The 9 Best Tea Tastings in Shanghai

Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience - Starting at the Garden Hotel on Maoming Road

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $88Our pick

Ride through Shanghai with a guide such as Ellen or Helen, passing Old Town back alleys, the Former French Concession, Fuxing Park, and other central districts. Your group is limited to six, with a bike, helmet, bottled water, photos, and a traditional tea tasting included. Expect local streets, city history, and a relaxed look at everyday Shanghai life.

“An excellent tour with a great guide, Ellen was friendly, knowledgeable and more than happy to answer any questions we had. The food was really good with lots of variety across three stops. Thanks, Ellen!”

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Afternoon Tea and Dessert Tour on the Huaihai Road in Shanghai

2.Afternoon Tea and Dessert Tour on the Huaihai Road in Shanghai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $82Top rated

Spend three hours with a local guide, possibly Jim, walking Huaihai Road and the Former French Concession. You will taste mooncakes at two pastry shops, watch a tea ceremony with several Chinese teas, and finish with Cantonese sweets such as milk pudding, mango purée, and almond tofu. Groups are limited to 10 per booking.

“Great tour - learned a lot about different types of tea, and about how tea is properly prepared and served. Desserts were great and made a nice compliment to the tour. Would highly recommend.”

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3-Hour Shanghai Yu Garden &Old Town Private Tour with Tea Tasting

3.3-Hour Shanghai Yu Garden &Old Town Private Tour with Tea Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $80

Meet your English-speaking guide at your downtown Shanghai hotel and ride to Yu Garden for classical pavilions, ponds, and Qing Dynasty design. Continue through Old Town’s market lanes, then enjoy a tea tasting. The private format allows a flexible pace, with guides such as Annie, Sunny, Sunni, and May mentioned by name in past bookings.

“This was an excellent tour. The guide was pleasant and very knowledged. One of the best tours ever. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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Private Shanghai City and Zhujiajiao Combo Tour with Boating, Tea Tasting, Lunch

4.Private Shanghai City and Zhujiajiao Combo Tour with Boating, Tea Tasting, Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $228

Start with a private guide and driver at your Shanghai hotel, then visit Zhujiajiao for a boat ride, tea tasting, snacks, and lunch. Return to Shanghai for Nanshi, Yuyuan Old Street, and Tianzifang. Guides such as Ella can adjust timing, including an earlier start during busy holiday periods.

“I was in Shanghai for Mid-Autumn. Jenny warned me that traffic in and out of town will be heavier than usual. In discussion, she made it possible to start the tour a little earlier to minimize the time on the road.”

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Shanghai: Song Dynasty Tea Ceremony Experience

5.Song Dynasty Tea Ceremony Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $78Best value

Meet your English-speaking tea master at 168 Aomen Road in Shanghai’s Putuo District. In 90 minutes, you’ll learn to whisk powdered tea in the Song Dynasty style, use a tea bowl and bamboo whisk, and explore the ritual’s history, aesthetics, and mindful rhythm. Your private group receives tea, tools, photos, and WhatsApp support.

“A beautiful teahouse and a fantastic experience. The tea ceremony was a highlight, and the rich, smooth flavor of the tea was exquisite. Highly recommend!”

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4-Hour Shanghai Best Garden and Temple Tour with Tea Tasting

6.4-Hour Shanghai Best Garden and Temple Tour with Tea Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 4 hours · from $99

Spend four hours with an English-speaking guide such as Ruby, Sunny, Mabel, or Sammi at Shanghai’s Jade Buddha Temple, Old Town Bazaar, and Yu Garden. Expect temple rituals, Qing-era streets, garden rockeries, and a tea tasting of several local varieties, with downtown pickup and private transport or local Uber and metro options.

“It was a very interesting tour of Chinese culture. Sunny, our tour guide, gave us a lot of information and introduced us to the traditional enjoyment of tea. I highly recommend this tour.”

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Private Qibao Ancient Town Walking Tour with Tea Tasting and Calligraphy Experience

7.Private Qibao Ancient Town Walking Tour with Tea Tasting and Calligraphy Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $100

Meet an English-speaking guide such as Jun, Sunny, or Annie at your downtown Shanghai hotel, then visit Qibao’s riverside lanes, temples, teahouses, and food stalls. The 5 to 6-hour private outing includes local Uber or private transport, tea tasting, snacks, and a hands-on Chinese calligraphy session before returning downtown.

“It was really fun to see this part of the city before I left the next day. I loved the tea tasting and calligraphy lesson. Thanks for a great time!”

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Shanghai: Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

8.Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $143

Spend three hours with an English or Chinese speaking tea master learning Chinese tea culture through blind tasting, Song Dynasty whisking, and three major tea classes. The group is limited to eight, with tea and snacks included. An optional traditional dress-up adds a playful photo moment.

“What a fantastic experience! The tea master was a wonderful guide, teaching us about different Chinese teas and the special techniques of Song Dynasty whisking. I loved that it was a small group, which allowed for personal attention. Tasting the variety of teas was a delight, and the snacks were a nice touch. I highly recommend this authentic and immersive ceremony. The optional dress-up for photos was a really fun addition!”

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Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

9.Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $159

Meet your tea master on Baoqing Road in Shanghai’s Xuhui District for a three-hour private session. You’ll learn Song Dynasty tea whisking, taste and brew several Chinese teas, and enjoy a traditional setting with tea utensils. Hanfu is available if you want photos in period clothing.

“The experience was amazing. They gave you the history of tea drinking, and they explain the different ways to drink the tea and how they are manufactured better than expected.”

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The 9 Best Tea Tastings in Shanghai

Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience

1.Biking Real Shanghai& Tea Tasting Experience

Afternoon Tea and Dessert Tour on the Huaihai Road in Shanghai

2.Afternoon Tea and Dessert Tour on the Huaihai Road in Shanghai

3-Hour Shanghai Yu Garden &Old Town Private Tour with Tea Tasting

3.3-Hour Shanghai Yu Garden &Old Town Private Tour with Tea Tasting

Private Shanghai City and Zhujiajiao Combo Tour with Boating, Tea Tasting, Lunch

4.Private Shanghai City and Zhujiajiao Combo Tour with Boating, Tea Tasting, Lunch

Shanghai: Song Dynasty Tea Ceremony Experience

5.Song Dynasty Tea Ceremony Experience

4-Hour Shanghai Best Garden and Temple Tour with Tea Tasting

6.4-Hour Shanghai Best Garden and Temple Tour with Tea Tasting

Private Qibao Ancient Town Walking Tour with Tea Tasting and Calligraphy Experience

7.Private Qibao Ancient Town Walking Tour with Tea Tasting and Calligraphy Experience

Shanghai: Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

8.Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

9.Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

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