Unlock China: Best Travel Apps for Your Trip
We've tried and tested dozens of apps to curate the essential toolkit every foreign tourist actually needs in China. Our easy visual guides help you master them with confidence.
3 MUST-HAVES
The absolute essentials you need before arriving in China
Get Internet & Bypass the Great Firewall
Post-Arrival Essentials
Reliable VPN or Esim can help us break through the firewall and enjoy global connections and key services.
Mobile Payments: WeChat Pay & Alipay for Foreigners
Core Travel Apps
Master WeChat Pay for foreigners and Alipay for tourists to pay for everything from street food to luxury shopping.
Navigate Like a Local!
Core Travel Apps
Get around China easily with Didi, local maps, and public transportation apps.
Language
Keep the Conversation Going
Master On-the-Go Translation
Core Travel Apps
Master real-time conversation tools and accurately decipher complex menus and posters using powerful photo translation.
Live Like a Local
Eat, shop, and play your way through China with the apps locals use every day
Foodie Paradise: Eat Like a Local!
Restaurants & Takeout
Discover amazing restaurants and order food delivery with local apps.
Explore Local Scene
Trends & Hotspots
Your window into modern China. Discover authentic travel spots, cultural insights, and fun experiences shared by millions of local users.
Support & Tips
Get help and discover pro tips for your China journey
Quick Solutions & Pro Tips
FAQs & Pro Tips
Find answers to common problems and learn insider tips for a smooth journey.
Master China's Essential Apps
Our step-by-step visual guides help you set up and use the must-have apps that locals use daily.