Riding a bicycle means you have joined the Chinese. A bike will easily take you to alleyways and hutong, where other means of transportation do not usually have access. You can enjoy street scenes, visit small museums of celebrities, and call on residents' homes. You also have an additional advantage of freedom of movement-you can stop wherever you want.

In China, most hotels and travel agencies provide the bike rental serves for visitors, so when you needs, contact those departments. When rent a bike, a valid ID, such as a passport, should be presented. Rent is calculated based on the number of days the bike is used. A deposit is required for each rental. When bikes are returned in good conditions and a refund can be secured with the receipt.

Here are some tips for biking in China:

1. Always ride to the right side of the street
2. Stop at the line before a red light
3. Make a gesture and let others know when you want to make a left or right turn
4. Obey instructions by traffic police, and when an accident happens, immediately go to the police
5. Carrying a person on the back seat and "hands-free" riding are forbidden
6. Peak hours of 7:00-8: 00 in the morning and 4:00-6:00 in the afternoon should be avoid when going on a bike tour.