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A Visitor's Guide to the Former French Concession in Shanghai

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Walking Tours in the French Concession
A Visitor's Guide to the Former French Concession in Shanghai

The alleys down and around Taikang Road.

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To get a good feel for the area, I recommend walking it. Here are two nice walking tours that are also stroller-friendly.

There are also a number of parks in the French Concession. Grab a map and make your way to one of these parks for a nice walk in the area.
Fuxing Park is the largest and was formerly known as "French Park".
Address: multiple entries, main gate in the corner of Fuxing Road and Chongching Road.

Xiangyang Park is a fairly small park within a bustling shopping district. It's a good stop for little kids if you're in the neighborhood. It has a small amusement ride area.
Address: Xiangyang Road and Huaihai Middle Road.

Shaoxing Park is a tiny little park tucked off Shaoxing Road (See also the Shaoxing/Taikang Road Walking Tour above). It is full of older retirees soaking up the sun.
Address: #62 Shaoxing Road (between Shaanxi South Road and Ruijin #2 Road).

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