Half Day Foodie Test & Explore Shikumen in Shanghai Nongtang Bike Tour

Highlights

Pedal around traditional areas exploring Shikumen-style architecture
Choose a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule
Get insights into community life from your guide

Summary

Make your way to Dabaishu Station, near Luxun Park, to meet your guide and group. Get fitted for a bicycle and helmet, then get pedaling. As you pedal, admire the Shikumen-style 'nontang', or laneway houses, such as the residential complex General Zhou Enlai and Xichengli. Cycle through Tianzifang, a shopping district in the French Concession area. Take breaks to rest and snap photos, while your guide fills you in on some of the classic features of Shikumen architecture and the style's history. Pass shopfronts on busy Old Street on your way to Yuyuan Garden, where you'll see some examples of classical Chinese architecture, pools, and pavilions. Make your way back to the original departure point, where your cycling tour ends.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Why take this tour?

Go off the beaten tourist trail and get a whole new perspective on Shanghai with this guided bike tour. Explore the unique Shikumen architectural style that blends eastern and western influences and learn about the city's 'nontang,' or lane homes. Pedal around the traditional laneways with a guide, learning about the community's daily lives, including food, culture, and folk entertainment.

What’s included?

Professional guide
Use of bicycle
Use of helmet
Bottled water
Snacks
Entry/Admission - Shanghai Duolun Road Cultural Celebrities Street
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Bike China Tours

About operator:

Bike China Tours is a bicycle tour operator running since 2010 at downtown of Shanghai.We provide a guided bike tours & walking tour in shanghai as well as other surrounding areas and help visitors explore & experience traditional Chinese historic culture, local customs and life style. Our bike tours are safe, suitable for all age, fitness levels and offer an exciting way to discover the best sights of the city.