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Is China Safe for Tourists? Our Honest Answer After Visiting Beijing
Is Beijing Safe for Tourists? Pandas, Forbidden City & Food
Is China safe for foreigners to travel to? How busy does China gets? And how easy is it to navigate if you don't speak Chinese? Those are the questions we wanted to answer as we visited China for the first time and spend some time exploring its capital city, Beijing.
During our time in Beijing we...
Is China safe for foreigners to travel to? How busy does China gets? And how easy is it to navigate if you don't speak Chinese? Those are the questions we wanted to answer as we visited China for the first time and spend some time exploring its capital city, Beijing.<br>During our time in Beijing we stayed at the True Go hotel, a very nice and affordable accommodation that even has a robot to deliver your food to your hotel room which I though was pretty cool. The hotel is a little bit outside the city centre but DIDI ( Chinese ride sharing app) is so cheap that it doesn't matter.<br>As two wildlife lovers, we had to see a least one panda during our time in China so we decided to visit the Beijing zoo where we saw quite few of them. There are different places in the country where you can see these animals including what they call a Panda Base but if you are in Beijing, the zoo is your best option.<br>Food is always a big priority for use when traveling and China has come incredible cuisine. Apart from the amazing Chinese street food tow musts are Hot Pot and Peking duck. Trust us when we say that both were fantastic and worth eating.<br>Beijing as an infinite amount of tourist sights but by far the most popular one if you don't count the Great Wall of China of course, is the Forbidden City. This place can get really crowded but thankfully, since we decided to travel to China during low season, it was quite enjoyable.
Dave Mani explores Beijing to answer if China is safe for tourists. From the panda-filled Beijing Zoo to the iconic Forbidden City, and indulging in hot pot and Peking duck, they find it safe, affordable, and easy to navigate with apps like DIDI. A must-watch for first-time travelers to China!
Is China safe for foreigners to travel to? How busy does China gets? And how easy is it to navigate if you don't speak Chinese? Those are the questions we wanted to answer as we visited China for the first time and spend some time exploring its capital city, Beijing.<br>During our time in Beijing we stayed at the True Go hotel, a very nice and affordable accommodation that even has a robot to deliver your food to your hotel room which I though was pretty cool. The hotel is a little bit outside the city centre but DIDI ( Chinese ride sharing app) is so cheap that it doesn't matter.<br>As two wildlife lovers, we had to see a least one panda during our time in China so we decided to visit the Beijing zoo where we saw quite few of them. There are different places in the country where you can see these animals including what they call a Panda Base but if you are in Beijing, the zoo is your best option.<br>Food is always a big priority for use when traveling and China has come incredible cuisine. Apart from the amazing Chinese street food tow musts are Hot Pot and Peking duck. Trust us when we say that both were fantastic and worth eating.<br>Beijing as an infinite amount of tourist sights but by far the most popular one if you don't count the Great Wall of China of course, is the Forbidden City. This place can get really crowded but thankfully, since we decided to travel to China during low season, it was quite enjoyable.
Beijing, Panda, Zoo, Dumplings, Hot Pot, Peking Duck, Forbidden City, Silk Street, Miniso, Tim Hortons, WeChat, Didi, Travel Tips, China Safety
In this video, Dave Mani and Tracy tackle the big question on every traveler's mind: Is China safe for tourists? Their Beijing adventure reveals a city that's safe, clean, and surprisingly easy to navigate—even if you don't speak Mandarin. From robot-delivered breakfast at the True Go Hotel True Go to the jaw-dropping 250-meter LED screen at The Place Mall, they discover a futuristic yet welcoming side of the capital. The couple's honest take on local life, with practical tips on using WeChat, Apple Maps, and avoiding Google Maps, makes this a must-watch for anyone planning a trip.
Dave Mani explores Beijing's safety, navigating with apps, robot hotels, pandas, dumplings, hot pot and Peking duck in this honest China travel vlog.
Is China Safe for Tourists? Beijing Honest Travel Guide 2026
0:42 Use Didi for cheap rides; it auto-translates messages and tracks traffic lights for you in China, much better than Uber.
8:02 Apple Maps works well for Beijing metro; Google Maps doesn't. Navigate with English mode on subway ticket machines and pay via WeChat.
23:31 China feels very safe with cameras and police everywhere, but avoid breaking laws due to facial recognition systems.
27:19 Language barrier is manageable with translation apps; Chinese people are helpful. Use pointing if needed.
28:13 Install a reliable VPN before arrival to access Instagram, YouTube, and Google. WeChat is essential for payments and booking Didi.
0:42 Use Didi for cheap rides; it auto-translates messages and tracks traffic lights for you in China, much better than Uber.
8:02 Apple Maps works well for Beijing metro; Google Maps doesn't. Navigate with English mode on subway ticket machines and pay via WeChat.
23:31 China feels very safe with cameras and police everywhere, but avoid breaking laws due to facial recognition systems.
27:19 Language barrier is manageable with translation apps; Chinese people are helpful. Use pointing if needed.
28:13 Install a reliable VPN before arrival to access Instagram, YouTube, and Google. WeChat is essential for payments and booking Didi.
0:00 Intro: Is China safe?
0:42 Robot delivery at hotel
1:10 Didi app and navigating China
2:18, ,Beijing Zoo pandas
4:25 Trying to buy water with QR
5:15 Best dumplings at Mr. Shi's
8:02 Beijing subway and Apple Maps
13:19 Miniso land and souvenirs
14:27 Hot pot at Haidilao
19:40 Forbidden City tour and safety
0:00 Intro: Is China safe?
0:42 Robot delivery at hotel
1:10 Didi app and navigating China
2:18, ,Beijing Zoo pandas
4:25 Trying to buy water with QR
5:15 Best dumplings at Mr. Shi's
8:02 Beijing subway and Apple Maps
13:19 Miniso land and souvenirs
14:27 Hot pot at Haidilao
19:40 Forbidden City tour and safety
中國北京中國旅遊安全嗎beijing travel中國旅遊china tourismchinesewhat to do in beijing中國值得體驗的事best places to visit in chinachina travel guidebeijing vlog中國生活見聞most beautiful places to visit in chinaexplore beijingbeijing travel guidetravel guidethings to do in chinatravel china中國旅遊影片travel beijingchina travel vlogplaces to visit in beijingbeijing zoovlog外國人在中國china safetytravelIs China safe for tourists?
Yes, it's one of the safest places I've ever been. Cameras and security are everywhere, but just don't break the law because facial recognition is real.
How do you navigate if you don't speak Chinese?
Use Apple Maps for metro and walking, not Google Maps. WeChat for payments and Didi. Translation apps work well, and pointing is fine.
What apps do I need in China?
WeChat is essential for paying and booking Didi. Alipay also works. Download a VPN before you arrive to use Instagram, YouTube, and Google.
Are the pandas at Beijing Zoo treated well?
They are part of breeding programs. The viewing area is small but they have larger back spaces. Money from panda exhibits supports conservation.
What is the best food to try in Beijing?
Peking duck is a must—crispy skin, perfect. Also try Mr. Shi's dumplings (pork and cabbage) and Haidilao hot pot. Skip the dessert dumplings.
