Transport Guides
Learn how to book high-speed train tickets, use Didi ride-hailing, and navigate public transport in China as a foreign visitor.
China High-Speed Rail Guide for Foreigners 2026: Booking, Passport Entry, and Seat Classes
A complete 2026 guide to riding China's high-speed rail as a foreigner: how to book with the 12306 app, use your passport as a paperless ticket, and choose seat classes.
transportAirport to City Transport in Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou: 2026 Tourist Guide
How to get from the airport to the city center in Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou in 2026, with metro, airport express, maglev, taxi, and DiDi options, costs, and times.
transportChina Visa-Free Entry and Transit in 2026: Do You Need a Visa to Visit?
A clear 2026 guide to China's visa-free policies: the 240-hour transit scheme, the 30-day unilateral visa-free entry, who qualifies, and the rules every tourist must know.
transportHow to Book China Train Tickets on 12306 as a Foreigner (2026)
A step-by-step 2026 guide to booking China high-speed rail on the official 12306 app with your passport, paying with a foreign card, and paperless station entry.
transportDidi for Foreign Tourists: How to Use China's Ride-Hailing App (2026)
Learn to use Didi in China as a foreign tourist in 2026: English app setup, linking a foreign card, entering destinations, safety features, fares, and fixes.