Why choose this Shanghai tour ?

During WWII, a large concentration of Jews left Europe for Shanghai; learn more about their lives as well as the history of Shanghai in the 1920s and 30s



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What makes Half-Day Private Tour of Shanghai Jewish Sites a unique experience ?

At the beginning of World War II, about 30,000 Jews fled Europe, settling in Shanghai. Calling themselves “Shanghailanders” the majority most settled in the neighborhood of the Hongkou District. Visit Ohel Moishe Synagogue which served as the spiritual heart of this Jewish community, and which currently houses the Museum for Jewish Refugees. We will also visit Huoshan Park, a peaceful place where the Monument in Memory of Jewish Refugees now stands. Lastly, we’ll come back to the downtown area and visit the Fairmont Peace Hotel and Moller Villa, both are in the style of Europe. This experience is also available in a private format. Immerse yourself in the history of Shanghai with the assistance of your own personal guide!

At the beginning of World War II, about 30,000 Jews fled Europe, settling in Shanghai. Calling themselves “Shanghailanders” the majority most settled in the neighborhood of the Hongkou District. Visit Ohel Moishe Synagogue which served as the spiritual heart of this Jewish community, and which currently houses the Museum for Jewish Refugees. We will also visit Huoshan Park, a peaceful place where the Monument in Memory of Jewish Refugees now stands. Lastly, we’ll come back to the downtown area and visit the Fairmont Peace Hotel and Moller Villa, both are in the style of Europe. This experience is also available in a private format. Immerse yourself in the history of Shanghai with the assistance of your own personal guide!

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant meals not included
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants


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Half-Day Private Tour of Shanghai Jewish Sites Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • English-Speaking Guide
  • Round Trip Transfer from Hotels within Shanghai´s Middle Ring Freeway

Not Included

  • Optional Gratuities

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Special Instructions:

    Please contact Gray Line Shanghai 72 hours prior to tour departure to confirm your booking. And the approximate pick-up time will be advised.

    GRAY LINE SHANGHAI • B/10F, 1399 BEIJING ROAD WEST, SHANGHAI

    PHONE: 86 21 6289 5221 • rsvsha@dtishanghai.com

    Tour itinerary or transportation so described is subject to change without prior notice. In the event of adverse traffic conditions, traffic control, important events (Celebrities, Conferences, Matches and etc.), we reserve the rights to alter places to be visited or cancel the tour accordingly.

    Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Gray Line Shanghai.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Shanghai.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 3 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.