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.
7
Essential Modules
43
Step-by-Step Guides
4.8
User Rating ⭐
Essential Apps for China Trip
Everything you need to get started in China - Tourist guide for China apps
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.
📚 6 steps
📅 5-15 min
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.
📚 8 steps
📅 5-10 min
Navigate Like a Local!
Core Travel Apps
Get around China easily with Didi, local maps, and public transportation apps.
📚 6 steps
📅 5-15 min
Lost in Translation? Not Anymore!
Core Travel Apps
Break language barriers with powerful translation apps and communication tips.
📚 4 steps
📅 5-10 min
Foodie Paradise: Eat Like a Local!
Local Life Discovery
Discover amazing restaurants and order food delivery with local apps.
📚 5 steps
📅 25-35 min
Dive into Chinese Culture!
Local Life Discovery
Explore trending topics and local entertainment with Douyin and Xiaohongshu.
📚 4 steps
📅 20-30 min
Quick Solutions & Pro Tips
FAQs & Pro Tips
Find answers to common problems and learn insider tips for a smooth journey.
📚 10 steps
📅 15-20 min
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.