By road
As elsewhere in China, motorcycle taxi services are available. Large intersections or areas with concentrations of bars or restaurants will attract a crowd of motorcyclists. Negotiate a price in advance ¥5-10. Unlike in other areas, the driver is unlikely to have a helmet available for you. Hold on tight.
By taxi
Guiyang taxis charge ¥10 at flagfall. Short trips within the city should cost ¥10. This is an excellent way to get around, as taxis are everywhere. Note that taxis charge extra late at night ¥12 starting rate although for short trips the driver may let you off with the ¥10 flat rate. Taxis heading into or out of the city center may pick up extra passengers.
By bus
Guiyang has a well developed bus system, although it is entirely in Chinese and takes some getting used to. A local can help you if you know where you are going. All bus fares cost ¥1. Small local buses pick up passengers at various points around town and can take you to Huaxi or more distant districts of the city for ¥2 per person. These buses can get crowded and are forbidden technically to carry standing passengers. As a result, all of the standing riders are asked to duck when passing the police.
On foot
Although not the smallest town in China, many of Guiyang's neighborhoods and sights can be seen with a little patience and footwork. This is also a great way to experience life in a still emerging town. The city abounds with small workshops often in what would normally be locations for small shops or restaurants, delightful street-side restaurants, and small shops selling everything from local handicrafts to new business cards next day availability and sheet metal.