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Chengdu Travel Guide

Welcome to chengdu.

Have you heard of Chengdu? Not as well-known as bigger cities like Shanghai, Chengdu is nonetheless a popular travel destination for good reason. It has amazing spicy food, beautiful natural surroundings, a high quality of life, and lots of pandas.

• Things to do
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• Where to stay
• Around Chengdu

Located in Sichuan province, the greater Chengdu area is home to a staggering 14 million residents.

It’s surrounded by rich farmlands that have led to the city’s impressive agricultural wealth. Often called the ‘Land of Milk and Honey’, the Chengdu metropolis is one of the most liveable cities in China.

As well as being known for its panda tourism and spicy food, Chengdu has a great atmosphere. The city is famously laid-back and relaxed despite its size and busyness. This more relaxed way of life may be one of the most attractive things about Chengdu.

Chengdu street food. Image supplied by Mike Cairnduff.

Chengdu is famous for its pandas. Image supplied by Mike Cairnduff.

Chengdu is panda central

Chengdu is most famous for its panda population and almost everything in the city reflects that natural connection.

All around the city you’ll find panda shoes, purses, hats, and giant panda buses that transport people around the city.

Chengdu is home to several panda breeding and research facilities, which probably explains its close connection with this lovable animal.

So, while you’re in the city, make sure you head out to one of them to see the panda places and maybe even sign up to be a zookeeper for the day.

The Chengdu tourist experience

Chengdu is open and welcoming to tourists.

This is part of the city’s laid-back culture, but it doesn’t mean that travel around the city is always easy. There isn’t a lot of English in Chengdu, so you should never expect the locals to speak it. The signs and menus are also usually in Chinese.

This lack of English isn’t as difficult to navigate as you might think. Just make sure you always have your destination in Chinese characters on your phone. Also have your hotel name handy, in case you get lost.

With the help of a Chinese map app , you can use your phone to work out where you are and the best way to get where you’re going.

Things to see and do around Chengdu

Chengdu is a city of steel and skyscrapers, without a lot of historic or beautiful buildings.

But it makes up for that with a lot of natural attractions that are more amazing than anything man-made could be.

1. See giant pandas

The Giant Panda Breeding and Research Base is huge. Image supplied by Mike Cairnduff.

You can’t visit Chengdu without seeing the giant pandas. Fortunately, there are lots of places where you can see pandas and their cubs. You can even volunteer to get up close and personal with them through a zookeeper or volunteer program.

Some of the best places to see pandas are:

• Giant Panda Breeding and Research Base – the big one, often with baby pandas
• Dujiangyan Panda Base – good for volunteering
• Wolong Panda Research Center – enjoy a night tour with less tourists.

2. Be part of Chengdu’s teahouse culture

A traditional tea house in Chengdu. Image by ZorroGabriel on Shutterstock.

Chengdu is famously laid-back, and its teahouse culture is a big part of that. Teahouses are where the locals congregate, play mah-jong, and drink cup after cup of hot tea.

If you want to be part of the local culture, then escape the busy city the same way the locals do. Head to one of the local teahouses and try some brews.

3. Eat Sichuan food

Hot pot is commonly eaten in Chengdu. Image by Leacky Chen on Pixabay.

Every part of China has different food and food traditions, and Sichuan province is no different. It’s known for its spicy food, so be prepared to have your tolerance for hot food increased during your trip.

While you’re in Chengdu, here are some dishes that you should try:

• Spicy hot pot
• Spicy chicken on a stick
• Rabbit fried with peppers
• Dan Dan noodles .

In Chengdu, the best restaurants aren’t usually on the tourist trail. You’ll need to find the places where the locals eat and there usually won’t be menus or signs in English to help.

Take a tour if you need to or ask any local who speaks English where they eat and don’t be afraid to take some chances.

4. Explore the Chengdu Wuhou Shrine

One of the oldest temples in Chengdu, this shrine dates back to 302 AD and is a vast temple structure with a lot to see and admire.

It’s located about 20 minutes out of the city and is a great side trip if you’re interested in history or architecture.

5. See the Leshan Giant Buddha

The Giant Buddha is imposing in person. Image supplied by Mike Cairnduff.

A world heritage site, the spectacular Leshan Giant Buddha is 71 meters high and carved into rock. Just under two hours outside of Chengdu, this sculpture was started by a Buddhist monk in AD 713 and completed in 803 by fellow monks after his death.

Crowds can be pretty intense, so if you’re not fussed climbing the famous staircase in front of the Buddha, just pay a few dollars for a boat ride. It stops right out the front so you can take some amazing photos.

From Chengdu, catch a bullet train to Leshan and then a connecting tourist bus from the station. If that’s too much for you to handle, take a tour out there with a guide – many hotels and even hostels arrange them with accommodation pick-up and drop-off included.

6. Visit the Home of Du Fu

Du Fu is one of China’s best-known poets and you can see a recreation of his home that honors his memory in Chengdu. Du Fu lived between AD 759 and 763 and the recreation is a sprawling complex of beautiful gardens, bridges and serene waterways.

This attraction is a peaceful sanctuary in the middle of the city, and you can also learn more about Du Fu’s life at the Gong Bu Memorial Hall.

7. Watch Sichuan Opera

A Sichuan Opera performance. Image supplied by Mike Cairnduff.

The Shufeng Sichuan Opera House puts on regular performances of traditional Chinese music and theater. This is a not-to-be-missed experience while you’re in Chengdu!

You’ll get the chance to see ‘Bian Lian’, where the performers wear brightly colored masks and seem to swap faces with the flick of a fan. It’s really amazing.

While you’re there, make sure you spend some time in the surrounding Chengdu Cultural Park. The park is most famous for its Taoist Qingyang Temple, a remarkable example of traditional Chinese architecture.

8. Explore the historic alleys

If you just like to wander and explore when you travel, then why not do it in the most historic alleyways in Chengdu?

Located in the city’s old quarters, the Kuan, Zhai, and Jing Xiangzi alleys are narrow and heavy with the weight of the past. The alleys date back to the 17th century but have been recently renovated to reflect their former glory.

As you explore, you’ll find restaurants, beautiful public courtyards, traditional tea houses and stores. Also, don’t forget to check out the religious sites along the way like the Daci Temple and Wenshu Monastery.

Want even more inspiration on things to do in Chengdu? Take a read of Mike’s blog about visiting Chengdu .

Where to eat in Chengdu

Wherever you go in China you’ll find tasty, unusual food that will test your tastebuds. And Chengdu is no different.

This probably isn’t the best destination for you if you don’t like spicy food. But if you can handle a bit of heat, then you’ll have your pick of tasty treats.

Lao Ma Tou Hotpot 老碼頭火锅

Chengdu is all about the hotpot and this famous restaurant serves the most authentic hot pot experience around. Just make sure that you ask what’s in your hot pot, because there are some unusual meat choices like pig brain. Many of the hot pot dishes at this restaurant are very spicy, but there are some milder choices if you struggle with the heat.

Address: Lao Ma Tou, 27 Yulin N Road, Chengdu

Shang Chi Mian Guan 上池面馆

This restaurant is a popular choice among locals for twice-cooked pork noodles. It’s only open until 2pm, so make sure you get there early to try out this famous dish.

Address: QingYang District Shang Chi Zheng Street, Chengdu

Zhang Liang Fen

If you’ve been getting a little hot while traveling in Chengdu, why not try some cold noodles? Designed specifically to help people cope with Chengdu’s hot summers, this restaurant serves a variety of delicious cold noodles to delight every palate. Try the tian shui mian (sweet and spicy noodles) for a delightful balance of heat and sweet.

Address: Zhang Liang Fen, 39 Wenshuyuan Street, Chengdu

No Name Maocai 无名冒菜

A popular local restaurant, there’s often an hour wait for a table here and yet the locals queue happily for their meals. That tells you that the food must be really good! It’s famous for its maocai dish, a stew of meat and vegetables in stock.

Address: Qingyang Qu Xierdao jie 19 hao

Zaozishu Vegetarian Restaurant 成都枣子树素餐厅

Being a vegetarian in China can be difficult, where the people love everything meat. But this restaurant will help you stick to your diet. Known for its meatless versions of Chinese favorites like Peking duck, it’s centrally located and priced to suit almost every budget.

Address: 27 Qinglong Street, Qingyang District, 4th Floor, Platinum Age City, Chengdu

Spicy hotpot is huge in Chengdu. Image by Leacky Chen on Pixabay.

The best food markets in Chengdu

Markets are usually amazing places to eat in China, and the ones in Chengdu are no different.

The food is fresh and tasty, and the atmosphere is always interesting, adding a touch of fun to your meal.

Jinli Food Street 锦里街

Jinli Food Street, also known as Pedestrian Street, has the best local food and snacks in the city. You can wander up and down through this street buying snacks from different stalls and the food will be cheap and delicious. There’s also some great entertainment in the street in the form of plays, music, and traditional events.

Yangxixian Food Street 羊西线

This is the most popular food street in Chengdu. If you’re a  vegan , then you might have trouble finding an appropriate snack, but if you’re a meat eater then you’ll be in heaven. The food here is Muslim, reasonably priced, and absolutely delicious.

Yuling Living Square

The best places to eat in China are usually the local places, and that’s exactly what this street is. It’s where the locals congregate to eat, drink, and have fun at night. This street is full of bars, restaurants, and  snack carts , and it has a great energy too it that’s contagious.

Where to stay in Chengdu

Chengdu has a range of modern and more traditional accommodation options.

Just make sure that you choose which is right for you, as more traditional accommodations can be a shock to Western travelers.

The Mrs Panda Hostel is conveniently located near a Metro station and walking distance to the airport shuttle bus. It’s also a stone’s throw from the main shopping area and bar street.

This makes travel convenient and will make it easy for you to find fun things to do and see. The hostel is clean, affordable, and highly rated.

If you’re heading to beautiful Mt Emei, stay at Teddy Bear Hotel for the great location and teddy bear themed rooms!

Decorated in traditional Chinese style, the Wenjun Courtyard Hotel is simply stunning.

It’s also five minutes’ walk from the train station and close to popular tourist spots like Tianfu Square, Qingyang Temple, and the Kuanzhai Alleys.

The Hilton Chengdu is the best place to stay in the city if you have a little extra money to spend and like some luxury.

It’s reasonably priced for a 5-star hotel and offers a hot tub, sauna, fitness center, and spacious rooms. It’s also close to the train station as well as local restaurants.

Transport in Chengdu

Like most of China, Chengdu benefits from fast, cheap, and modern transport options.

And you will enjoy their convenience when you’re traveling in Chengdu.

Air transport

Chengdu’s Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is one of the busiest airports in the county. It’s to the southwest of the city and offers flights to cities all around China and to a number of international cities as well. This makes Chengdu a good base for exploring the rest of the country.

High speed rail

Chengdu is the largest railway hub in southwest China, so the trains are fast, convenient, and go almost everywhere. Just remember that the people at the station may not speak English, so you will have to have your destination name in Chinese to buy your ticket. Remember to have your passport handy too – you can’t travel on bullet trains without it.

Long distance bus

You can also use Chengdu’s long distance bus system to explore outside the city, though most buses stay inside Sichuan province. There are several coach stations throughout the city. You’re more likely to get help in English at the train station – long-distance buses in China are for the adventurous.

There are plenty of transport options in Chengdu. Image supplied by Mike Cairnduff.

The metro is one of the best ways to get around inside of Chengdu as it goes almost everywhere and is very cost-effective. The security is a little stricter than you’re probably used to, and you may need to have your bags scanned before you get on the train.

Public buses

Public buses are another good way to explore Chengdu and will take you to most of the big sights. Most routes run every half hour or more frequently, but they can be a little confusing, so make sure you know where you’re going. Have your Chinese map app handy.

Most buses in the urban area cost 1 CNY, though buses with air conditioning often cost 2 CNY. You will need to have exact change for the buses.

Sightseeing bus

If you want to see the main sites, then hop on the sightseeing bus. The sightseeing bus runs between two appointed spots without stops and the tickets are sold with the entry ticket to the attraction. Makes life easier!

You can hail a taxi at any time in Chengdu. Just make sure that you have the name of your destination in Chinese on your phone as the driver probably won’t speak much English. Make sure that the driver uses the meter and if you’re heading outside of the city, look up how much it will cost beforehand and be ready to barter.

A gateway to amazing places

One of the best things about traveling to Chengdu is its proximity to other amazing places that you can explore.

Whether you want to see natural scenery or historic attractions, you’ll be able to pick between some great options.

Visit the Mengdingshan Tea Plantation

Tea is incredibly popular in China and has been for years, so you should find out what it’s all about while you’re in the country. Mengdingshan is one of the oldest tea-growing areas in China and is located just two hours away from Chengdu.

While you’re there, you’ll be treated to beautiful scenery and learn about the culture and traditions of tea. Take a tour if you want to learn even more about this ancient tradition.

Climb Mount Emei

Mount Emei is amazing in spring and summer.

A famous Buddhist mountain in China, it’s dedicated to the Bodhisattva Puxian and is a couple of hours from the city by bullet train.

The beautiful Mt Emei is worth visiting. Image supplied by Mike Cairnduff.

The highest peak of the mountain is known as the Peak of the Ten Thousand Buddhas and is considered to be one of the four Holy Mountains in China.

The Jianmen Pass Scenic Route

This is a longer day trip but well worth the extra effort. Located around 186 miles from Chengdu, the pass is a popular spot for tours.

Known as the ‘Sword Gate Pass’ in English, the gate that once protected the road during the Ming Dynasty and beyond has recently been reconstructed. It’s a truly stunning sight against the steep slopes of the pass.

There are also several important historical sites nearby that are worth seeing.

Go further afield

If you’ve ever wanted to visit Tibet, then Chengdu is the perfect place to start.

The city is located on the eastern side of the Tibetan Plateau and offers a relatively easy trip into the ancient kingdom by plane or bullet train.

You can also use Chengdu as a base to explore West Sichuan, one of the most naturally and dramatically beautiful places in all of China.

Jiuzhaigou National Park. Image by msz010dzeta on Pixabay.

The area is home to two national parks, Jiuzhaigou National Park and Huanglong National Park.

They’re both known for their pristine and dramatic natural landscapes.

Videos about Chengdu

Get a visual taste of Chengdu before you visit!

Here’s a travel vlog about some of the things you can do in the city.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JU26dq9YnxA Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: 6 Things to do in Chengdu 成都 | China Travel Vlog (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JU26dq9YnxA)

And here’s a cute video showing some cheeky baby pandas with their nanny at Chengdu’s panda research center.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZDG6op_qqg Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Pandas and their Nanny (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZDG6op_qqg)

Need help with your travel bookings?

Going on a tour in China is a great idea, especially if you can’t speak Mandarin.

You can refer to this list of China travel agencies who can help put a plan together for you.

Or, to book your own flights, tours and hotels, we recommend Trip for amazing choice and value. Trip is one of the leading travel companies in China.

Don’t forget…

It’s easy to forget a thing or two before you head to China.

So, here are a few reminders for you:

• The right visa – if you’re only staying for a quick trip, you may be eligible for visa-free travel .
• Cash or Alipay – your credit card may not be accepted, so bring yuan or use Alipay (see Chinese travel apps ).
• VPN app – if you want access to all your favorite websites and apps in China, you’ll need to download a VPN before you leave your country. Get a VPN that works in China .

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Chengdu Travel Guide

Chengdu is well-known for lovely giant pandas , and delicious Sichuan food like hotpot. Chengdu is a large but relaxed city, with many natural, cultural, and historical sights in and around it.

Chengdu, Home of the Giant Panda

Chengdu is a city of pandas. The lovely giant pandas are the No. 1 reason that people visit Chengdu.

Pandas are used to decorate the city and you can find them in a variety of forms, such as panda hats, panda purses, panda shoes, panda buses, etc.

There are four giant panda bases in and around Chengdu City. You can not only see giant pandas and panda cubs; you can also take care of them as a panda keeper.

• Giant Panda Breeding and Research Base in Chengdu : see baby pandas
• Dujiangyan Panda Base : experience the giant panda volunteer program
• Wolong Panda Research Center : see native panda habitat, and explore panda's nightlife without tourists.
• Bifengxia Panda Base : longer, less-busy programs for panda devotees

See details about the Top 5 Places to See Giant Pandas in Chengdu and see which one is the most suitable for you.

Chengdu, a Laid-back City

With a population of 13 million, Chengdu is a large city but with a small town laid-back feel. It is said that the two most important things for Chengdu people are drinking tea and playing mahjong.

It is a routine for local people to drink tea in a teahouse and go to the parks to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The People's Park is where to go for an authentic taste of the Chengdu laid-back lifestyle. In the park, you should not miss is to drink a cup of tea at Heming Teahouse and experience a Chengdu specialty, ear cleaning.

Wenshu Monastery , a hidden Buddhist temple in hustling downtown Chengdu, is a good place to wander. It will take you back in time and offer tranquility amidst the chaos.

Chengdu, a Foodie Destination

You must have heard or tried kung pao chicken, Fish fragrant pork, Ma Po Tofu. Chengdu is, after all, UNESCO's first-ever City of Gastronomy.

Chengdu has been a famous foodie destination, where local street food and hot pots abound.

Any trip to Chengdu is incomplete without trying the famous hot pot. See How to Survive a Chengdu Hotpot .

Jinli Old Street is a good place for Chengdu street food. Don't miss dine-and-dash favorites like spicy, savory Dan Dan Noodles, spicy chicken on a stick, and spicy rabbits heads. See more on Chengdu Food and Chengdu's Top 10 Special Snacks .

The delicious dishes and authentic restaurants are often hidden in the backstreets. Book a Chengdu Food Tour to find the ones which are normally only found by locals, and experience cooking the most authentic Sichuan cuisine with a local chef.

Gateway to Western China

Gateway to tibet.

Chengdu is on the east side of Tibet Plateau. There are many ways to get to Tibetan areas from Chengdu: by flight, train, or car. Chengdu is the most surefire way to get into Tibet (especially for flights with more routes than anywhere else).

Once you step foot in Chengdu, you have already started your journey into the mysterious Tibetan world. In Chengdu, you can sample Tibetan food and meet Tibetan people. Just a short bus ride out of Chengdu will take you to many villages that are mostly inhabited by Tibetan people.

See How to Get to from Chengdu to Tibet .

Gateway to China's Most Scenic Area - West Sichuan

The areas to the west of Chengdu offer breathtaking natural scenery. Jiuzhaigou National Park and Huanglong National Park are well-known for their clean lakes, waterfalls, colorful ponds, snowcapped mountains, and gorges.

The Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou travel route is one of China's most scenic itineraries.

Good news: Part of the Jiuzhaigou National Park has reopened to visitors on Sep. 27, 2019. If you are planning a tour to Jiuzhaigou, check our How to Plan a Jiuzhaigou Tour from Chengdu for suggestions and tips.

Best Day Trips Outside of Chengdu

Apart from day trips to panda bases, there are several day trip options you can consider if you have one or two more days in Chengdu.

You can get to see the Leshan Giant Buddha which is the world's largest sculpture of Buddha carved out of a mountain. Pay a visit to Mount Qingcheng and Dujiangyan Irrigation Project which is one of the world's cultural heritage sites recognized by UNESCO.

See The Top 5 Chengdu Day Trips .

Chengdu Has 144-Hour (6-Day) Visa-Free Transit

If you have a layover in Chengdu, don't kill your time at the airport. You can use the 144-hour visa-free transit policy to leave the airport and enjoy a short tour around the city.

See the insider recommendation How to Spend Your Layover in Chengdu .

The Best Time to Visit Chengdu

The best periods to visit Chengdu are from March to June, and September to November . There is substantial rainfall during the rainy season (July and August).

Chengdu has a foggy, relatively mild, basin climate. Summers feel hotter, winters feel colder, and the pollution seems worse due to the humidity. However many describe the climate of Chengdu as "pleasant", and it is, compared to the harshness of the surrounding mountain areas you might visit, like Jiuzhaigou and Mount Emei .

See more on Chengdu Weather .

How to Get To and Travel Around Chengdu

Chengdu's Shuangliu International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the world. You can find flights from/to 119 domestic and 52 international destinations.

Of course, Chengdu also has a very busy bus and train stations as well.

It is easy to travel to Chengdu from the main cities, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, Guilin, and Hong Kong.

Chengdu city is a transport hub for your excursion tours to Leshan, Emei Mountain and Jiuzhai Valley.

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Travel Chengdu Your Way!

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Chengdu, known as “Land of Abundance”, is a top destination of China. Many travelers flocked to Chengdu for a close sight of its most popular native-born animals – white and black Giant Pandas. But Chengdu's appeal is never limit to Giant Pandas. It is also famous for the laid-back living life style, most mouthwatering flavors, eclectic cityscape and most lively nightlife as well as nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites within day-trip distance, etc. You will have an immersive time in Chengdu. You may experience the relaxing life in the bustling parks first and then step into a hidden peaceful monastery in the next moments, or explore Chengdu's old life in the ancient streets dating back to hundreds of years ago, and soon turn to a shopping mall in a modern architecture.

Want to kick off your Chengdu trip now but don't know how to plan. Here are our best Chengdu trip guide, well-arranged itineraries and practical trip notes to help you plan an ideal Chengdu experience.

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Top Attractions in Chengdu City

Chengdu is a worth-visiting destination to sightsee as well as experience. Undoubtedly, a trip to Chengdu without A Panda Visit is not complete. These cutest animals are China’s best National creatures gaining the hearts of numerous people among the world. In Chengdu Panda Base , you can enjoy most Giant Pandas and their raccoon-like cousins – Red Pandas. Spend one nice morning observing they sleeping, playing and chomping bamboos. Another recommended site is People's Park where local people always hang out sipping tea as well as reading, chatting, dancing. Want take a glimpse of Chengdu’s slow-paced living life? Don’t miss it. You are also strongly suggested to take a leisurely stroll in Jinli Old Street and Kuanzhai Alley – Chengdu’s two oldest pedestrian streets with ancient buildings, souvenir shops, streets food, etc. If you prefer some historic and cultural attraction, just go to Wenshu Monastery for a suck of Chinese Buddhism, go to Wuhou Temple for a learning of history of Three Kingdoms, go to Dufu Thatched Cottage for a better understanding of the story of one of China’s greatest poet and go to Jinsha Site Museum for an exploration of the great archaeological discovery.

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Do not spend all your time in city, there are much more to see in the suburb. There are several UNESCO World Cultural Heritages waiting. You can seek for Chinese Taoist mystery and feast your eyes on the beautiful mountain scenery in Mount Qingcheng , just about 1.5 hours’ driving away from Chengdu City. Visiting nearby Dujiangyan Irrigation System allows you to get an answer to why Chengdu is called Land of Abundance. If you travel there during 4th April ~ 1st May usually, you are able to enjoy some shows to tell the story of Li Bing – the builder of Dujiangyan Irrigation System. Within two hours’ driving from, you can also reach the world’s tallest and largest Buddha statue – Leshan Giant Buddha – carved directly into the red sandstone cliff. Just get amazed by its magnitude from a Lilliputian perspective. Keep driving about 30 minutes from Leshan, you can get to Mount Emei - one of the Four Great Buddhist Mountains in China and home to 5000 kinds of plants (more than the total plants of Europe) and over 2300 kinds of wild animals. Hiking to the Golden Summit, you can get an opportunity to see the exquisite giant gold statue as well as rare scenery - Sunrise, Sunset, Cloud Sea, Light of Buddha, etc.

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Apart from lots of places to go, you also have different things to do in Chengdu. As the First City of Gastronomy in Asia, Chengdu offers a various taste. If you are interested in various kinds of tastes, don't forget to try some Sichuan food . Recommended food includes Hotpot, Mapo Toufu, Kung Pao Chicken, Twice Cooked Pork, etc. For authentic Sichuan food lovers, you are suggested to enjoy a cooking class experience in Sichuan Cuisine Museum. Chengdu's nightlife is famously colorful and interesting. You are strongly suggested to appreciate the night view of Anshun Bridge , which becomes a wonderful photography site now. If you want seek hunt for something more interesting and meaningful, don't miss watching the wonderful Sichuan Opera show in Shu Feng Ya Yun. The show is combined with face-changing, shadow puppetry, hand shadows, acrobatic, etc. It is also available enter the dressing room to see the actors making up. It is also interesting to take part in some local people's activities , like drinking a cup of tea, playing Mahjong, square dancing, and so on.

Chengdu is also equipped with several green ways for biking lovers, so it's easy to have an enjoyable biking experience. For trekkers, you can stretch your legs in Qingcheng Mountain, Emei Mountain, Xiling Snow Mountain.

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For panda fans, only watching them is not enough. You may want to get a closer sight with them, like making them food and feeding them. Yes, it’s possible. Travelers choose a lifetime panda volunteer in three natural panda bases – Dujiangyan Panda Base, Yaan Bifengxia Panda Base and Wolong Shenshuping Panda Base where you can take care of the giant pandas and have conservation with them. During the program, volunteers will see as many pandas as possible, as well as be an honorable panda keeper to carry bamboo, wash the enclosures, feed panda with panda cake or other food, watch a panda documentary, prepare food for panda, etc.

For travelers who have interest in volunteering with red pandas (the lesser panda or red bear-cat), you are suggested to reach Wolong Hetaoping Panda Base for the one full day red panda volunteer program which you can also catch the rare opportunity to take photos with one of the gentle red pandas! Read more about Panda Volunteer Program>

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▶ Recommended 1 Day Chengdu Itineraries – Focus on the Best

If you have only one day to travel Chengdu, just focus on the best essence of Chengdu. What you can't miss in Chengdu must be Giant Pandas. Spend one morning staying with these cutest animals and observing their daily activities. Then you can have a leisurely afternoon to explore the Chengdu's local culture – laid-back living life, featured Sichuan food culture. If you want something more awe-inspiring, it's also available to travel to Leshan Giant Buddha (about 2 hours' driving from Chengdu city) to see the world's tallest Buddha statue. Check below 3 most recommended 1 day Chengdu itineraries or visit Chengdu Day Trips for more experiences.

Based in Chengdu, we are confident to declare that we know panda more than any others. You will meet pandas in their most active time, also encounter with the most lovely panda babies either, then visit some other top attractions in Chengdu.

Highlights : Chengdu Banda Base, People's Park, Jinli Old Street

A GIANT Chengdu tour – seeing Giant Panda and visiting Giant Buddha closely in just one go! Visit the International Face Giant Panda is a MUST. Then what comes next after visiting panda? Definitely the world famous Leshan Giant Buddha.

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Visit Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to see adult giant pandas, baby pandas and red pandas in the morning, experience local food culture and learn to cook some typical Sichuan cuisine dishes personally in Sichuan Cuisine Museum.

▶ Recommended 2 Days Chengdu Itineraries – Travel Chengdu at a Leisurely Pace

Traveling Chengdu in 2 days is strongly recommended to all travelers, especially first-timer. You can explore Chengdu city at a relaxing and comfortable pace. Highlights of Chengdu city – Giant Pandas, People's Park, Wenshu Monastery and Jinli Old Street can be covered in one go. Besides, you can choose to spend more time discovering the mystery of Leshan Giant Buddha or have a side trip to the surrounding old towns (like Huanglongxi and Luodai). Below are most recommended 2 days Chengdu itineraries:

Chengdu / Leshan Giant Buddha / Chengdu

This 2 days tour with unique itinerary will take you to enjoy an in-depth exploration of Leshan Giant Buddha as well as the best of Chengdu. You will have a full day to discover the mystery of Leshan Giant Buddha and appreciate his magnitude from different angles – close sight, panoramic view and distant view and in two different ways – hiking and boating. Subsequently, drive back to Chengdu and immerse yourself in the relaxing & pleasurable time of Chengdu – to stay with the most attractive Giant Pandas and experience the slow-pace life in Chengdu’s popular sites, like People's Park, Wenshu Temple and Jinli Old Street. A lot of fun is ready for you.

Chengdu / Xiling Snow Mountain / Chengdu

Xiling Snow Mountain with the awesome largest alpine ski resort in entire southern and western part of China is one of the most popular winter destinations to play with pure snow to the most! And this 2-day Xiling Snow Mountain itinerary is the most classic trip to indulge into the exciting skiing at your favorite speed and other various types of entertainments like snowmobile, sledging, snow tubing, bounce-flying, etc. on the thick and soft snow world to show all your sports talents. Join us now to start your winter hurtling on the white amusement park!

Chengdu: Jinli Street, Giant Panda Base, Wenshu Temple

See the Chengdu’s treasure Giant Panda is the number one task of your Chengdu tour, which usually only needs a morning to finish. How to make fully use of your rest time in Chengdu? Don’t worry, there are many things to see and to do. Chengdu is not only the city of panda, but also known for its laid-back living style. This tour will help you accomplish your panda dream, also take you to dig beneath the modern surface of Chengdu to reach the best part of the city’s history and culture, with the most highlighting sights covered in a leisure trip. It is the best trip for the first-timers.

▶ Recommended 3 Chengdu Itineraries – In-depth Chengdu Trip

3 days allows tourists to explore Chengdu city and surrounding highlights better. Essence of Chengdu city can be swept in 1 ~ 2 days, another 1 or 2 days gives you an opportunity to have more enjoyable activities, like joining in Panda Volunteer Program, have a Sichuan dishes cooking class, watching Sichuan Opera, etc. Of course, a short trip to Leshan Giant Buddha is accessible as well. Below are most recommended 3 days Chengdu itineraries:

Chengdu: Chengdu Panda Base, Leshan Giant Buddha, Jinli Street

Chengdu is a super city to deliver travellers end up fun, and 3 days is a perfect time to tour Chengdu at a comfortable pace. This tour covers the highlights tour of Chengdu as well as airport/train station pick-up and delivery service. In these three days, you won't miss the world's most loveable animal – Giant Panda and the Chengdu's iconic site - People's Park to experience Chengdu's typical laid-back living style. Moreover, enjoy a convenient visit to somnolent-looking but inspiring Leshan Giant Buddha which is acknowledged as World Cultural Heritages by UNESCO.

Chengdu / Pixian / Chengdu

This 3 days Chengdu tour is meticulously designed for families with the very young. All the itineraries are planned to offer you a quality time with your kids and you will learn and experience together.Your great journey starts from a joyful visit to China's priceless treasure – Giant Pandas to the discovery of unique local culture – featured Sichuan cuisine, mysterious face-changing performance, laid-back Chengdu living style, etc. All of these experiences help you get a better understanding of why Chengdu gets its nickname of the City of Abundance. Just take this meaningful trip with your children now!

Modern and ancient, bustling and pacific, crowded and isolated - Chengdu is one of its kind. In this tour, you will explore all of them, from the cute Giant Panda to the Old Jinli Street, experience Sichuan tea culture, taste Sichuan cuisine.

▶ Chengdu Itineraries for more Days – Extend your Trip to Other Surrounding Destinations

If you have more days, extend your Chengdu tour to other Sichuan's UNESCO World Cultural Heritages sites, including world's largest Buddha Statue – Leshan Giant Buddha and beautiful Emei Mountain, etc. Below are 3 most recommended Sichuan tours:

Chengdu / Leshan / Mt. Emei / Chengdu

A great tour of a visual feast to explore two magnificent World Heritage Sites around Chengdu - Leshan Giant Buddha and Mount Emei in a leisure way, also visit the adorable Giant Pandas in Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and get other Chengdu highlights. Airport (train station) pick up and drop off, English-speaking guide, private cars are covered.

Chengdu / Leshan / Emei / Chengdu / Jiuzhaigou

This is the best tour of Sichuan's BESTS, strongly recommended for the first-timers, best deal for normal travelers, families with kids, seniors and couples. Stunning scenery, treasured culture, turbulent history - the land of Sichuan has the perfect set of ingredients such as Giant Pandas, gastronomy city, Jiuzhaigou splendors, Leshan Giant Buddha & Mount Emei, and this Sichuan Discovery tour is the recipe that brings them all together with more than a dash of comfort. At the same time, it is a trip of heritage. There are 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites awaiting your exploring - Jiuzhaigou Valley, Huanglong Valley, Leshan Giant Buddha and Mount Emei, which bring you cultural comfort, natural visual feast and experience of diversity.

Chengdu / Huanglong / Jiuzhaigou

If you're always keen on exploring the heavenly beauty and digging fantastic culture, this is the best trip for you. Explore the two most popular tourist destinations in Sichuan - Chengdu and Jiuzhaigou on this combo tour. Start in Chengdu, where you will encounter with the Giant Panda families closely, enjoy a cup of green tea in a local park and hunt for Sichuan snacks at Jinlin Old Street. Then escape to the train trip to Jiuzhaigou where you will explore Jiuzhaigou Valley and Huanglong Valley. They are two neighbors of World Heritage Sites. After Jiuzhaigou trip, you can either fly back to Chengdu or fly to other travel destinations instead, such as Beijing, Xian, etc.

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In fact, Chengdu is usually regarded as another “starter city of China” after Beijing and Shanghai. Fishing your Chengdu tour and surrounding visits to Dujiangyan, Leshan and Emeishan, you really get a ton of choices to extend you Chengdu experience. The fairytale Jiuzhai Valley comes first if you want to indulge yourself in the breathtaking natural scenery. Many travelers also take a 1.5 hours' high speed train to Chongqing and start a comfortable Yangtze River cruise, etc. With the operation of Xian Chengdu high speed train, many travelers choose to travel from Chengdu to Xian and explore this city with lots of cultural treasures. Besides, Chengdu is the best gateway to Tibet – the roof of the world where you can see the magnificent Potala Palace, holy Tibetan Monasteries, sacred plateau lakes, majestic Mount Everest, etc.

Chengdu is a hub for flights within China and easy to get around. Therefore, you can easily travel from Chengdu to Beijing, Shanghai, Yunnan, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, etc. Check all at China Tours from Chengdu or choose one of our best-selling 3 Chengdu China tours :

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If you would like to book flights to Chicago more flexibly many prefer to purchase one-way tickets with options to take different airlines. A one way ticket to Chicago is $761 now!

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Top Routes from Chengdu

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Top Routes to Chicago

• Newark to Chicago (EWR - ORD)
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• Fort Lauderdale to Chicago (FLL - ORD)
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