Ride Hailing Guide
Hail a DiDi in Alipay
Need a ride in China? No extra app—use DiDi inside Alipay, just like Uber. No local phone number required.
1
Open Alipay
Tap Transport on homepage
2
Select Taxi
Tap Taxi—no download needed!
3
Enter Destination
Type your destination in English (e.g., 'The Bund').
Public Transport
Didi Taxi
4
Choose Car Type
Select 'Express' (Standard) or 'Taxi' (Metered). Express is usually better as the price is fixed.
5
Pay Automatically
Payment is deducted from your Alipay balance automatically at the end of the trip.
Important: Didi drivers will often call you.
Don't panic! Most don't speak English.
Just send a message in the app: 'I am at the pick-up point.' The app translates it for them.
Don't panic! Most don't speak English.
Just send a message in the app: 'I am at the pick-up point.' The app translates it for them.
Pro Tip:
If you are at a large hotel or mall, go to the designated 'Taxi Stand' or 'Drop-off Zone' to make it easier for the driver to find you.