About This Tour
Taste a dozen traditional Shanghainese dishes in 3 hours during this culinary tour of Huangpi Road, the old border between the former French Concession and Shanghai residential areas. Sample soup dumplings with black vinegar, parched chicken, steamed buns, scallion oil noodles, and much more. You'll see how immigration brought prosperity and a vast diversity of cultures to this fast-changing city. This tour offers multiple departure times throughout the day. This tour is currently running late night special tour session at 8:30PM. During this late night session, you will be able to see the night Shanghai, to taste of some craft beers or desert with some fresh hand-pulled beef noodles and lamb kabab.
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Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai
This 3-hour walking tour takes you through Central Shanghai, sampling authentic local dishes at neighborhood eateries. It's ideal for travelers seeking an unhurried, genuine culinary exploration of the city's food scene.
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Meeting Point
Please meet up at Exit 2, Site of the first CPC national congress-South Huangpi Road Metro Station (Line 1). Or Take Didi (the Chinese version of Uber) to No333 Huaihai Road which is the front door of Xintiandi Plaza. 你好，请带我去上海地铁1号线一大会址-黄陂南路站2号出口，或者淮海中路333号新天地广场正门.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather
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Shanghai Foodie
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John W
2 days ago
Best tour of our week's stay in Shanghai !!
What a fantastic tour of authentic Chinese...
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2 days ago
Eating and socialising amongst friends and stagers who felt like friends across several different restaurants.
Without doubt the highlight of our trip....
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2 days ago
A great evening of food with a wonderful guide.
Jade our guide made sure we had a wonderful...
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2 days ago
Amazing night out
Jade was an amazing guide, we had a great time...
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2 days ago
10/10 experience
Jade was amazing!! Couldn't recommend doing this...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Authentic Local Food Tour in Central Shanghai
Who operates this experience?
This experience is operated by Shanghai Foodie, a local sightseeing provider.
What's included?
This tour includes Food and drink tastings (enough for breakfast, lunch or dinner), Local guide, and Local beer or desert for late night session. All inclusions are provided by the tour operator.
How long is this tour?
The experience lasts approximately 3 hours, giving you time to fully enjoy your chosen activity.
Can I cancel this tour?
Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time for a full refund. If weather conditions are unsafe, the tour may be canceled by the operator. In such cases, you'll be offered a refund or reschedule.
What should I bring?
We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, a camera, and weather-appropriate clothing. All necessary equipment is provided.
Will I receive instant confirmation?
Yes, you'll receive instant confirmation when you book.
Is this tour worth it?
Yes, this experience has a 5.0-star rating based on 1.4K+ reviews, making it a highly rated option.
What to expect on this tour?
This sightseeing experience lasts approximately 3 hours and includes all necessary equipment and guidance. You'll have access to Food and drink tastings (enough for breakfast, lunch or dinner) and more.
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