Self-Guided Podcast Tour Shanghai: Shadows of the Shikumen

Step off the gleaming, hyper-modern thoroughfares of Shanghai and plunge into the labyrinthine heart of its vanishing past. This immersive walking tour takes you deep into the 'longtangs'—the narrow, pulsing alleyways framed by iconic Shikumen stone gates. You will uncover the dramatic 19th-century origins of these unique East-meets-West dwellings, trace the footsteps of bohemian poets in cramped pavilion rooms, and witness the resilient, everyday theater of local life that defies the city's relentless gentrification. Join us to experience the sensory richness of a communal lifestyle that is rapidly fading into history. - A 4.2 km self-guided tour with 5 stops over 108 min - Ideal for Social Fabric & Everyday Life and Art, Design & Aesthetics - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app