What does groceries cost in Xuzhou?

Basic groceries in Xuzhou cost: milk (1L) ($2), bread (500g) ($1), rice (1kg) ($1), eggs (12 pack) ($1), chicken breast (1kg) ($1), apples (1kg) ($1), bananas (1kg) ($1).

What does dining out cost in Xuzhou?

Dining out in Xuzhou: inexpensive meal ($4), mid-range restaurant meal ($19), local beer ($2), coffee ($2).

What does housing cost in Xuzhou?

Average monthly rent in Xuzhou: 1-bedroom apartment in city center ($207), 1-bedroom apartment outside center ($198), 3-bedroom apartment in city center ($422), 3-bedroom apartment outside center ($280).

What does transportation cost in Xuzhou?

Transportation costs in Xuzhou: public transport ticket ($0.28), taxi starting fare ($1.31), gasoline per liter ($1.05), monthly transport pass ($11.00).

What does utilities cost in Xuzhou?

Monthly utilities in Xuzhou: basic utilities for 85m² apartment ($42), mobile phone plan ($4), internet ($7).

What does entertainment cost in Xuzhou?

Entertainment costs in Xuzhou: movie ticket ($13), theater ticket ($82), gym membership ($38).

What does personal care cost in Xuzhou?

Personal care items in Xuzhou: toothpaste ($1), haircut ($4).

What does clothing cost in Xuzhou?

Clothing prices in Xuzhou: jeans ($28), dress ($23), sneakers ($52), leather shoes ($55).

What does healthcare cost in Xuzhou?

Healthcare costs in Xuzhou: cold medicine ($2).

What does education cost in Xuzhou?

Education costs in Xuzhou: preschool (monthly) ($275), international school (monthly) ($18242).

What does other expenses cost in Xuzhou?

Costs in Xuzhou include: averageSalary ($1101), tv ($238), microwave ($65), laundryDetergent ($4), cleaning ($6).

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China

Xuzhou City Guide

Jiangsu

Explore Xuzhou City Guide

Xuzhou is a city in northwestern Jiangsu, China, known for its Han Dynasty history and cultural sites. It has a mix of northern and southern Chinese influences. For travelers, it offers rich history, natural parks, and a more local Chinese experience with limited English.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene

Excellent

Local dishes are rich in flavor and fat. International options are few. Vegetarian choices exist but can be limited.

Local Dishes:

Sha Soup, Pepper Soup, Braised Pork Rice, Steamed Dumplings, Lamb Soup

International Cuisine:

French Cuisine, Japanese Ramen, KFC, McDonald's

Vegetarian Friendly

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Nightlife

Limited

Nightlife is calm with bars around Hubu Hill and tea houses. Beer and bar festivals happen seasonally.

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Coffee Culture

Limited

Basic coffee houses exist but specialty coffee is limited.

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Tipping

Not Required

Tipping is not expected and can be confusing; occasionally given to tour guides or drivers.

Top Attractions

Guishan Han Dynasty Tombs

Historical

Historic tombs from the Han era.

Xuzhou Museum

Museum

Museum with Han Dynasty artifacts.

Yunlong Lake Scenic Area

Nature

Large park with lake and walking paths.

Xuzhou Fantawild Wonderland

Entertainment

Modern amusement park.

Baolian Temple

Cultural

Historic temple complex.

Xuzhou Terracotta Warriors

Historical

Han dynasty terracotta sculptures.

SIM Cards

SIM cards are sold at China Mobile, China Unicom, and China Telecom shops. Passport required for registration.

Available at:

• China Mobile

• China Unicom

• China Telecom

Recommended Apps

WeChat (微信 Weixin)(Communication)

Alipay (支付宝 Zhifubao)(Finance)

Didi Chuxing (滴滴出行)(Transport)

Meituan (美团)(Food)

Baidu Maps (百度地图)(Navigation)

Pleco(Learning)

VPN(Utility)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness

Good

Reasonably clean for a city of its size with regular sanitation.

24/7 Services

Limited

Few 24/7 services; some cinemas, gyms, and eateries open late but pharmacies and clinics usually close earlier.

Groceries

Wanda Mall

IFC Mall

Metro

Supermarkets and fresh markets are widely available. Malls like Wanda and IFC offer imported goods.

Cashless Payments

Widely accepted

Mobile payments via Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely used. Cash is rarely needed for daily purchases.

ATMs

ATMs from major Chinese banks are common. Foreign cards may work in international or large bank ATMs with possible fees.

Schools

International

Xuzhou has some international schools but mainly local Mandarin instruction.

Available Schools:

• Local schools

• International Schools

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces

Not Available

Work-Friendly Cafés

Limited

UBC Coffee

Popular café, some seating and Wi-Fi.

DIO Coffee

Basic coffee shop, Wi-Fi available.

BBS Coffee

Casual coffee spot, decent for short work sessions.

Alternatives:

Hotel lobbies

Some offer Wi-Fi and quiet spaces for work.

Libraries

Quiet places but may not have power outlets or strong Wi-Fi.

Digital Nomad Community

Poor

The foreign and digital nomad community is very small to non-existent.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces

Excellent

Many large parks and green areas, good for outdoor activities.

Running

Good

Good running paths in parks like Yunlong Lake and Quanshan Forest Park.

Gyms

Available

Gyms and sports centers are available, including hotel facilities and public pools.

Available Gyms:

• Jianmei Liren Fitness Club

• Mengzhijian Fitness Club

• Cordis Hotel Gym

Tennis

Good

Tennis courts are available at sports centers and clubs.

Padel

Poor

Padel is not common in Xuzhou.

Yoga

Poor

Yoga studios are scarce; some gyms might offer classes.

Martial Arts

Limited

Known for Taekwondo and traditional martial arts; limited international training options.

Skiing

Poor

No skiing available in Xuzhou.

Water Sports

Poor

Boat rides are available on Yunlong Lake but water sports are limited.

Surfing

Poor

No surfing due to inland location.

Diving

Poor

No diving opportunities inland.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare

Good

Public hospitals are crowded and mostly local-language. Private options cost more. Translation help is advised.

Hospitals:

• Local public hospitals

Pharmacies:

• Local pharmacies

Tap Water Safety

Not recommended

Tap water should be boiled or use bottled water for drinking.

Common Scams

Tea ceremony scams with high bills, Taxi overcharging and unlicensed taxis, Fake beggars and monks, Fake tours and overpriced shops, Practice English scam, Fake traditional medicine clinics

Community & Family

Family Friendly

Good

Parks, playgrounds, and amusement parks like Fantawild and Ocean World are good for families.

LGBTQ+ Friendly

Limited

LGBTQ+ culture is low-key and conservative; safe spaces are rare.

Pet Friendly

Limited

Pet facilities are limited and regulations strict, but veterinary services exist.

Communities

WeChat Expat Groups (Online)

Dazhong Dianping (App)

Local University International Offices (Institution)

Quick Facts

Population

9,083,790

Power Reliability

Excellent

9/10

Power is reliable with rare outages in Xuzhou.

Mountains

Available

Nearby mountains like Yunlong and Yuntai offer hiking and views.

Languages

Mandarin Chinese(100%)

English(5%)

Emergency

110

Police

120

Medical Emergency/Ambulance

119

Fire and Rescue

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami

Very Low Risk

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Earthquake

Low Risk

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Air quality

December, January, February

Smog and haze can affect air quality, especially in winter.

Cold Winters

December, January, February

Winter temperatures can be cold, requiring warm clothing.

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