Take a taxi is the best way for expatriates to get oriental to the city.

There are over 67,000 taxis running in every corner of the city. Some taxi drivers speak some English, while most do not. The city authorities have claimed plans to improve drivers' English. Make sure you have the address written in Chinese, and don't rely on a name like Hilton or Hyatt to get you to your hotel: the Chinese names for these establishments are quite different from their famous global labels, which very few drivers will recognize. If there is a phone contact at your destination, note that as well: a mobile phone is the most useful navigation tool in Beijing!

Beijing cab drivers are honest, and incidents of drivers deliberately taking advantage of foreigners are very rare. Tipping in China is not customary and drivers will expect to be paid only what is on the meter, plus any road tolls. The taxi fleet has been upgraded over the past two years, and nearly all vehicles are now reasonably spacious and comfortable. Sit in the front if you want to buckle up: bizzarely, there is no requirement for rear seatbelts, and most cab companies rip them out.

TAXI AND TAXI FARES
In Beijing there are three types of taxi, the difference primarily being in the quality of the car in which you ride and the amount of fare that is charged. In the rear passenger window of each Taxi is the price of the taxi, the least expensive being 1.20, then 1.60, and 2.00 Yuan per 1 km. （?）

Starting fare is RMB 10, and beyond 3 km the rate is RMB 2 per km. There are surcharges for long-distance and late night trips. Five minutes of waiting time equals 1 km of driving time. Keep the printed receipt at the end of the trip: it includes all vehicle details, which is invaluable if you have left an item in the taxi.

Avoid taxi touts at the airport, at bus stations etc. They are trying to steer you to unofficial taxis (known as ''black cars'' in Chinese). These have no meters, and while some Beijingers cheerfully use them, foreigners should steer clear.

Taxi calling number: 010-68373399, 96103
Taxi complaint number: 010- 68351150, 68351570, 68344238

SUBWAY

Subway is the fastest way to get around Beijing. The flat fare is RMB 2 anywhere on the system, payable either with a stored-value card or a one-time use ticket.

Below is the updated Subway Map:下附最新的地铁路线图

CAR RENTAL

All the car rental agencies below offer round-the-clock rescue free of charge. Foreigners need either one or two Beijingers to act as guarantors before they hire a car, who should bring their ID cards and residence permits (hukou). A valid driving license and passport are also required. Most have a daily mileage limit of 180km per day.

Hertz Rent A Car
Toll Free Number:800-810-8883

New Concept Car Rental Center
Toll-free reservations on 6457-5566