Shanghai: Craft Beer Tasting in Former French Concession
Shanghai French Concession, Shanghai
Explore Shanghai’s nightlife in the former French Concession area while enjoying abundant samples of craft beer. Embark on a crawl of 3 of the best local breweries, see the life of the Chinese middle class, and relish a treat of Shanghai-style dumplings.
Craft Beer Tasting Tour in Shanghai’s Former French Concession
This 3-hour guided tour in Shanghai’s French Concession area suits craft beer enthusiasts interested in local breweries and traditional Shanghai flavors.
Highlights
- Visit 3 local brewhouses and a traditional Chinese liquor store
- Explore Fuxing Park and Sinan Mansions in the French Concession
- Sample 6 types of beer and a rice wine with a local guide
- Enjoy traditional Shanghai-style dumplings
Description
Meet your local guide at the Langham Hotel front gate to begin your craft beer journey. Start by tasting wheat beer, pale ale, or dark stout at The Brewer gastropub in Xintiandi.
Next, walk through Shanghai’s Old City to explore traditional residences and alleyways. Along the way, try Shanghai-style dumplings such as potstickers or wontons, followed by a rice wine tasting in a traditional liquor store.
Continue with a 15-minute walk to Sinan Mansions, a renovated 1920s villa complex now hosting upscale dining and bars. Visit the award-winning Boxing Cat Brewery to sample their craft pilsners, lagers, stouts, and rotating specials.
The tour concludes at Shanghai Brewery near Fuxing Park for additional craft beer tastings. Your guide will assist in hailing a taxi back to your hotel at the end of the night.
Includes
- 6 glasses of beer
- Shanghai dumplings
- Rice wine tasting
- Soft drinks
- Private guide
- Additional car service during the tour
Excludes
- Alcoholic drinks beyond the included 6 glasses (available for purchase)
- Personal expenses
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes for walking and book in the early evening to enjoy a lively atmosphere while sampling local brews.