Chengdu, China

A Sichuan capital famous for giant pandas, teahouses, spicy cuisine, and the ancient Dujiangyan irrigation system nearby.

city and sunset in Chengdu, China

🏛️ Sights & Attractions in Chengdu

  • Chengdu Research Base — The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is a government-funded non-profit breeding and research institute for giant pandas, red pandas, and other rare animals, located in Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
  • Wenshu Monastery — Wenshu Temple, or Wenshu Monastery, is a Buddhist temple located in Qingyang, Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
  • Jinsha Site Museum — Jinsha is a Chinese archaeological site located in Qingyang, Chengdu, the capital of the Chinese province of Sichuan. The site is one of the major archaeological discoveries in China during the 21st century. It is listed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Tentative List and Ma
  • Jinli Ancient Street — Jinli Ancient Street is a reconstructed historic pedestrian street next to Wuhou Shrine, with traditional architecture, teahouses, snack stalls, and craft shops. One of Chengdu's most popular tourist streets, especially lively at night with red lanterns.
  • Du Fu Thatched Cottage — is a 24-acre (97,000 m2) park and museum in honour of the Tang dynasty poet Du Fu at the western outskirts of Chengdu, adjacent to the Huanhua Xi. In 1961 the Chinese government made the cottage a National Heritage site.
  • Wuhou Shrine — Wuhou Shrine is China's only joint memorial to a king and his minister, dedicated to Zhuge Liang and Liu Bei of the Shu Han kingdom from the Three Kingdoms period. The 80,000m² complex houses historic steles, the Hall of Zhuge Liang, and the Tomb of Liu Bei.
  • Wide and Narrow Alley — Kuanzhai Xiangzi (Wide and Narrow Alley) is a historic district of three parallel Qing Dynasty alleys (Kuan, Zhai, and Jing) with restored courtyard homes, teahouses, boutique shops, and Sichuan restaurants, one of Chengdu's most popular leisure areas.
  • Sichuan Museum — Chengdu Museum is a public municipal museum in Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
  • Qingyang Palace — The Chengdu Huangcheng Mosque is a mosque in Qingyang District, Chengdu, in the Sichuan province of China. It is the largest mosque in Sichuan.
  • People's Park Chengdu — People's Park is an urban public park in central Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, China. Built in 1911 as Shaocheng Park (少城公园), it is the first public park in the city. The Railway Protection Movement Monument in the park is designated a Major Historical and Cultural Site o
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🥾 Trails & Hikes in Chengdu

  • People's Park walk — Walk through People's Park in central Chengdu, with bamboo gardens, the Heming Teahouse, a bonsai garden, and the Gold Water River, where locals practice tai chi, sing opera, and drink tea.
  • Kuanzhai Alley walk — Walk the three parallel Qing Dynasty alleys of Kuanzhai (Wide, Narrow, and Well), with restored courtyard homes, boutique shops, street food, and traditional teahouses.
  • Mount Qingcheng front trail — Hike the front mountain of Qingcheng, the birthplace of Taoism, with temples, caves, and pavilions along a stone path through ancient cypress forests, reachable by cable car or on foot.
  • Mount Qingcheng back trail — Hike the back mountain of Qingcheng through dense forest, past waterfalls, streams, and the Wudong Tienist temple, a more rugged and natural route than the front mountain.
  • Dujiangyan scenic walk — Walk the Dujiangyan Irrigation System scenic area, crossing the Anlan Suspension Bridge over the Min River, visiting the Fish Mouth embankment and the Erwang Temple dedicated to the engineer Li Bing.
  • Jin River promenade — Walk the Jin River promenade through central Chengdu, a riverside path connecting parks, bridges, and historic sites, popular for evening strolls and riverside dining.
  • Huanhuaxi Park walk — Walk through Huanhuaxi Park, Chengdu's largest city park at 283 hectares, with bamboo groves, a lake, poetry inscriptions, and the Du Fu Thatched Cottage on its grounds.
  • Jinli Street to Wuhou Shrine — Walk from Jinli Ancient Street to Wuhou Shrine through the Three Kingdoms cultural district, past traditional architecture, snack stalls, and the historic shrine complex.
  • Leshan Buddha trail — Walk the cliffside path at Leshan to view the 71m Giant Buddha from multiple angles, descending the red sandstone stairs carved into the cliff beside the Buddha's foot.
  • Tianfu Square to Chunxi Road — Walk from Tianfu Square down Chunxi Road to the IFS shopping district, the commercial spine of Chengdu with luxury malls, street food, and the famous panda sculpture.
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🍽️ Restaurants in Chengdu

  • Chen Mapo Tofu — Chen Mapo Tofu is the original restaurant that invented the famous Sichuan dish mapo doufu in 1862, serving soft tofu in a spicy chili and fermented bean paste sauce with minced beef, still at its original location near Wuhou Shrine.
  • Yu's Hotpot — Yu's Hotpot is a famous Sichuan hotpot restaurant in Chengdu, known for its spicy mala broth, fresh ingredients, and traditional Sichuan hotpot experience with a numbing, fiery kick.
  • Shu Jiu Xiang — Shu Jiu Xiang is a popular Sichuan restaurant near Wuhou Shrine, known for its authentic Sichuan cuisine including kung pao chicken, twice-cooked pork, and tea-smoked duck.
  • Long Chao Shou — Long Chao Shou is a historic Chengdu restaurant since 1941, specializing in chaoshou (Sichuan wontons) in a clear broth or spicy chili oil, a local breakfast staple.
  • Zhong Dumplings — Zhong Dumplings is a famous Chengdu restaurant since 1893, serving sweet and savory Sichuan dumplings in a soy, garlic, and chili oil sauce, a Michelin Bib Gourmand winner.
  • Din Tai Fung Chengdu — Din Tai Fung's Chengdu location at IFS serves the famous Taiwanese soup dumplings alongside Sichuan-inspired dishes, with a view of the giant panda sculpture.
  • Fu Rong Jiao — Fu Rong Jiao is a traditional Sichuan restaurant in the Kuanzhai Alley area, serving classic dishes like fuqi feipian (husband and wife lung slices), mapo tofu, and Sichuan cold dishes.
  • Ma Wang Yuan — Ma Wang Yuan is a popular Chengdu restaurant for dan dan noodles, serving the classic Sichuan street food with chili oil, Sichuan pepper, sesame paste, and minced pork.
  • Shu Wei Xuan — Shu Wei Xuan is a Sichuan restaurant in the Wuhou district, known for its authentic Sichuan cuisine, including boiled beef in chili sauce, steamed fish, and sauteed seasonal vegetables.
  • Jin Li Snack Street — Jin Li Snack Street is a pedestrian street next to Wuhou Shrine with food stalls serving Sichuan snacks like three cannons (sweet sticky rice balls), rabbit head, and spicy noodles.
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🍸 Bars & Nightlife in Chengdu

  • Muse Club — Muse Club is a popular nightclub in the Jiuyanqiao district, with EDM and hip-hop music, VIP tables, and a young, energetic crowd.
  • Lan Kwai Fong Chengdu — Lan Kwai Fong Chengdu is a nightlife complex in the city center, inspired by the Hong Kong district, with bars, clubs, and restaurants in a modern, upscale setting.
  • The Beer Nest — The Beer Nest is a craft beer bar in Chengdu with 20+ taps of imported and local craft beers, a relaxed atmosphere, and a menu of bar snacks and burgers.
  • Jing Bar — Jing Bar is a popular cocktail bar in the Tongzilin district, known for its creative drinks, outdoor terrace, and lively atmosphere, popular with expats.
  • Mojo Bar — Mojo Bar is a cocktail bar in the city center, known for its classic cocktails, whisky selection, and sophisticated atmosphere.
  • Revolution Cocktail — Revolution Cocktail is a speakeasy-style bar in Chengdu, hidden behind an unmarked door, known for its creative cocktails and intimate atmosphere.
  • Flamingo Cocktail Bar — Flamingo Cocktail Bar is a tropical-themed cocktail bar in Chengdu, with tiki drinks, rum cocktails, and a lush, plant-filled interior.
  • The Bridge Music Bar — The Bridge Music Bar is a live music venue near Jiuyanqiao Bridge, with local bands playing rock, jazz, and folk, plus a riverside terrace.
  • Zebra Music Bar — Zebra Music Bar is a live music bar in Chengdu, with local and touring bands playing rock, indie, and folk, plus a menu of drinks and snacks.
  • Babu II — Babu II is a popular nightclub in Chengdu, with EDM, hip-hop, and a young, party-focused crowd, one of the city's busiest clubs on weekends.
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🎯 Activities & Tours in Chengdu

  • Free Walking Tour in Chengdu, Experience the city like a Local — Discover the authentic side of Chengdu on this immersive 3-4 hour walking tour through the vibrant old neighborhood. Skip the tourist spots and wander through local markets, tree-lined streets, and cozy cafes where residents enjoy their daily lives. Sample local street food just
  • Chengdu Panda Research Base Tickets And Optional Private Tour — One of Chengdu’s most popular attractions, this panda park 18km north of the city centre is the easiest way to glimpse Sichuan’s most famous residents. Don't, however, make the mistake of thinking you'll be seeing wild pandas. They are kept in large enclosures and have a dedicate
  • Chengdu Private Sightseeing Tour with Panda Breeding Center Visit — This private city sightseeing tour of Chengdu takes you to all the highlights: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Wenshu Temple, People’s Park and Old Town. Spend several hours watching adorable pandas before your guide takes you by private vehicle to the famous Zen B
  • Tuktuk Food Tour Through Chengdu's Local Eats — This is not another walking tour. These small group tours whisk you off the beaten path by private tuktuk and offer unlimited beer and soda while you and your English speaking guide watch the city pass by. You will eat where the locals eat at small, family-run businesses and try
  • Authentic Local Tour in Chengdu — Immerse yourself in the authentic daily life of Chengdu! Taste mouth-watering local snacks and connect with the friendly locals. To top it off, unwind at an ancient park with a laid-back activity after your city walk
  • 3-hour In-depth History and Culture Walk Tour in Central Chengdu — This corner of Chengdu was known by many names: Shaocheng (少城), Luocheng（罗城）, Mancheng(满城)—each name a chapter in its 2200-year saga. Once a walled world, sealed off for Manchu communities alone, this enclave wasn’t just bricks and boundaries; it was a living, breathing slice of
  • Dujiangyan irrigation+Mt. Qingcheng or Panda Park Day Tour — Our English guides are experienced and knowledgeable. They are still sticking with inbound tourism after the 3 years hard time. A lot of English guides gave up tourism during the past 3 years and changed their jobs. However, we still kept the most experienced guide and they are r
  • Giant Panda and Buddha 1 day tour — This tour brings you to the adorable pandas and more! Pandas are more then good-looking and cute, they are special! Join us to find out a full story of how do they live, why are they here and even funny things about these precious neighbour and treasure of human being! The 71 me
  • Leshan Giant Buddha and Huanglongxi Ancient Town Day Trip — The personal drivers we provide are professional drivers who serve foreign tourists all year round. They will do a good job of safety and service! This is a private travel event only for you and your family and friends. In order to save your costs we do not include tickets, and s
  • Chengdu Museum Tours & Tickets — The Chengdu Museum is one of the most famous—and interesting—attractions in chengdu, and its vast collection can be overwhelming. Head directly inside at the reserved time with your guide and focus on the museum's highlights, learn about Chengdu's history and culture. 1、Entry Ti
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🏨 Hotels & Stays in Chengdu

  • JW Marriott Hotel Chengdu — 5-star hotel in Chengdu city center with spa, indoor pool, sauna, fitness center, and free bicycles. 6-minute walk to Tianfu Square and less than 0.6 mi to Chunxi Road.
  • The St. Regis Chengdu — Luxury hotel with indoor and outdoor pools, 6 dining options, 24-hour fitness center, and spa. 8-minute walk to Taikoo Li and IFS Shopping Mall. 15-minute walk to Tianfu Square.
  • Shangri-La Chengdu — Riverside luxury hotel with city views, CHI Spa, swimming pool, tennis court, and multiple restaurants including Sichuan and Cantonese cuisine. 15-minute walk to Chunxi Road.
  • Crowne Plaza Chengdu Wuhou — Hotel with indoor pool, restaurant, and EV charging. 6.2 mi from the airport and near Wuhou Memorial Temple, Du Fu Thatched Cottage, and Kuanzhai Ancient Street.
  • Holiday Inn Express Chengdu Wuhou — Affordable hotel near Hongpailou Station (Line 3) with free parking, restaurant, and free wired internet. 15-minute drive from Wuhou Memorial Temple and Jinli Ancient Street.
  • The Temple House — Boutique luxury hotel by Swire Hotels next to Daci Temple, with courtyard design, Italian restaurant, tea house, and spa. Steps from Taikoo Li shopping and dining district.
  • Flipflop Lounge Hostel Chengdu — Budget hostel in central Chengdu with dorm beds and private rooms, bar, lounge, and free WiFi. Walking distance to Tianfu Square and Chunxi Road shopping.
  • ibis Chengdu Chunxi Road — Budget hotel near Chunxi Road pedestrian street with simple, modern rooms and free WiFi. Walking distance to shopping, dining, and Tianfu Square metro station.
  • POSHPACKER- Chengdu Flipflop Hostel — POSHPACKER- Chengdu Flipflop Hostel is a hostel in Chengdu city center, Chengdu. Guest review score: 8.8/10. Check current rates and availability via the booking link.
  • IU Hotel Chengdu Qinhe Square Branch — IU Hotel Chengdu Qinhe Square Branch is a hotel in Chengdu city center, Chengdu. Guest review score: 9.3/10. Check current rates and availability via the booking link.
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