Travel Tips for Beijing

Beijing, this bustling metropolis, possesses abundant charm but also presents some challenges that may affect your travel experience. To ensure you fully enjoy every moment in Beijing and avoid unnecessary troubles and wasted time, please carefully read the following suggestions before embarking on your journey. This practical information will help make your trip in Beijing smoother and more enjoyable.

Do not litter casually: Beijing has strict requirements for environmental protection, and littering will result in fines. Please ensure that trash is disposed of in designated trash bins.
Do not smoke in non-smoking areas: Beijing has strict smoking bans, especially in public places and indoor environments. Please follow no-smoking signs and avoid smoking in non-smoking areas.
Do not easily trust street vendors' sales pitches: At tourist attractions or bustling districts, street vendors may promote various goods or services. Please stay vigilant to avoid being deceived or purchasing inferior products.
Do not give money to beggars freely: On Beijing's streets, you may encounter some beggars. To avoid being deceived or encouraging illegal begging, it is recommended not to give money to beggars freely.
Do not purchase illegal tickets or souvenirs: When buying attraction tickets or souvenirs, please purchase through official channels to avoid illegal tickets or inferior souvenirs.
Do not touch or damage cultural relics and historic sites casually: When visiting cultural relics and historic sites such as the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace, please respect historical and cultural heritage and refrain from touching or damaging artifacts.
Pay attention to safety issues:

• Personal safety: In crowded places like Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, be mindful of your personal belongings to avoid loss or theft.
• Food safety: When enjoying local cuisine, choose clean and hygienic restaurants to avoid food poisoning from unhygienic food.
• Travel safety: Beijing's traffic is busy. When crossing the road, pedestrians should obey traffic rules and not jaywalk or run red lights. During peak hours or in congested areas, taxis may move very slowly. It is recommended to try taking the subway to save travel time.

Respect local culture and customs: During your trip, respect local cultural customs and religious beliefs. Avoid behaviors that harm local culture or national sentiments.
Purchase travel insurance: It is recommended to purchase travel insurance before coming to China to prepare for potential unexpected situations.
Know emergency contact information:
Emergency phone numbers: Learn and memorize China's emergency phone numbers, such as 110 (police), 120 (ambulance), and 119 (fire department).
Global Consular Protection and Service Emergency Call Center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Know how to dial the phone number of the Global Consular Protection and Service Emergency Call Center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (12308), which is staffed 24 hours a day to provide consular protection and services to overseas compatriots.
Carry important documents: Always carry important documents such as your passport and visa to present when needed.