The 11 Shanghai Bike Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Half-Day Bike Tour of Shanghai Old Town with Food Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 306 reviews · from $100Our pick

Spend four morning hours cycling Shanghai with a guide such as Charlie, Claire, Jeremy, or Rose. Ride through Old Town, the Former French Concession, and Fuxing Park, then pause at Fazang Temple, a wet market, and local food stops. Vintage bikes, helmets, water, coffee, breakfast, and entrance fees are included. The group is limited to eight.

“Rose the tour guide from the Netherlands was informative, caring and had a great rapport with the locals. We saw parts of shanghai that we would never had seen by ourselves and had a great experience of day to day living in shanghai. My Read more”

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2.Shanghai: Half-Day Biking and Local Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 170 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Ride 11 mostly flat miles through central Shanghai with an English-speaking guide, stopping in the French Concession, Xintiandi, Taikang Road, Old Town, and the Bund. You will sample local food, visit everyday neighborhoods, and use well-kept bikes and helmets. Guides such as Ellen and Alyssa are praised for clear traffic signals and thoughtful local insight.

“We had a great afternoon riding around Shanghai with Ellen. Ellen was very knowledgeable and passionate about the city, showing us many hidden gems that we may not have otherwise found! The bikes were in good condition and safety was handled very professionally. Strongly recommended for any visitor to Shanghai.”

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3.Biking Real Shanghai& Enjoy Local Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 141 reviews · from $82

Spend about three hours cycling through Shanghai with an English-speaking guide and no more than seven other riders. The route links the French Concession, the Bund, Xintiandi, local streets, shops, parks, and food stops. Bikes, helmets, water, snacks, photos, and a professional guide are included. Ellen, James, Li, Christine, and August are among the guides named by guests.

“A really lovely experience from beginning to end. We got the perfect mix of old Shanghai and new Shanghai with some snack breaks a local food spots at just the right times along the way. Our guide was wonderful. The bikes were new and worked perfectly. The tour went a great pace. Couldn't ask for anything more. Highly recommend.”

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4.Half-Day Old Shanghai Small Group Bike Tour (Day & Night)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 128 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Ride through Shanghai’s former French Concession, Fuxing Park, Tianzifang, Cite Bourgogne, Old Street, and other historic lanes with an English-speaking guide. Bikes, helmets, water, entrance fees, photos, and ferry tickets to Pudong are included when needed. Groups are limited to 10, and the route suits beginners.

“Really enjoyed the tour. August, our guide, was truly lovely and knowledgeable. There were three of us in the group, all great people. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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5.Shanghai: 4-Hour Nightlife Adventure & Tasting Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 81 reviews · from $45Best value

Ride through Shanghai for 3.5 hours with an English-speaking guide such as May, Mai, Mayfer, Julia, Julie, or Jenny. Expect skyline views from the Bund, Yu Garden’s night market, Xintiandi, the Former French Concession, local street food, and a look at Shanghai after dark. The pace can suit mixed fitness levels, but city traffic demands attention.

“Had a great guide and was able to see a ton of the city in a night. Tour doesn't stop a ton, but really fun. Definitely cheapest bike tour out there and was really great. Also, biking in China is different than other places so if you're with younger kids it might be a little scary (or if you aren't comfortable on a bike).”

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6.Shanghai Must-See and Foodie Test Bike Tour( Day & Night)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 70 reviews · from $68

Ride through Shanghai with an English-speaking guide such as May, Mei, Mae, Mayfer, Vivian, or Jenny, depending on the departure. You’ll see The Bund, Yu Garden, Nanjing Road, former concession streets, Shikumen homes, and old Nongtang lanes, with snack tasting, photos, water, a bike, and helmet included.

“Had the most amazing day with my tour guide Mae...nothing was a problem to her.Even though I arrived a day early for my tour.I had a private tour,meeting locals in the park,eating local food and gaining respect for the road and my bike. I would recommend anyone to encounter Mae,her great sense of humour,her awareness and the overall tour itself showed you places you would never see on foot,car or public transport I just loved it!!”

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7.Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $88

Spend 3.5 hours cycling Shanghai with a guide such as Ellen or Helen, following quiet old-town lanes and streets of the Former French Concession before reaching Fuxing Park and other central sights. Bikes, helmets, water, entrance fees, photos, and a traditional tea tasting are included. Groups are limited to six.

“The Best Way to See Shanghai—and the Tea Tasting Was a Perfect Bonus! This bike tour was one of the most incredible experiences during my time in Shanghai! It’s truly the best way to explore the city. Our guides were not only knowledgeable but also passionate storytellers, taking us through historic landmarks, hidden alleyways, and vibrant side streets—giving us an authentic feel for Shanghai’s heart and soul. And the tea-tasting experience? A delightful surprise! I HIGHLY recommend this tour to anyone visiting Shanghai. Don’t miss the chance to ride with them—it’s an adventure you won’t forget!”

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8.Private 3 hour bike tour with coffee break

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · 3 hours

Ride through Shanghai with an English-speaking guide such as Jill, Gill, or Chris on a private three-hour tour for up to five people. Expect easy city bikes, the French Concession, parks, riverside paths, historic streets, modern views, a 30-minute café stop, and photos from your guide. Bring water, sunscreen, and money for drinks.

“the tour was great! such a nice way to see Shanghai, the guide was fantastic, and literally no hills so an easy ride. A+ highly recommend”

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9.Full-Day Shanghai Classic Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 20 reviews · 6 hours · from $153

Spend six hours cycling Shanghai with an English-speaking China Cycle Tours guide. Ride through Taikang Road, Old Town, the French Concession, People’s Square, Cite Bourgogne, and possibly Pudong, with a Chinese lunch, entrance fees, water, bike, helmet, and ferry tickets included when needed.

“Alyssa’s insights and explanations about Shanghai made my day! It was very pleasant biking in the French Concession and Old Town. We made several stops and walked in old neighborhoods and other areas of interest. The typical Shanghainese lunch was delicious. A great way to learn more about this exciting city!”

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10.Shanghai: Full Day Classic Bike Tour With an Authentic Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 19 reviews · from $85

Spend seven hours cycling Shanghai with an English-speaking guide, from the Japanese concession and French Concession to the Bund, Tianzifang, Old Street, People’s Square, and Nanjing Road. You’ll use a quality bike, helmet, and lock, stop for local lunch, and hear useful stories from guides such as Julia, May, and Mayfer.

“A great way to see the city! You do need to be a confident and assertive cyclist as you will be weaving around traffic, but the cars are very courteous (mopeds less so!) Having said that our guide did everything to look after us and showed us best routes. A fun way to learn about the city and get better orientation of the major sights so you better know which to visit when on your own - Julia our Guide was fun and full of energy - she loved being quizzed on everything so don’t be shy in asking. Also there was time to pause for a little bartering in…”

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11.Shanghai Charming Night Small Group Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 12 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Spend three hours cycling about 10 kilometers through Shanghai at night with an English-speaking China Cycle Tours guide. See the French Concession, Tianzifang, Xintiandi, People’s Square, Nanjing Road, and the glowing Bund. Guides such as Sean, Leo, August, and Li have helped riders with history, photos, local food tips, and questions along the way.

“Sean was a great tour guide and took plenty of photos for us and was really patient and informative with all the questions both i and my kids had. He also helped us to find something to eat as the kids were starving and never had a chance to eat before we started the tour... was v flat and easy to ride... was such a great way to experience Shanghai by bike - we loved it”

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