Shanghai: Private Yu Garden 1.5 Hour In-depth Guided Tour
East China, Shanghai
Yu Garden was founded in Ming Dynasty about 400 years ago. Follow our guide to explore all details you never saw.
Experience a private guided tour of Shanghai’s Yu Garden, exploring traditional architecture, history, and a Chinese tea ceremony.
Highlights
- Explore the spectacular garden layout completed over 400 years ago
- Discover the history and culture of traditional Chinese architecture
- Enjoy a tea tasting session with insights into the history and craftsmanship of Chinese tea
Description
Meet your guide in front of the main entrance of Renaissance Shanghai Yu Garden Hotel, located a 5-minute walk from Exit 1, Yuyuan Garden Station (Metro Line 10). Your guide will hold a placard with your name.
Yu Garden was built in 1552 by Pan Yunduan, a high-ranking official, as a retirement gift for his father. The garden features halls, pavilions, zigzag bridges, fish ponds, rockeries, and corridors. The detailed brick, wood, and stone carvings are notable.
China, known as the origin of tea, has tea shrubs dating back 5,000 to 6,000 years and cultivated tea plants for over 2,000 years. During the tour, you will participate in a tea tasting session where a professional guide explains the history and craftsmanship behind various teas.
Includes
- Private tour guide
- Yu Garden ticket
- Tea ceremony experience
Excludes
- Transportation
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Personal shopping
- Meals
- Guide tips
Important Information
- After booking confirmation, you will be contacted via email or WhatsApp.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes for walking and bring weather-appropriate clothing. Booking in advance is recommended, especially on weekends and holidays.
