🍜 China Food Guide: 20 Must-Try Local Dishes
🍜 Food
Alipay is the dominant mobile payment method, accepted everywhere from street food stalls to luxury malls. Link foreign credit cards now available for tourists.
💳 Payment
Open WeChat → Me → Services → Wallet → Add Bank Card. Most international Visa/Mastercard work. Daily limit around ¥5,000.
📱 China eSIM & Internet: Access Your Favorite Apps! Full Guide
The Great Firewall blocks Google, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, WhatsApp, and many other sites. A reliable eSIM with VPN-free internet access is essential for travelers.
💡 Quick Tips
- Download all apps BEFORE arriving in China
- WeChat verification may require a local contact - ask your hotel
- Alipay Tour Pass available for 90 days without Chinese bank account
⚡ Pro Tips
- Many places now accept foreign Visa/Mastercard contactless
- Cash is still used in small towns and street markets
📋 Summary
Download WeChat, Alipay, Amap, and Didi before departure. These four apps will handle 99% of your daily needs in China.
