GoChinaGuide • 2026 Edition
Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting China
Traveling to China can be exciting — and confusing. We help foreign visitors understand travel, medical care, shopping, payments, and essential apps in China, step by step.
👉 No guesswork. No stress. Just clear, practical guidance.
China is different — and that’s okay.
Many things you rely on at home may not work in China: credit cards, Google services, ride-hailing apps, even booking train tickets.
GoChinaGuide is built specifically for short-term visitors, focusing on what actually works, what tourists usually get wrong, and how to fix problems quickly.
What We Cover
- 🚄 Transportation & high-speed rail
- 📱 Essential Chinese apps
- 💰 Payments without cash
- 🏥 Medical care for tourists
- 🛍 Shopping online & offline
Before You Go
Start with the basics that remove most travel friction: documents, connectivity, insurance, and expectations.
Essential Apps in China
Local apps are the backbone of travel in China. They power payments, transport, food, and everyday logistics.
Transportation in China
China has fast, efficient transport systems. Knowing the booking and payment steps makes them easy to use.
Medical Care in China
This section explains how to access care, select top doctors, and handle emergencies as a visitor.
Shopping in China
Shopping can be a highlight of a China trip. Knowing how returns and authenticity work is key.
Common Mistakes and Tips
Small mistakes can turn into big delays. Learn from patterns we see with first-time visitors.