China
5 destination guides for China, all in one place.
Destination guides
Where to go in China, with what to book once you get there.
Beijing
Forbidden City, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace
Chengdu
Chengdu Research Base, Wuhou Shrine, Dufu Thatched Cottage, Kuanzhai Alley
China
Great Wall, Terracotta Army, Forbidden City, Guilin limestone peaks, giant pandas
Shanghai
The Bund, Oriental Pearl Tower, Yuyuan Garden, Jing'an Temple
Xian
Terracotta Army, City Wall, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Muslim Quarter
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When to go, and for how long
The best months come from measured weather data, not estimates. The suggested length is the sweet spot we found for each place — long enough to see it properly, short enough not to repeat yourself.
| Destination | Best months | How long | Suits | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing | April–May, September–October | 4 days | first-timers, solo, friends | Mid-range |
| Chengdu | March–May, September–October | 4 days | first-timers, solo, friends | Mid-range |
| China | March–May, September–October | 14 days | first-timers, couples, families | Mid-range |
| Shanghai | April–May, September–November | 4 days | first-timers, friends, luxury | Higher-end |
| Xian | April–May, September–October | 4 days | first-timers, friends, solo | Mid-range |
What each place is known for
- Beijing — Forbidden City, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace culture, history, food, architecture
- Chengdu — Chengdu Research Base, Wuhou Shrine, Dufu Thatched Cottage, Kuanzhai Alley culture, history, food, nightlife
- China — Great Wall, Terracotta Army, Forbidden City, Guilin limestone peaks, giant pandas history, culture, city, nature
- Shanghai — The Bund, Oriental Pearl Tower, Yuyuan Garden, Jing'an Temple city, culture, history, food
- Xian — Terracotta Army, City Wall, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Muslim Quarter culture, history, food, architecture
Every row links to a full guide with what to see, where to stay and what to book. Or tell Tony your dates and let him build the whole trip: plan your China trip.