Essential China Travel Guides
Free, practical guides to help you navigate visa rules, payments, connectivity, transport, and more in China.
China Visa-Free Guide 2026
Everything about the 144-hour and 240-hour visa-free transit policies. Which countries qualify, which ports of entry, and how to maximize your stay.
Read Guide →How to Pay in China as a Foreigner
Setting up Alipay and WeChat Pay with a foreign card, where cash still works, and tips for a cashless trip in China.
Read Guide →Best eSIM for China
Compare eSIM providers for China travel. Stay connected and get around the Great Firewall with the right data plan.
Read Guide →China High-Speed Rail Guide
How to book train tickets, navigate stations, choose seat classes, and make the most of China's incredible rail network.
Read Guide →What to Pack for China
A practical packing list for China including tech essentials (VPN, adapters), clothing tips by season, and items you can easily buy there.
Read Guide →China Travel Budget Calculator
How much does it cost to travel in China? Daily budgets for budget, mid-range, and luxury travelers with city-by-city breakdowns.
Read Guide →Need a Personalized China Itinerary?
Our China travel specialist can build a custom route for you: city sequence, transport timing, budget tradeoffs, and real-world local tips.
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In-depth guides for China’s most popular destinations
Imperial Heritage
Beijing
Great Wall, Forbidden City, hutongs and Peking duck
Modern Metropolis
Shanghai
The Bund, French Concession, futuristic skyline
Panda Paradise
Chengdu
Giant pandas, Sichuan cuisine, tea culture
Ancient Capital
Xi'an
Terracotta Warriors, city wall, Muslim Quarter
Karst Wonderland
Guilin
Li River, rice terraces, karst mountains
Paradise on Earth
Hangzhou
West Lake, Longjing tea, tech capital
Avatar Mountains
Zhangjiajie
Glass bridge, floating pillars, nature wonder
Garden City
Suzhou
Classical gardens, silk, water towns
East Meets West
Hong Kong
Victoria Peak, street food, harbour skyline