Visit Shanghai old town & The Yu Garden

Head to Shanghai's old town, an architectural treasure tucked away from the high rises and bright lights that Shanghai is so famous for. This visit will take you to the traditional part of the city, and to its lilongs, steeped in history.

Visit Shanghai old town The Yu Garden
Area

Shanghai and Eastern China

Type

Art & Architecture

History

Grade

Luxurious

Who

Adults

Older Kids

Difficulty

Leisurely

Duration

1-2 Hours

Full of old China charm, enjoy a visit to Shanghai's old town. Although mostly restored, you can still spend time wandering around and getting lost in the remaining lilongs (equivalent to Beijing’s hutongs).

The old town is also home to the Yu Garden, a famous classical garden which was completed in 1577. Learn about the Chinese art of gardenscaping here as you stroll around.


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