The Ultimate China Map App: AMap Complete Guide
A reliable map app is crucial for any trip, especially when traveling to a foreign country.
Google Maps is unreliable in China. It may occasionally load some street information, but it’s generally outdatedand inconsistent.
That’s why I recommend AMap (also known as Gaode Map), the most trusted and widely used map app in China, popular among locals and travelers alike.
Download AMap
AMap is available on iOS / Android and also accessible through the browser.
Supported Languages
AMap supports many languages, including English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Dutch, Thai, Japanese, Korean, Turkish, Italian, Russian, Vietnamese, and Traditional Chinese, making it accessible for global travelers.
Setting Up AMap
Upon first opening AMap, select your preferred language (e.g., English) from the pop-up window.
Confirm your language choice on the subsequent screen, then close and restart the app to apply the settings.
Finding a Place on AMap
AMap’s search function supports both English and Chinese location names.
You can copy and paste Chinese addresses from the internet directly into the search bar, and AMap will display the location in both Chinese and your selected language.
Using AMap with WelcomeCQ
On WelcomeCQ, locations are marked with a pin icon, indicating they can be opened directly in AMap.
Simply click the link to launch AMap and start navigation.
Finding Nearby Amenities
AMap helps you locate nearby transit options, cycling routes, restaurants, entertainment, malls, hotels, and attractions with ease.
Ride-Hailing with AMap
AMap offers ride-hailing services.
To book a ride:
- Click the “Ride” button
- Set the pin to your current location.
- Enter your destination.
- Review ride options and prices, then click “Agree” to book
Payments can be made via Alipay or WeChat Pay, which must be set up in advance.
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