Have you ever wondered how to find the nearest metro station or plan the perfect city-walk tour? Or felt anxious when you couldn't find a good restaurant?

Don't worry — Gaode Maps (also known as AMap Global), one of China's leading mapping services, has launched the country's first English map for overseas users. 

Whether you're living in China or just visiting, this app will make your life and travels much easier.

AMap Global

Available on: Android, iOS

Language: English

AMap provides various travel routes based on different modes of transportation, including driving, public transit, walking, and biking. If your destination is tricky to find, the app offers step-by-step navigation to guide you.

Shanghai's transportation system is complex, and without a well-planned route, you could end up wasting a lot of time. But don't worry — just tell AMap where you are and where you want to go, and it will generate multiple well-optimized routes with estimated times of arrival (ETAs) based on different transportation modes.

Plus, the routes are color-coded to reflect real-time traffic conditions:

- Green means smooth traffic.

- Red signals heavy congestion.

So, before setting off, plan your route wisely to avoid traffic jams and make the most of your time.

Taxi Service

If you are stranded with no metro station or bus stop nearby, AMap's taxi service may come to the rescue.

Just enter your location and destination, and the app will help you book a taxi straight to your final stop.

So, don't stress about getting lost — just enjoy exploring Shanghai with AMap!

Source: International Services Shanghai (https://english.shanghai.gov.cn/)

International Services Shanghai is an upgraded, multilingual portal for the Shanghai municipal government. It offers detailed policies, news updates, and useful tips for expats in Shanghai who are seeking information on business, employment, travel, education, or shopping.