Average Daily Travel Cost, Per Person
All Travelers
| China Average Daily Travel Cost: | ¥ 362.83 |
| Accommodation1 | ¥ 172.68 |
| Food2 | ¥ 93.20 |
| Water2 | ¥ 3.27 |
| Local Transportation1 | ¥ 17.53 |
| Entertainment1 | ¥ 84.01 |
| Communication2 | ¥ 2.31 |
| Tips and Handouts1 | ¥ 65.00 |
| Intercity Transportation1 | ¥ 214.71 |
| Souvenirs1 | ¥ 269.18 |
| Scams, Robberies, and Mishaps1 | - |
| Alcohol2 | ¥ 36.04 |
China Tourist Information
China is as diverse as it is crowded. Explore cosmopolitan Shanghai and feast on the city's famous dumplings or wander through the meandering hutongs in Beijing. Head south the the stunning Tiger Leaping Gorge or north the the open and empty Inner Mongolia.
Interact with the people you meet who, although they likely don't speak your language, will be eager to meet and greet you. It's a welcoming country and, while it may feel overwhelming at first, you'll quickly make yourself right at home.
China is constantly changing so return again and again to be surprised by the growth and updates. Don't forget to take a bullet train and travel at over 300 kilometers an hour.
Interact with the people you meet who, although they likely don't speak your language, will be eager to meet and greet you. It's a welcoming country and, while it may feel overwhelming at first, you'll quickly make yourself right at home.
China is constantly changing so return again and again to be surprised by the growth and updates. Don't forget to take a bullet train and travel at over 300 kilometers an hour.
China's Top Tourist Attractions
The Great Wall: Right outside of Beijing you'll find the Great Wall. It can be visited either on a tour or by public transit and you can find crowded sections, and those that are essentially deserted. Take your pick.
The Forbidden City: The Forbidden City is just north of Tiananmen Square and served as the imperial seat for Ming and Qing dynasty emperors between 1420 and 1912.
The Terracotta Warriors: The Terracotta Warriors protected the tomb of the first emperor o the Qin dynasty, who was buried in 210 BC. They were discovered by a farmer in 1974.
The Forbidden City: The Forbidden City is just north of Tiananmen Square and served as the imperial seat for Ming and Qing dynasty emperors between 1420 and 1912.
The Terracotta Warriors: The Terracotta Warriors protected the tomb of the first emperor o the Qin dynasty, who was buried in 210 BC. They were discovered by a farmer in 1974.
Popular Food in China
Hot Pot: The Chinese Hot Pot starts as a pot on your table of boiling water, seasoned with herbs and vegetables. You prepare the soup yourself, and it typically includes thinly sliced lamb or beef, along with noodles and vegetables, all of which is served with a delicious peanut sauce.
Shanghai Soup Dumplings: This Shanghai specialty is a unique twist on dumplings. They're steamed with a broth inside, that explodes with flavor in your mouth on first bite. They're delicious, but watch out, they're hot!
Peking Duck: This Beijing specialty is a crispy duck, served with a special sauce and flat pancakes.
Shanghai Soup Dumplings: This Shanghai specialty is a unique twist on dumplings. They're steamed with a broth inside, that explodes with flavor in your mouth on first bite. They're delicious, but watch out, they're hot!
Peking Duck: This Beijing specialty is a crispy duck, served with a special sauce and flat pancakes.
Cities in China
Beijing is the capital city of China.
Chengdu is the capital city of Sichuan Sheng.
Guangzhou is the capital city of Guangdong Sheng.
Hangzhou is the capital city of Zhejiang Sheng.
Harbin is the capital city of Heilongjiang Sheng.
Hefei is the capital city of Anhui Sheng.
Kunming is the capital city of Yunnan Sheng.
Lhasa is the capital city of Tibet Autonomous Region.
Shanghai is the capital city of Shanghai Shi.
Xi'an is the capital city of Shaanxi Sheng.
Guilin, Pingyao, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi), Wuyuan, Big Likeng, Dali, Datong, Dayan, Erenhot, Hongcun, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), Sixi, Tangkou, Yangzhou
Chengdu is the capital city of Sichuan Sheng.
Guangzhou is the capital city of Guangdong Sheng.
Hangzhou is the capital city of Zhejiang Sheng.
Harbin is the capital city of Heilongjiang Sheng.
Hefei is the capital city of Anhui Sheng.
Kunming is the capital city of Yunnan Sheng.
Lhasa is the capital city of Tibet Autonomous Region.
Shanghai is the capital city of Shanghai Shi.
Xi'an is the capital city of Shaanxi Sheng.
Guilin, Pingyao, Tunxi (Huangshan Shi), Wuyuan, Big Likeng, Dali, Datong, Dayan, Erenhot, Hongcun, Huangshan (Yellow Mountain), Sixi, Tangkou, Yangzhou
Hotels and Hostels in China
Dali Five Elements Hostel
West Gate Dazhifang 69 Ximencun Dazhifang 69 ,
Dali,
China,
671000
Dorm
$3.92
Private
$6.27
Five Elements is the place to sleep if you're searching for a excitement, convenient, and relaxing boutique hostel in Dali.
Emeishan Hostelc
#46 Baoguocun Huangwanxiang ,
Emei Shan,
China,
614203
Dorm
$6.27
Private
$9.4
We are so glad to have you at Emeishan! our hostel usefully situates at the base of Mt.Emei, it's fully prepared to meet the needs of travelers. All our employees are very welcoming and speak nice English, we are pleased to give you all the nice tips and cautions to take with regard to climbing Mt.Emei.
Sanya Raintree Backpacker Hostel
4th floor, Shan Shui Yun Tian Building, Hedong Rd.,
Sanya,
China,
572000
Dorm
$6.27
Private
$12.38
We are so glad to have you at the Sanya Raintree Backpacker Hostel, positioned at the middle between Sanya central and the well recognized resort shore Da Dong Hai. The hostel, facing the Sanya River, is encircled by mangroves on both sides, which is also recognized as “The Egret Nature Reserve”, which parallels with flourishing rain trees on each side of Sanya River East Rd.
Travel Tips for China
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Guidebooks in China
By wanderinggurl
on May 15, 2010
Before you go to China, confirm that your guide book has the cities and sites spelled in Chinese characters. Carry your book with you and you can use it when you're asking for directions. You'll appreciate having something to point to when you can't pronounce the word yourself.
Packaged Noodles
By backpackguru
(Our Global Journey) on Nov 19, 2011 in Food
Most hotels and hostels in China come equipped with a means to boil water. Even in the most obscure places, a hot pot or tea kettle is almost always available. If you're looking for a cheap and reliable meal and you're away from many restaurants (or you're concerned about the conditions) just pick yourself up a package of seasoned Chinese noodles. They're decent in taste, very, very cheap, and will fill you up. Don't do it too often, as they will get old quickly, but if you're in a crunch, it's a reliable means to create a decent, although not formal, meal.
Quick Facts
- 5% - 15%
- Yes
US Embassy Information
Beijing, China
No. 55 An Jia Lou Lu 100600
Beijing, China
(86-10) 8531-3000
AmCitBeijing@state.gov
http://beijing.usembassy-china.org.cn/
No. 55 An Jia Lou Lu 100600
Beijing, China
(86-10) 8531-3000
AmCitBeijing@state.gov
http://beijing.usembassy-china.org.cn/
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