Plan Your Perfect Trip to China

Essential guides for exploring China's top destinations and navigating daily life with ease

City & Attractions Guide

Discover China's most popular destinations and must-visit attractions

Beijing cityscape with modern skyscrapers and traditional architecture

Beijing

China's capital, blending ancient history with modern marvels

Forbidden City

Imperial palace of Ming and Qing dynasties

Great Wall

Ancient defensive structure spanning mountains

Temple of Heaven

Where emperors prayed for good harvests

Shanghai skyline with modern skyscrapers including the Oriental Pearl Tower

Shanghai

A vibrant metropolis showcasing China's modernization

The Bund

Iconic waterfront with colonial-era buildings

Shanghai Tower

One of the world's tallest skyscrapers

Yu Garden

Classical Ming-era garden in the city center

Terracotta Warriors in Xi'an

Xi'an

Ancient capital famous for its historical relics

Terracotta Army

2,000-year-old army of life-size clay soldiers

City Wall

Well-preserved ancient city fortifications

Shaanxi History Museum

Extensive collection of Chinese artifacts

Essential Survival Guide

Practical tips for navigating daily life in China with ease

Payment

Current Situation

Cash is rarely used in China. Mobile payments (WeChat Pay/Alipay) dominate daily transactions.

Solutions

  • Bind international credit cards (Visa/Mastercard) to Alipay TourCard
  • Get a digital RMB prepaid card
  • Exchange cash at banks or hotels (keep small denominations)

Must-Have Apps

Alipay WeChat Pay

Transportation

Inter-city

  • High-speed trains: Book via 12306 (English available) or Trip.com
  • Airport transfers: Use subway, taxi, or ride-hailing apps

Local

  • Subway/bus: Use QR codes in Alipay/WeChat
  • Ride-hailing: Didi (supports international payment)
  • Shared bikes: Scan QR code and pay via app

Emergency Contacts

Important numbers to keep handy during your trip

Ambulance

120

Police

110

Fire

119

Tourist Helpline

12301

Embassy/Consulate Contact

Contact your country's embassy or consulate in case of emergency:

U.S. Embassy in Beijing

Emergency Phone: +86 (10) 8531-3000

Chinese Phrasebook

Basic phrases to help you communicate during your trip

Greetings

你好

Nǐ hǎo

Hello

再见

Zài jiàn

Goodbye

谢谢

Xiè xie

Thank you

对不起

Duì bu qǐ

Sorry