Zhongshan Guangdong, China Travel Guide
These approximations vary significantly based on choices and current exchange rates. USD equivalents are approximate and fluctuate.
Tipping is generally not customary in mainland China and often not expected. In some high-end hotels or with private tour guides, a modest gratuity might be accepted, but it is not mandatory. Do not tip taxi drivers or restaurant staff in local establishments.
Utilize Zhongshan's extensive and affordable bus network. Explore pedestrian-friendly areas on foot. Many parks, temples, and markets are free.
Eat at street food stalls and small local restaurants for delicious and inexpensive meals. Use WeChat Pay or Alipay as many local businesses present promotions or small discounts for these forms of payment. Look for local guesthouses or budget hotel chains outside the city center, with good public transport connections.
Daily Cost Estimate
¥170-450 (~$24-$65 USD)
¥100-250
Daily Cost Estimate
¥450-1100 (~$65-$150 USD)
¥250-600
Daily Cost Estimate
¥1100-3500+ (~$150-$480+ USD)
¥600-2000+
No specific vaccinations are for entry to China for most travelers. Verify with your national health authority. Routine immunizations, Hepatitis A & B, and Typhoid are recommended.
Drink only bottled, boiled, or filtered water. Don't have ice, raw/undercooked food, and unpeeled fruits/vegetables unless made in a reputable establishment. Practice good hand hygiene with frequent washing or Hand sanitizer.
Monitor local reports. A N95 mask may be good on high pollution days.
Stay hydrated with Bottled water. Limit strenuous activity during peak heat. Wear light clothing.
Use Insect repellent with DEET/picaridin. Wear long sleeves.
Tap water is not safe. Eat at reputable establishments. Wash hands often.
Zhongshan is safe. Petty crime occurs in crowded areas. Avoid scams. No unsafe neighborhoods.
Zhongshan features various well-equipped public hospitals (e.g., Zhongshan People's Hospital, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital). Many large hospitals have international departments or staff who speak some English.
Private clinics provide more personalized care, though they can be more expensive. Pharmacies are widespread; many medications are available over-the-counter.
Dial 120 for an ambulance, 110 for police, 119 for fire. Foreign Affairs Office of Zhongshan Municipal People's Government for general assistance.
Tap water is not safe to drink directly. Always drink bottled, boiled, or filtered water. For food, dine at well-regarded places with good turnover.
