Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting
Overview
This tour is the only access to Portland's underground Shanghai Tunnels with a new bonus visit to the 2nd floor and ballroom of the haunted Merchant Hotel.
Under the Merchant Hotel is the largest intact area of the legendary Shanghai Tunnels, where we are the exclusive tour provider. Learn about Portland's dark history and hear stories about our resident ghost, Nina. Finish up with special beer tasting and 1 pint of our internationally award-winning beer.
Named One of the Most Haunted Places in America by Conde Nast, USA Today, Thrillist, Cosmopolitan Magazine and more.
Featured on The Travel Channel.
Must be 21+ other than noon, 1, 2 & 3pm tour.
What's Included
- 90-Minute Portland Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour
- 21+ for all tours other than 2pm & 3pm Tour (teenagers)
- See One of the Most Haunted Places in America named by Conde Nast, USA Today, Thrillist, and Cosmopo
- Learn about Portland's dark history and hear stories about our resident ghost, Nina
- Exclusive access to the legendary Shanghai Tunnels
- No babies, infants, or kids under 13 years old. Some tours are 21+ only.
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- Visit the 2nd floor rand ballroom in the haunted Merchant Hotel
- A special beer tasting and 1 Pint of Old Town's award-winning beer included
- Gratuity not included
- 21+ years old only, minors not allowed (other than 2pm & 3pm tour)
Meeting Location
226 Northwest Davis Street
Portland, OR 97209, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE Please mind that this is an old building with narrow stairs and doorways. There are some obstacles to duck under and uneven dirt floors. Comfortable footwear for walking recommended (no high-heels).
- ADULT CONTENT WARNING There will be historic mention of sexual content, drug use, human trafficking, violence and death. Please make sure these topics are suitable for those in attendance.
- Must be 21+ years old on all tours other than 2pm tour.
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-327504P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 90-Minute Portland Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour.
- 21+ for all tours other than 2pm & 3pm Tour (teenagers).
- See One of the Most Haunted Places in America named by Conde Nast, USA Today, Thrillist, and Cosmopo.
- Learn about Portland's dark history and hear stories about our resident ghost, Nina.
- Exclusive access to the legendary Shanghai Tunnels.
- No babies, infants, or kids under 13 years old. Some tours are 21+ only.
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**.
- Visit the 2nd floor rand ballroom in the haunted Merchant Hotel.
- A special beer tasting and 1 Pint of Old Town's award-winning beer included.
- gratuity not included.
- 21+ years old only, minors not allowed (other than 2pm & 3pm tour).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 21..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour - with Beer Tasting is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE Please mind that this is an old building with narrow stairs and doorways. There are some obstacles to duck under and uneven dirt floors. Comfortable footwear for walking recommended (no high-heels).
- ADULT CONTENT WARNING There will be historic mention of sexual content, drug use, human trafficking, violence and death. Please make sure these topics are suitable for those in attendance.
- Must be 21+ years old on all tours other than 2pm tour.
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Shanghai Tunnels Underground Tour – with Beer Tasting will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 90-Minute Portland Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour
- 21+ for all tours other than 2pm & 3pm Tour (teenagers)
- See One of the Most Haunted Places in America named by Conde Nast, USA Today, Thrillist, and Cosmopo
- Learn about Portland's dark history and hear stories about our resident ghost, Nina
- Exclusive access to the legendary Shanghai Tunnels
- No babies, infants, or kids under 13 years old. Some tours are 21+ only.
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- Visit the 2nd floor rand ballroom in the haunted Merchant Hotel
- A special beer tasting and 1 Pint of Old Town's award-winning beer included
- Gratuity not included
- 21+ years old only, minors not allowed (other than 2pm & 3pm tour)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE Please mind that this is an old building with narrow stairs and doorways. There are some obstacles to duck under and uneven dirt floors. Comfortable footwear for walking recommended (no high-heels).
- ADULT CONTENT WARNING There will be historic mention of sexual content, drug use, human trafficking, violence and death. Please make sure these topics are suitable for those in attendance.
- Must be 21+ years old on all tours other than 2pm tour.
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- **NO REFUNDS FOR LATE GUESTS OR SAME-DAY CANCELLATIONS**
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
