For China travel, local map apps are more commonly used for routing, POIs, and local transit information.
What People Use in China
Amap (Gaode Maps)
A widely used local map app for navigation, transit routes, and nearby places in China.
Baidu Maps
A major local map app used for navigation, places, and city-specific transit details.
Tencent Maps
A local map option that can be useful for navigation and POI lookup, depending on your city and preferences.
Traveler Tips
- ✓Pick one local map app and learn its basic UI (search, saved places, route modes).
- ✓Use it to confirm pickup points for ride-hailing and entrances for stations.
- ✓Keep key addresses in Chinese if possible.
Things to Watch Out For
- ⚠UI language and data coverage vary by app.
- ⚠POI naming conventions may differ from global expectations.