Private Shanghai museum tour

Shanghai Science & Culture Day Tour

Explore interactive science in the morning and ancient Chinese art in the afternoon with a private guide and driver.

Shanghai Science & Culture Day Tour image
DestinationShanghai
Duration1 Day
Tour TypePrivate Tour
GuideEnglish-Speaking
Tour overview

Science, Innovation & Chinese Art in One Day

See two very different sides of Shanghai in one private day: hands-on science at Shanghai Science and Technology Museum and world-class Chinese art at Shanghai Museum East.

This family-friendly route combines interactive exhibits with ancient bronzes, ceramics, jade, painting and calligraphy, with a private vehicle and English-speaking guide throughout the day.

  • Explore interactive science and innovation exhibits.
  • Visit Shanghai Museum East's major art galleries.
  • Enjoy a family-friendly private itinerary.
  • Travel with an English-speaking guide.
  • Use a private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Shanghai hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
Your day in Shanghai

Detailed Itinerary

A simple full-day route with two major museums and private transfers between them.

  1. Start

    Hotel Pickup

    Your English-speaking guide and private driver meet you at your Shanghai hotel and transfer you to the first museum.

  2. Morning

    Shanghai Science and Technology Museum

    Spend the morning exploring permanent exhibitions focused on science, nature, the human body, AI, flight, energy and hands-on discovery. Mini World also makes this stop especially suitable for families with children.

    • Interactive ScienceAI Pioneer, Light of Wisdom and Incredible Me.
    • Nature & PlanetRainforest Realm, Shared Planet and Material Matrix.
    • Future & FlightPowering the Future, Aviation Adventure and exploration exhibits.
  3. Lunch

    Lunch Break

    Your guide can help you choose a convenient local restaurant. Lunch is at your own expense.

  4. Afternoon

    Shanghai Museum East

    Discover ancient Chinese art through major collections of bronzes, sculpture, painting, calligraphy, seals, jade, ceramics and historical currency.

    • Bronze & SculptureMore than 500 bronze treasures plus ancient Chinese sculpture.
    • Painting & CalligraphyMasterworks tracing Chinese visual and writing traditions through the dynasties.
    • Jade, Ceramics & CoinsNearly 360 jades, a broad ceramics timeline, seals and historic currencies.
  5. Finish

    Hotel Drop-off

    Your private driver and guide transfer you back to your Shanghai hotel after the museum visit.

MEET YOUR GUIDE

Your local guide: July

Your warm, trusted local guide in China — travel like a local, travel with a friend.

With over 10 years of experience guiding international travelers, July creates private, personalized tours built around your interests and travel style. She speaks excellent English and Spanish, making every journey easy, comfortable and genuinely personal.

Expect local stories, hidden corners, authentic experiences and the freedom to explore at your own pace — with someone who knows China and loves sharing it.

Learn more about July
July, a local tour guide, near the Bund in Shanghai
Tour details

What's Included

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
  • Professional English-speaking guide for the full day
  • Admission to Shanghai Science and Technology Museum
  • Free entry to permanent exhibitions at Shanghai Museum East
  • Fuel, parking fees and driver allowance

Not Included

  • Lunch, drinks, snacks, shopping and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Any service not listed under “Included”

Museum access: final opening hours and visit arrangements will be confirmed for your travel date.

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