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Shanghai Street Food & Night Market Tour

4 Hours 4.8 (256 reviews) Private Tour 10+ Tastings
From $65 / person
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Tour Overview

Shanghai is a food lover's paradise, and this tour takes you straight to the heart of its culinary scene. Follow your foodie guide through hidden alleyways, bustling food streets, and lively night markets as you taste the dishes that define Shanghai's unique food culture.

From the iconic soup dumplings (xiaolongbao) to sizzling shengjian, hand-pulled noodles, and sweet desserts — this tour is a feast for all senses. Along the way, you'll learn about the history and traditions behind each dish and discover where locals really eat.

Tour Highlights

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Xiaolongbao (Soup Dumplings)

Learn the art of eating these delicate soup-filled dumplings without burning your mouth!

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Shengjian (Pan-Fried Buns)

Try these crispy-bottomed pork buns from a legendary 50-year-old family stall.

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Shanghai-Style Noodles

Watch a master noodle-puller in action and taste the freshest noodles you'll ever have.

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Night Market Exploration

Wander through Yunnan Road Food Street and sample skewers, pancakes, and more.

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Sweet Treats

End on a sweet note with sugar-coated hawthorn, tangyuan, and local desserts.

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Tea Pairing

Enjoy a traditional tea pairing to cleanse your palate between tastings.

Full Itinerary

5:00 PM

Hotel Pickup

Your foodie guide picks you up and gives you a preview of the culinary journey ahead.

5:30 PM

Xiaolongbao Masterclass

Visit a famous dumpling house to watch expert chefs fold soup dumplings and taste them fresh from the steamer.

6:30 PM

Food Alley Walk

Navigate through hidden food alleys near the Old City, tasting shengjian, scallion pancakes, and tofu pudding from stalls that have been serving locals for decades.

7:30 PM

Yunnan Road Night Market

Dive into one of Shanghai's most famous food streets. Sample BBQ skewers, crayfish, stinky tofu (if you dare!), and more.

8:30 PM

Dessert & Tea

Finish with traditional sweet soup, sesame balls, and a soothing cup of Chinese tea at a local tea house.

9:00 PM

Hotel Drop-off

Full and happy, your guide escorts you back to your hotel with a list of recommendations for your remaining days in Shanghai.

What's Included

Included

  • English-speaking foodie guide
  • All food & drink tastings (10+ items)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tea pairing
  • Food safety & hygiene tips
  • Digital food guide with recommendations

Excluded

  • Additional drinks beyond tasting portions
  • Tips for the guide

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