Practical tools and resources to help international travelers plan trips across China — from weather forecasts and visa guidance to trip planning and essential travel tips.
Our most popular tools for planning your China trip.
Search weather in English or Chinese. View 7-day forecasts for Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Xi'an, Guilin, Zhangjiajie and more.
Check WeatherAnswer a few questions about your nationality and trip details to find out if you need a Chinese visa, what documents to prepare, and where to apply.
Check Visa RulesBuild a custom China itinerary by city, season and travel style. Get estimated days, transport times and budget breakdowns.
Start PlanningLearn how to use Alipay, WeChat Pay, foreign credit cards and cash in China. Includes currency exchange tips and ATM locations.
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Essential visa guidance for international travelers entering China.
Interactive Q&A form: nationality, stay duration, purpose (tourism/family/business), transit. Automatically tells you if you need an L visa, document checklist, application locations, processing time, fees, and visa-exempt policies (e.g. 144h transit without visa).
Input your trip details and generate a downloadable PDF checklist + fillable templates (itinerary, hotel booking form) in English.
Track your visa application timeline with reminders for submission dates, processing milestones and expiry alerts.
Plan your route, check attraction status and estimate your budget.
Select cities (Beijing / Shanghai / Xi'an / Guilin / Chengdu etc.), drag attractions onto your itinerary. Automatically estimates days, transport time and budget. Export to English PDF or Google Calendar.
Many Chinese attractions require advance online booking with real-name registration. Check opening hours, closed days, ticket requirements, and peak season crowd alerts.
Switch currencies (USD / EUR / GBP), input travel days and accommodation level. Get estimated costs for lodging, dining, tickets, inter-city transport. Includes tipping culture notes (tipping is not customary in China).
Essential Chinese phrases and translation tools for travelers.
Common Chinese phrases for travelers: taxi, ordering food, asking directions, emergency help. Includes pinyin, Chinese characters and English translation. One-click audio playback available.
Upload photos of menus, street signs or documents to get English translations. Solves the pain point of Chinese-only signage and menus.
Time zone converter, power adapter info, weather and cultural etiquette guide.
Convert between European / American time zones (EST / CET / GMT) and Beijing time. Set departure and return dates to automatically calculate the time difference.
China uses Type A / C / I outlets with 220V voltage. Check what adapter you need and where to buy one.
7-day weather forecast for your destination city in English, with clothing suggestions tailored for international travelers.
Quick guide to temple manners, photography rules, gift-giving customs and public behavior tips to avoid cultural misunderstandings.
Everything you need to know about paying in China as a foreign visitor.
Step-by-step guide to setting up Alipay and WeChat Pay as a foreign visitor, using foreign credit cards, where cash is accepted, currency exchange tips and ATM locations.
Real-time exchange rate converter between USD / EUR and CNY. Plan your budget with up-to-date rates.
Trusted third-party services we recommend for your China trip.
Map navigation in China. Note: Google Maps may be limited inside China. Consider downloading offline maps beforehand.
Alternative mapping service with stable access overseas. Good for planning routes before you arrive.
Search international and domestic flights to and within China. Compare prices across airlines.
Book hotels in China with foreign credit cards. Wide selection and English customer support.
Official high-speed rail booking site. English interface available. Learn how foreigners can buy train tickets online.
Travel insurance comparison for international visitors. Covers medical emergencies, trip cancellation and more.
Portable WiFi and eSIM options for staying connected in China. Note: Google services may be restricted inside China.
Emergency contacts, consular assistance and travel advisory information from official government sources.
Specialized tools for specific travel needs.
English calendar showing Chinese public holidays (Spring Festival, National Day etc.). Get alerts for peak travel periods, crowded attractions and limited transport availability.
One-click save to phone: China emergency number 120 (ambulance), 110 (police), your country's consulate phone number.
Check which museums prohibit flash photography, where drones are banned, and other photography rules at Chinese attractions.
Based on season, destination city and travel duration, generate a customized English packing checklist for your China trip.
Key things every traveler to China should know before departure.
Google, Facebook, WhatsApp and many Western services are restricted inside China. Learn about VPN options, portable WiFi and eSIM solutions before you travel.
China is largely a cashless society. Foreign credit cards may not be widely accepted. Learn how to set up Alipay / WeChat Pay before arrival and carry some cash as backup.
China's visa policies change frequently. Always check the latest requirements on official government websites before applying. This tool provides general guidance only.
Google Maps has limited functionality in China. Consider downloading offline maps or using Baidu Maps / Amap (with Chinese interface) for better local navigation.
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