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Which Chinese city should you visit first?

China has over 600 cities. Narrow it down in 30 seconds: answer a few questions and get a personalized city ranking based on your travel style, food preferences, and comfort level.

44 major cities 6 questions Personalized score Guide links included

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What this tool covers

44 major tourist cities

  • Classic first-timers — Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Guilin, Chengdu
  • Hidden gems — Dunhuang, Zhangjiajie, Kashgar, Dali, Pingyao
  • Modern & coastal — Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong, Macau, Xiamen
  • Seasonal & scenic — Sanya, Harbin, Jiuzhaigou, Huangshan, Lhasa

What this tool doesn\'t cover

It is not a complete planner

The City Picker narrows down your options. Once you choose a city, use our detailed guides to plan your visa, payment setup, train tickets, and daily itinerary. City recommendations are editorial, not official travel advice.