China offers ancient heritage, dramatic landscapes, and fast-changing cities, blending centuries-old traditions with cutting-edge modern life in one vast, diverse destination.
Discover China
Discover China
Why visit China?
What to expect
From historic capitals like Beijing and Shanghai to dynamic hubs such as Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Chongqing, Hangzhou, and Xiamen, you will find grand monuments, buzzing skylines, river valleys, and coastal charm.
Plan your trip
You can combine multiple regions in one journey, using major cities as gateways to mountains, rivers, and smaller towns, making China an ideal base for exploring East Asia.
Top experiences in China
Walk Beijing's historic landmarks
Explore Beijing's grand palaces, atmospheric hutong lanes, and famous imperial sites that trace the rise of dynasties and modern China.
Soak up Shanghai's skyline
Stroll the Bund, then look across the river to Pudong's futuristic towers, experiencing Shanghai's blend of Art Deco streets and soaring glass skyscrapers.
Cruise the rivers of Chongqing and Chengdu's region
Use Chongqing as a starting point for river cruises through misty gorges, and visit Chengdu to meet giant pandas and relax in leafy teahouses.
Explore Hangzhou's lakes and tea fields
Circle Hangzhou's West Lake by boat or bicycle, then head into nearby hills to see tea terraces and traditional villages.
Discover coastal life in Xiamen and Shenzhen
Enjoy Xiamen's island promenades and colonial architecture, and experience Shenzhen's creative districts, theme parks, and modern waterfronts.
Experience Guangzhou's riverfront
Walk along Guangzhou's Pearl River promenade, taking in illuminated bridges, modern towers, and lively neighbourhoods by night.
Shop and sightsee in Chengdu's old streets
Wander Chengdu's restored lanes of traditional architecture, where artisan shops, quiet courtyards, and performance venues sit side by side.
Unwind in city parks and gardens
Join locals in Shanghai, Beijing, or Guangzhou's parks for morning exercise, music, and fresh air amid calm lakes and landscaped gardens.
Experience China's way of life
Getting around
High-speed rail links major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hangzhou, and Chengdu, while extensive metro networks and taxis make urban travel straightforward, and domestic flights help you cross longer distances quickly.
Local life & culture
In China you will see morning exercise in city parks, lively neighbourhood squares after dark, and a strong sense of local identity in each region, from waterfront promenades in Xiamen and Shenzhen to teahouse culture in Chengdu and historic lanes in Beijing and Shanghai.
Where to unwind
Relax in Hangzhou's lakeside gardens, coastal paths around Xiamen, scenic hills near Chengdu and Chongqing, or large green parks in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, where you can slow down between days of sightseeing.
A taste of China
National dishes & specialties
Each region has its own flavours, from Beijing's famous roasted meats to fiery dishes in Chengdu and Chongqing, delicate Hangzhou specialities, and bold Cantonese cooking in Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
Casual & modern dining hubs
You will find busy food streets, relaxed eateries, and contemporary cafés across cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, and Xiamen, with everything from quick local bites to inventive modern Chinese cuisine.
Signature & scenic dining
Choose riverfront restaurants in Guangzhou or Chongqing, lakeside venues in Hangzhou, skyline views in Shanghai and Shenzhen, or atmospheric courtyard settings in Beijing and Chengdu for memorable evenings out.
Retail therapy in China
Malls & lifestyle hubs
Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Chengdu feature expansive malls with international labels, local designers, cinemas, and lifestyle spaces, often connected directly to metro stations for easy access.
Markets & local crafts
Browse for handicrafts, textiles, and souvenirs in Beijing's historic districts, Shanghai's creative streets, and Chengdu's old quarters, or seek tea, ceramics, and artwork in Hangzhou, Xiamen, and Chongqing.
Evening retail scene
After dark, shopping streets in Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Beijing glow with lights and late-opening stores, while many cities host lively night-time districts where boutiques sit alongside cafés and entertainment.
Best time to visit China
Spring (March to May, shoulder season) brings mild weather in many regions, with typical temperatures around 10–22°C (50–72°F), ideal for exploring cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Chongqing, Hangzhou, and Xiamen before summer heat arrives. Summer (June to August, peak season) is warm to hot across much of China, with average temperatures of about 24–32°C (75–90°F), higher humidity in southern cities like Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Xiamen, and Chengdu, and cooler conditions in higher-altitude areas around Chongqing and inland regions. Autumn (September to November, shoulder season) offers comfortable temperatures of roughly 12–24°C (54–75°F), clearer skies in many cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Chengdu, and is popular for outdoor sightseeing before winter sets in.