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3-Hour Private Tour: Jewish Refugee Culture in Shanghai

Art, Culture, & Historical
Shanghai Tour Guide - Cindy W.

Joined 2026

Cindy W.
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Shanghai
Chinese (Simplified) (Native), English, Spanish
3 hours
Private tour (only you and Cindy W.)
Up to 10 people

Take this private tour to visit Shanghai’s Jewish Refugees Museum and learn about local Jewish culture and history. Meet your guide at your hotel. First, explore the Bund and admire its unique architecture. Then travel to Hongkou District, also known as the Shanghai Ghetto. Visit the Jewish Refugees Museum and wander the back lanes once inhabited by Jewish refugees.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Your hotel lobby

09:30 AM

The Bund (Wai Tan)

Take a stroll along this historic riverfront for a memorable experience. On your walk, you will see the former HSBC Building, a six‑storey neoclassical building on the Bund, and the historic Peace Hotel, once known as the Cathay Hotel. This Art Deco masterpiece was constructed by Jewish financier Victor Sassoon.

10:00 AM

Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum

After that, your guide will take you to Hongkou District, also known as the Shanghai Ghetto. Here you will visit the Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum (Ohel Moshe Synagogue) and the monument in Huoshan Park, where refugees once gathered for religious activities under the threat of imprisonment. The museum displays documents, photos, films and personal belongings recording refugees’ daily life. You will also wander the district’s back lanes and visit a local Chinese house once occupied by Jewish refugees.

Ending Point

At last, our guide will assistant you to get taxi or public transport back to your hotel. (cost on your own)

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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Hotel Pick up (Only in Shanghai City Region)

Private guide service during the tour

Entry/Admission - Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum

What‘s not included

Drop off service (Guide will assist you get cab or public transport back to your hotel)

Gratituity

Tour Important Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Most travelers can participate

This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Shanghai Tour Guide - Cindy W.

Joined 2026

Cindy W.
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Cindy W.

I’m Cindy, a native Shanghainese with 13 years of professional experience in the travel industry. Outgoing and friendly, I speak fluent English and love travelling around the world myself.


Over the years, I have served more than 7,000 travelers from Europe, the United States and other Western countries. I specialize in unique cultural small-group tours, and I also provide comprehensive itinerary planning services for guests travelling to China on business trips.

I am far more than just a tour guide — I lead my own dedicated small team. No matter where you plan to visit in China, we are able to tailor a perfect itinerary fully based on your personal preferences.


I am a huge food lover and enjoy exploring hidden local eateries in Shanghai and surrounding cities. Travelling with me, you will get to taste authentic local delicacies unknown to most tourists. Besides, I am passionate about history. If you are also a history enthusiast, I am delighted to share countless fascinating lesser-known stories from Chinese history along the way.


I am someone who appreciates the finer things in life. I have extensive knowledge of luxury hotels, trendy restaurants and bars across Shanghai and nearby regions, so I can seamlessly arrange premium leisure experiences tailored for you.


Thanks to my overseas background, I fully understand international travelers’ expectations, and strive to deliver completely hassle-free travel experiences for every guest.

I have established long-term partnerships as an official supplier for major global travel platforms including Tripadvisor, Viator and Expedia. In the past 13 years, I have consistently delivered outstanding service and received great feedback from all my clients.

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$213/ per group

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