Walling Hotel - Jiefangbei Hongyadong, Chongqing
Tourist Assistant
DiDi
China's leading ride-hailing app with English language support. Similar to Uber and Lyft but specifically designed for China's market. Features upfront pricing, in-app translation for communicating with drivers, and multiple vehicle options.
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Features
- ✓ Book taxis, premium cars, shared rides, and even luxury vehicles
- ✓ Full English language interface available in the app settings
- ✓ In-app real-time translation for communicating with drivers who speak only Chinese
- ✓ Upfront pricing with no bargaining or meter disputes
- ✓ Flexible payment: link Visa/Mastercard/JCB international cards or use Apple Pay directly — Alipay and WeChat Pay also work.
- ✓ Share your trip with friends or family for safety tracking
- ✓ Schedule rides in advance for airport transfers and early morning trips
- ✓ Rate drivers and view their ratings before confirming your ride
- ✓ Use the China version: the international DiDi app does not work in mainland China — download the Chinese DiDi app, or use the DiDi English mini-program inside Alipay.
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How to Use
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Download DiDi from the App Store or Google Play
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Register with your international phone number
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Go to Settings and switch the language to English
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Link your WeChat Pay or Alipay for payment
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Enter your destination by typing the address or dropping a pin on the map
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Choose your ride type: Express (cheapest), Premier (comfortable), or Luxury
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Confirm the ride and wait for a driver to accept. The app shows estimated arrival time
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Use the in-app chat with auto-translation to communicate with your driver if needed
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FAQ
Cash payment is available for some ride types in some cities, but it is not always reliable. It is strongly recommended to set up WeChat Pay or Alipay for a smoother experience.
Yes, DiDi has extensive safety features including trip sharing, emergency SOS button, audio recording, and driver identity verification. All trips are GPS-tracked and recorded.
DiDi has built-in real-time translation in the chat. Type in English and the driver sees Chinese, and vice versa. You can also use preset messages for common situations.
Yes, you can schedule rides up to 2 days in advance. This is especially useful for airport transfers and early morning flights.
Use the Lost and Found feature in the app. Go to your trip history, select the trip, and contact the driver through the app.
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Important Notes
During peak hours (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM) and rainy weather, wait times can be 15-30 minutes. Request rides in advance
Always confirm the license plate and driver name match the app before getting in the car
Surge pricing applies during high demand periods. The app shows the estimated fare before you confirm
In some areas, drivers may call to confirm your exact pickup location. The auto-translation feature helps
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