Chengdu
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Chengdu

Overview

Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, is famous for its laid-back lifestyle, spicy cuisine, and as the home of giant pandas. The city's tea houses and spicy hotpot are legendary.

Recommended Itineraries

3-Day Highlights

Perfect for first-time visitors to see the main attractions

Classic route • Moderate pace

5-Day Deep Dive

Explore beyond the surface with local experiences

Cultural immersion • Comfortable pace

7-Day Adventure

Comprehensive tour including day trips

Off-the-beaten-path • Energetic pace

Must-Visit Destinations

Giant Panda Base

Giant Panda Base

Research base where you can observe giant pandas in naturalistic habitats.

587:30-18:00
Giant Panda Breeding Research Base

Giant Panda Breeding Research Base

Get up close with adorable giant pandas and red pandas.

7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Jinli Street

Jinli Street

A famous historical street with traditional architecture and local snacks.

Open 24 hours
Leshan Giant Buddha

Leshan Giant Buddha

The world's largest stone Buddha statue at 71 meters tall.

8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Mount Emei

Mount Emei

One of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China with stunning scenery.

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wuhou Shrine

Wuhou Shrine

A temple dedicated to the Three Kingdoms hero Zhuge Liang.

8:00 AM - -:00 PM

Top Accommodations

Chengdu Marriot Hotel Financial City

Chengdu Marriot Hotel Financial City

5

Tower 3, Tianfu Financial Center

800-1500

The Hidden City Guesthouse

The Hidden City Guesthouse

4

Qingyang District

200-500

The Ritz-Carlton Chengdu

The Ritz-Carlton Chengdu

5

99 Xiaojia River Street, Jinjiang District

1500-3500

The Temple House

The Temple House

5

Temple House, Jinjiang District

1500-3000

The Temple House

The Temple House

4.6

Jinjiang District

Local Culinary Delights

Mapo Tofu

Mapo Tofu

Chengdu restaurants

$

Hotpot

Hotpot

Various hotpot restaurants

$$

Chenmapo DoufuSichuan Cuisine

Chenmapo Doufu

Chengdu Military Region Hospital

50-100

Kelp DumplingsLocal Specialty

Kelp Dumplings

Multiple locations

20-50

Shu Feng Ya YunSichuan Opera

Shu Feng Ya Yun

Shu Feng Ya Yun, Wuhou District

150-300

Spicy HotpotHotpot

Spicy Hotpot

Various locations

100-300