1-Day Songjiang Heritage Tour from Shanghai with Guangfulin and Quarry

1 Day Round trip from 中国上海市松江区 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover Guangfulin Archaeological Site and explore its unique underwater museum
  • 02 Enjoy a scenic boat ride while admiring traditional Chinese architecture and landscapes
  • 03 Explore Chenshan Botanical Garden with its quarry setting and cascading waterfalls
  • 04 Visit the remarkable Quarry Hotel built deep into a former quarry

Explore the historic roots of Shanghai on this 1-day tour of Songjiang, blending culture, nature, and modern design. Visit the Guangfulin Archaeological Site and its unique underwater museum, enjoy a scenic boat ride, and stroll among traditional architecture. Discover the lush landscapes of Chenshan Botanical Garden with its quarry setting and cascading waterfalls, then admire the innovative Quarry Hotel built deep into a former quarry. Experience a balanced mix of history, natural beauty, and architecture on this immersive Shanghai day tour.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Shanghai
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Full-Day Songjiang Tour to Shanghai's Historic Roots

  • Morning: Guangfulin Archaeological Site

  • Begin your day with pickup at 8:00 am from your hotel or the meeting point.

  • Visit Guangfulin, one of Shanghai's most important archaeological sites.

  • Explore the underwater museum to see ancient relics preserved beneath the water.

  • Stroll through clusters of ancient-style buildings while discovering traditional architecture and Chinese cultural history.

  • Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the waterway with panoramic views of the site.

  • Lunch (at your own cost)

  • Choose a Western-style meal in a cafe set within an ancient architectural setting.

  • Alternatively, enjoy traditional Chinese cuisine at Su Xiao Liu, which specialises in dim sum.

  • Afternoon: Chenshan Botanical Garden

  • Explore Chenshan Botanical Garden, known for its lush plant collections and dramatic landscapes.

  • Admire the quarry setting and cascading waterfalls while enjoying the natural surroundings.

  • Late Afternoon: The Quarry Hotel

  • Visit the Quarry Hotel, an architectural marvel extending 88 metres downward into a former quarry.

  • Optionally, visit a nearby park overlooking the quarry for panoramic views.

  • Walk along the glass corridor or try a zipline across the quarry for an added adventure.

  • Return to Shanghai CBD to conclude the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 中国上海市松江区 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned, comfortable round-trip transportation from your hotel or meeting point

  • Entrance tickets to the Guangfulin Underwater Museum

  • Entrance tickets to Chenshan Botanical Garden

  • Boat ride fee

  • Guided tour (8 hours)

What's Not Included

  • Lunch

  • Optional activities

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

  • Sunglasses

  • Sunscreen

Know before you go

  • This is a leisure-style tour that you can enjoy at your own pace.

  • You will walk short distances within the scenic spots.

  • Most of the day is spent outdoors, though each site also offers plenty of indoor spaces for rest and exploration.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
People's Square, 黄浦区 Shanghai, 中国
Tour start
中国上海市松江区
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in 中国上海市松江区.

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