Roots of A Walking Tour from Ancient to Modern
The Bund, Shanghai, Shanghai
Trace Shanghai’s story from its ancient origins to the modern metropolis. This walking tour reveals how geography, history, and global change shaped the city through key landmarks across different era
Shanghai Historical Walking Tour Overview
This guided walking tour in Shanghai traces the city’s development from ancient origins to its modern skyline, ideal for history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Trace Shanghai’s story from ancient origins to the modern skyline
- Learn how geography shaped Shanghai over more than 6,000 years
- Discover Shanghai’s first city core in the Old Town area
- Understand how the Bund changed Shanghai in the 19th century
- See how Lujiazui reflects Shanghai’s modern transformation
Description
Many see Shanghai as a modern city, but its history dates back over 6,000 years. This tour explores the city’s evolution from ancient settlements along Yangtze Delta wetlands to a global metropolis.
Your journey starts at the Shanghai History Museum, offering insights into the city’s prehistoric roots and geographical foundations. You will learn how early human communities established what became one of China’s most important cities.
Next, visit Yuyuan and the Old City, where Shanghai was first officially recognized as a county during the Yuan Dynasty in 1292. The Ming Dynasty introduced city walls and urban planning, forming Shanghai’s earliest urban core.
The tour continues to the Bund, highlighting the mid-19th century arrival of foreign concessions that introduced new legal systems, trade networks, and transformed Shanghai into an international port.
The final stop is Lujiazui, the modern financial district, showcasing the city’s late 20th-century transformation from ancient settlements to a global hub. This tour focuses on understanding Shanghai’s change through geography, history, and urban development rather than just visiting landmarks.
Includes
- Guided walking tour focused on Shanghai’s historical development
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Historical explanations spanning ancient times to modern Shanghai
- Small-group experience for enhanced interaction
Excludes
- Entrance fees to attractions and museums
- Public transportation tickets
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Important Information
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking
- The tour covers historical and cultural sites
- Suitable for history enthusiasts
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance and wear comfortable shoes to fully enjoy this historical walking tour through Shanghai’s evolving cityscape.
