Free walking tours in Shanghai
Tip-based walking tours: you pay a small booking fee to reserve your place, then tip the guide at the end what you think the tour was worth.
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Compare at a glance
Prices run from £4 to £4 per person. Select a tour name for meeting point, stops and what's included.
| Tour | Duration | Group | From | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated | 4 hours | Up to 30 | £4 | 4.9 (392) |
| French Concession Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st & Best Rated | 3 hours | Up to 30 | £4 | 4.9 (121) |
Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated (opens Viator in a new tab)
A tip-based walk telling Shanghai's story from fishing village to one of the world's great cities. Tour details: Shanghai City Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st and Best Rated
Guided in English
From £4Free cancellation
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French Concession Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st & Best Rated (opens Viator in a new tab)
A tip-based walk through the leafy streets of the former French Concession, telling the story of foreign Shanghai. Tour details: French Concession Guided Walking Tour | China's 1st & Best Rated
Guided in English
From £4Free cancellation
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Prices are Viator's lowest "from" price per person, converted to pounds and checked on 28 October 2026. The booking page shows the current price in your currency.
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