Archive · 2 Jun 2025
China's May Day Holiday: Travel and Spending Trends
During the May Day holiday, many Chinese people traveled and spent money.
More people traveled domestically than the previous year, although the growth rate was slightly lower.
Tourist spending increased significantly.
Retail and catering businesses also saw increased sales.
The number of foreigners visiting China grew substantially.
This holiday is seen as an important indicator of how well China's economy is doing.
China's domestic travel increased 6.4% during the May Day holiday.
Tourist spending rose 8% year-over-year to 180.3 billion yuan.
Domestic travel was 36% higher than pre-pandemic levels in 2019.
Retail and catering sales saw a 6.3% increase during the holiday.
Foreigners traveling to China surged 173% year-on-year.
- Who
- Chinese travelers and tourists visiting China
- What
- Travel and spending during the May Day holiday in China
- When
- May Day holiday
- Where
- China
- Why
- The May Day holiday is a significant indicator of China's economic health and a revenue source.
- Domestic Trips
- 314 million
- Domestic Travel Growth
- 6.4%
- Tourist Spending Increase
- 8%
- Tourist Spending
- 180.3 billion yuan ($25 billion)
- Retail and Catering Sales Increase
- 6.3%
- Year-on-Year Increase in Foreign Visitors
- 173%