Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding 成都大熊猫繁育研究基地
Observe pandas across a large conservation campus.
- Plan around
- Half-day
- Combine with
- A relaxed afternoon in central Chengdu
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Southwest China
Chengdu travel guide
Visit giant pandas, try Sichuan food and spend an afternoon in a park teahouse. Chengdu also makes a useful starting point for Sanxingdui, Leshan and other Sichuan excursions.
Include Chengdu in my trip ↗What to see in Chengdu
Choose your main sights, then group nearby visits together. Allow a separate day for longer excursions.
People’s Park 人民公园
Make tea and everyday park life part of the visit.
- Plan around
- A few hours
- Combine with
- Kuanzhai Alley or a central museum
More places to consider in Chengdu
Wuhou Shrine and Jinli 武侯祠与锦里
Combine Three Kingdoms history with neighboring lanes.
· Half-day
Wenshu Monastery 文殊院
Explore temple courtyards and the surrounding streets.
· A few hours
Du Fu Thatched Cottage 杜甫草堂
A garden setting introduces an important Chinese poet.
· Half-day
Chengdu Museum 成都博物馆
Add historical context before exploring city neighborhoods.
· Half-day
Sichuan Cuisine Museum 川菜博物馆
Explore cooking traditions and culinary craft in Pidu.
· Separate half-day or longer
Watch before you go
Chengdu on film
Watch a few places and experiences you can include in your own visit.
1:07Chengdu
Chengdu: a city introduction
Modern Chengdu, local streets and city landmarks, with English captions.
Read the Chengdu guide ↗At the local table
What to eat in Chengdu
Build food into the day: a local breakfast, a market snack or a relaxed shared meal can become part of the experience.
Mapo tofu 麻婆豆腐
Tofu with chili-bean seasoning; often includes meat.
Twice-cooked pork 回锅肉
Sliced pork stir-fried with aromatic seasonings.
Dan dan noodles 担担面
Small noodle portions with a savory, often spicy dressing.
Sichuan hotpot 四川火锅
A shared broth meal with individually selected ingredients.
For allergies or dietary needs, explain the requirement clearly and discuss ingredients with the kitchen. English–Chinese support can help you communicate.
Where to stay
Compare these areas by transport, nearby sights and the type of stay you prefer.
| Area | Good for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| Chunxi Road / Taikoo Li | Central shopping, restaurants and an easy first stay | Busy commercial surroundings |
| Tianfu Square / People’s Park | Museums, tea and several central sightseeing blocks | Choose the actual metro access, not only the district name |
| Wenshu Monastery area | Temple lanes and a neighborhood-oriented stay | Check the hotel entrance and walking route |
Getting there & around
Chengdu has separate Tianfu and Shuangliu airports. Use the airport code and terminal on your flight, then arrange the actual hotel transfer. Rail trips may use different stations. A Panda Base visit is distinct from the other panda facilities outside Chengdu.
Choose your time, then make it yours
How many days do you have?
Start with a day in Chengdu or connect it with a wider journey. Every route can be adjusted to your interests and pace.
A day in the destination
Pandas, tea and a personal pace
A full sightseeing day for travelers already staying in Chengdu.
Make this my own 1-day trip ↗- Day 1
Pandas and a tea-house afternoon
Make the Panda Base your main morning visit, allowing time between enclosures. Return to town for lunch and a relaxed tea stop in People’s Park.
This is an itinerary idea. We can change the places, pace and services to suit your trip.
A short stay
Three days of Chengdu
Three full days mix pandas, cultural sights and the city’s slower routines.
Make this my own 3-day trip ↗- Day 1
Pandas and a tea-house afternoon
Make the Panda Base your main morning visit, allowing time between enclosures. Return to town for lunch and a relaxed tea stop in People’s Park.
- Day 2
Wuhou Shrine and Jinli
Explore Wuhou Shrine before the neighboring lanes of Jinli. Leave a proper lunch break, then choose a short neighborhood walk rather than another distant attraction.
- Day 3
Museums and everyday Chengdu
Choose Chengdu Museum for city context, then stroll through a nearby neighborhood. Finish with Wenshu Monastery and a simple meal if your group wants another outing.
This is an itinerary idea. We can change the places, pace and services to suit your trip.
More time to explore
Chengdu, Leshan and Mount Emei
A week across city life, a riverside landmark and a separate mountain stay.
Make this my own 7-day trip ↗- Day 1
Arrive in Chengdu
Settle into your hotel, then take a short walk near your base. Keep the first evening for a Sichuan meal and an unhurried start.
- Day 2
Pandas and a tea-house afternoon
Make the Panda Base your main morning visit, allowing time between enclosures. Return to town for lunch and a relaxed tea stop in People’s Park.
- Day 3
Wuhou Shrine and Jinli
Explore Wuhou Shrine before the neighboring lanes of Jinli. Leave a proper lunch break, then choose a short neighborhood walk rather than another distant attraction.
- Day 4
Leshan Giant Buddha and local flavors
Focus on the Giant Buddha scenic area, choosing the walking route around your comfort with steps. Follow with a relaxed Leshan meal and a short riverfront pause.
- Day 5
Continue to Mount Emei
Transfer from Leshan to the Emeishan area. Spend the afternoon around the lower temples, with an early evening before a more substantial mountain outing.
- Day 6
A day on Mount Emei
Choose one mountain route around the weather, transport and walking your group prefers. Allow the whole day, with warm layers and an unhurried return to your hotel.
- Day 7
Return through Chengdu
Travel back from Emeishan to Chengdu, allowing for the station transfer and your onward connection. Choose a Chengdu overnight if the next departure would be tight.
This is an itinerary idea. We can change the places, pace and services to suit your trip.
More time to explore
Chengdu to Chongqing through Leshan
A regional journey with time for Leshan food, Mount Emei and a different river city.
Make this my own 10-day trip ↗- Day 1
Arrive in Chengdu
Settle into your hotel, then take a short walk near your base. Keep the first evening for a Sichuan meal and an unhurried start.
- Day 2
Pandas and a tea-house afternoon
Make the Panda Base your main morning visit, allowing time between enclosures. Return to town for lunch and a relaxed tea stop in People’s Park.
- Day 3
Wuhou Shrine and Jinli
Explore Wuhou Shrine before the neighboring lanes of Jinli. Leave a proper lunch break, then choose a short neighborhood walk rather than another distant attraction.
- Day 4
Leshan Giant Buddha and local flavors
Focus on the Giant Buddha scenic area, choosing the walking route around your comfort with steps. Follow with a relaxed Leshan meal and a short riverfront pause.
- Day 5
A slower day around Leshan
Explore one dining area, such as Suji, with time between tastings. Add a short riverside walk and leave the afternoon flexible for rest or a neighborhood visit.
- Day 6
Continue to Mount Emei
Transfer from Leshan to the Emeishan area. Spend the afternoon around the lower temples, with an early evening before a more substantial mountain outing.
- Day 7
A day on Mount Emei
Choose one mountain route around the weather, transport and walking your group prefers. Allow the whole day, with warm layers and an unhurried return to your hotel.
- Day 8
Continue to Chongqing
Travel to Chongqing and settle into your hotel before exploring nearby. If energy allows, finish with a short riverfront walk and dinner near your base.
- Day 9
Peninsula streets and Hongyadong
Start around Jiefangbei, then choose Luohan Temple or a manageable section of Shancheng Alley. Pause over lunch before enjoying the Hongyadong riverfront as evening approaches.
- Day 10
Leave room for departure
Enjoy a local breakfast or a short final walk, then transfer to the correct station or airport. Keep enough space for Chongqing’s traffic and your group’s luggage.
This is an itinerary idea. We can change the places, pace and services to suit your trip.
Make Chengdu part of your private journey.
Ask us to plan your visit or arrange an airport transfer, private driver or English–Chinese support. You can request a complete trip or one service.
Discuss my Chengdu plans ↗