Cozy Vibe & Modern Shanghai Glow - Choosing the right sailing time
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Huangpu Night Cruise: Cozy Vibe & Modern Shanghai Glow

2.Huangpu Night Cruise: Cozy Vibe & Modern Shanghai Glow

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 520 reviews · 1 day · from $21Best value

Cruise the Huangpu River for about 45 minutes, passing the Bund, Lujiazui towers, Oriental Pearl Tower, and historic riverfront buildings. Choose a daytime sightseeing boat, a night sailing, or selected themed boats. You collect a paper ticket at the pier with your passport and booking code, and may pay extra for outdoor or VIP seating.

“It was an amazing experience from start to end. Really enjoyed the beautiful buildings on both sides of Huangpu River at night. Just a smooth ride.”

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Late Night Food Tour in the Shanghai's French Concession - Meeting near Huangpi Nan Road at 8:30 p.m.
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Late Night Food Tour in the Shanghai’s French Concession

3.Late Night Food Tour in the Shanghai’s French Concession

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 260 reviews · from $89

Start at 8:30 p.m. near Huangpi Nan Road and walk through Xintiandi, Zhaozhou Road, and People’s Square while sampling noodles, dumplings, barbecue, vegetables, desserts, beer, and more. Guides such as TJ, Jade, Helen, Serena, and Jamie lead small groups through local eateries. Expect a generous dinner and plenty of walking.

“This was one of the best tours I have ever been on! Our tour dad was extremely knowledgeable, and spoke very good English, he was so easy to understand. The food was amazing. We did not feel rushed. It was an awesome experience.”

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Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights - The 80-minute VIP Huangpu River cruise
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Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights

4.Private Evening Tour: VIP Huangpu River Cruise and Shanghai Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 150 reviews · from $128

Join a private evening tour of Shanghai with a driver-guide such as Tom, Mary, Autumn, or Linda. Walk through Yuyuan Old Street, cruise the Huangpu River from the VIP upper deck, visit Lujiazui and Xintiandi, then return to your hotel or continue your night independently.

“Mary was our guide, she was gave us a great experience. Spoke very good English. I am glad we were in the VIP section of the boat, it was very full!!”

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