Shanghai Layover Tours - How to Make the Most Out of Your Layover

Written by Vivian Updated Apr. 21, 2025

A Shanghai layover tour is a great way to explore this vibrant city during transit. Since December 17, 2024, 54 countries have implemented the 240-hour visa-free policy. If eligible, you can enter through 60 ports across 24 provinces.

On tours lasting 6, 8, or 12 hours, you can discover famous places like The Bund and Yu Garden, and also enjoy hassle-free private airport transfers and guide service.

Layover Itineraries

To visit key sites in Shanghai during the international layover, it is recommended to have a layover duration of at least 6 hours. This timeframe allows for a relaxed exploration of major attractions such as The Bund, Yu Garden, Nanjing Road, and possibly an additional site like the Shanghai Tower or a leisurely meal to savor local cuisine.

Half-Day Layover Recommendations - 6-Hour Itinerary

If you have a 6-hour layover in Shanghai, you can consider visiting 2 sites to make the most of your time.

  • Duration: 9 am - 6 pm
  • Recommended itinerary: Pick up from Pudong Airport to Shanghai (1 hour), The Bund (1 hour), Yuyuan Garden (40 minutes), transfer back to Pudong Airport (1 hour)
Pudong Airport

Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Your Shanghai Hotel

1 hour, 200+ booked

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Hongqiao Airport

Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Your Shanghai Hotel

50 minutes, 200+ booked

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Pudong to Hongqiao

Pudong Airport (PVG) to Hongqiao Airport (SHA)/ Hongqiao Railway Station 

1 hour, 100+ booked

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Shanghai Port Transfers

Experience personalized private transfers from Wusongkou Port or Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal to downtown or the airport for a tailored journey.

Shanghai Port

Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal to Shanghai Hotel

1 hour 10 minutes, 100+ booked

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Shanghai Port

Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal to Pudong Airport (PVG)

1 hour, 100+ booked

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Shanghai Port

Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal to Hotel

30 minutes, 100+ booked

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Wusongkou Port

Shanghai Wusongkou Cruise Terminal to Shanghai Hotel

50 minutes, 50+ booked

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Wusongkou Port

Shanghai Wusongkou Cruise Terminal to Hongqiao Airport(SHA)

1 hour, 50+ booked

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Wusongkou Port

Shanghai Wusongkou Cruise Terminal to Pudong Airport (PVG)

1 hour 10 minutes, 100+ booked

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Shanghai Disneyland Transfers

Travel between Shanghai Disneyland, your hotel, or the airport with a skilled driver for a seamless transfer.

Hotel to Disneyland

Private Transfer from Shanghai Hotel to Disneyland and Return

1 hour 10 minutes, 100+ booked

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Pudong Airport

Shanghai Disneyland to Pudong Airport (PVG) Private Transfer

30 minutes, 100+ booked

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Hongqiao Airport

Shanghai Disneyland to Hongqiao Airport (SHA) Private Transfer

1 hour, 50+ booked

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Shanghai Car Rental with Driver

Reliable Shanghai car service with experienced drivers, tailored to your specific requirements.

Shanghai Car Rental

One-Day Shanghai Car Rental with Driver

8 hours, 80km

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Shanghai to Suzhou

Shanghai to Suzhou Private Transfers

8 hours, 200km

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Shanghai to Hangzhou

Shanghai to Suzhou Private Transfers

8 hours, 400km

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