Your main app here: stay in touch, open the scanner and complete WeChat Pay setup in the official wallet area.
Build your travel phone around WeChat.
Start with WeChat, then add only the tools your itinerary needs. These links lead to official app listings so you can review the publisher and device requirements before installing.
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Payment apps
Alipay
Prepare Alipay separately if you want a second mobile wallet alongside WeChat.
Transport
Amap
Use Amap to look up destinations and plan the route from your current location.
Baidu Maps
Check local places and route options in Baidu Maps before setting off.
DiDi
Keep a dedicated ride-booking option available for journeys where you need a car.
Apple Maps
An existing navigation option for Apple users planning routes in mainland China.
Available on Apple devices. There is no native Android app.
MetroMan
Consult subway maps and compare station-to-station routes for your city visits.
Communication
Keep accommodation and travel contacts reachable in the same app you are preparing for payments.
Travel & booking
Trip.com
Manage accommodation and transport bookings through a travel platform with international support.
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Agoda
Review accommodation choices and reservation details for each stop on your itinerary.
Railway 12306
Check the official railway app for train schedules and ticket arrangements.
App availability and languages can vary by region. Check the publisher before downloading.