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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: CNY
- Languages: Mandarin Chinese, Sichuanese dialect, English (in tourist areas)
- Climate: Subtropical humid
- Timezone: Asia/Shanghai
- Population: Approximately 21 million
- Best Time to Visit: times to visit are spring and autumn for comfortable weather.
- Visa Requirements Visitors to Chengdu generally require a visa to enter China unless they are from visa-exempt countries. Citizens from the US, EU, UK, and many other countries must obtain a visa prior to arrival, typically a tourist (L) visa. Some travelers may be eligible for visa-free transit for up to 144 hours when connecting through Chengdu’s airport. E-visa options are limited and usually not available for China. Visa on arrival is generally not available except under specific transit conditions.
About Chengdu
Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province in China, is a vibrant city blending rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Known worldwide as the home of the giant panda, Chengdu offers visitors a unique opportunity to see these endangered animals up close in the renowned Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Beyond pandas, the city is famous for its relaxed lifestyle, teahouse culture, and spicy Sichuan cuisine. Chengdu serves as a gateway to exploring the scenic landscapes of Sichuan, including the nearby Tibetan Plateau and ancient towns. The city’s mix of modern urban development and traditional Chinese heritage makes it an appealing destination for travelers interested in culture, wildlife, and gastronomy. Visitors can enjoy historic temples, bustling markets, and vibrant nightlife, all while experiencing the warmth and friendliness of the local people. Chengdu’s accessibility by air and rail also makes it a convenient base for exploring southwestern China.
Top Attractions
1. Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding – A world-famous conservation center where visitors can observe giant pandas and red pandas in naturalistic habitats. 2. Wuhou Shrine – A historic temple dedicated to the famous Three Kingdoms strategist Zhuge Liang, showcasing ancient architecture and cultural relics. 3. Jinli Ancient Street – A lively pedestrian street with traditional Sichuan architecture, shops, street food, and cultural performances. 4. Mount Qingcheng – A sacred Taoist mountain near Chengdu, known for its lush greenery, ancient temples, and serene hiking trails. 5. Dujiangyan Irrigation System – An ancient irrigation system and UNESCO World Heritage site, demonstrating remarkable engineering from over 2,000 years ago.
Popular Activities
Visitors to Chengdu can enjoy a variety of activities including panda watching, exploring ancient temples, and hiking in nearby mountains. Cultural experiences such as visiting teahouses, watching Sichuan opera with face-changing performances, and participating in calligraphy or cooking classes are popular. Food lovers can take spicy Sichuan cuisine tours or street food walks. For adventure seekers, day trips to the Tibetan Plateau or rafting on the Min River are available. Relaxing in hot springs and exploring local markets also offer authentic local experiences.
Chengdu Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Southwest China
- Duration Range: Visitors to Chengdu can enjoy a variety of activities including panda watching, exploring ancient temples, and hiking in nearby mountains. Cultural experiences such as visiting teahouses, watching Sichuan opera with face-changing performances, and participating in calligraphy or cooking classes are popular. Food lovers can take spicy Sichuan cuisine tours or street food walks. For adventure seekers, day trips to the Tibetan Plateau or rafting on the Min River are available. Relaxing in hot springs and exploring local markets also offer authentic local experiences.
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
- Recommended For: The best times to visit are spring and autumn for comfortable weather. Pack light clothing with layers, an umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes. Respect local customs such as greeting with a nod or slight bow. Chengdu is safe but keep an eye on belongings in crowded places. Cash and mobile payments like Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely used, but tourists should carry some cash. Learning a few basic Mandarin phrases can be helpful.
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $55
Highest Price Tour: $250
685 Available Tour Excursions in Chengdu
Wolong national Nature Reserve is the earliest, largest, and best-know panda reserve in the world. It was hit by the catastrophic Wenchuan Earthquake in 2008. After years of road construction, travelers can visit Wolong Panda Base now. Accompanied by a professional panda expert who introduced you the topics of the panda discovery, the history of panda in China, the classification, and panda conservation. ***Starting from April 25, 2024, panda volunteers will not be allowed to enter the panda enclosure, and the arrangement of clean the panda enclosures & collect panda poop will be canceled. Notes for panda volunteers: 1.No perfume, no cologne, no nail polish, be healthy (don’t get cold). 2.wear shoes (no slippers or Crocs). 3.Sunscreen and sunglasses will be useful. 4.Any activities missed due to being late will not be rescheduled, and guests will bear the consequences.
Price: $220.00
Duration: 6-12 hours
MAXIMIZE YOUR TIME Visit the two highlights of Chengdu-Panda&Buddha in 1 day ALL INCLUSIVE PRICE Informative and friendly private guide,private transportation ,tasty local lunch, entrance fees are all included. HUSTLE FREE Your versatile guide and private transfer will ensure you a smooth and unforgettable journey. MEMORABLE TIME Experienced and informative local guide will give insight about panda, local culture ,history, ordinary people's life and answer all your questions:) Happy Stomach Try the authentic local delicacies at the old neighborhood of Leshan
Price: $249.00
Duration: 9 hours
Famous Sichuan style Mapo Tofu(麻婆豆腐) is one of the most popular Chinese dishes. During this 4-5 hours special cooking workshop, you will be taken into an adventure to explore the authentic local market with fun challenges to complete and learn different kinds of special spices and ingredients which will be used in the following "Mapo Tofu" cooking class. The class will be carried out in a Professional Cooking School. You will be treated with traditional Sichuan. You’ll be treated with Sichuan local tea as it’s local’s custom to treat friends and visitors. After that, you then will be guide to start the cooking process by a professional chef in a cozy kitchen. Finally, you can enjoy the Mapo tofu made by yourself along with some beers or beverages. For it’s really informative, interesting and fun, this class will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.
Price: $69.24
Duration: 4 hours
This two-day private tour in Chengdu is highlighted by cute pandas. Chengdu has the most well equipped panda breeding and research center in the world, and at the facility you can come in close contact with the lovely creatures. In addition, you will also experience the local people's slow life.
Price: $479.00
Duration: 48 hours
During this 3 hours mahjong course, you’ll be taken into an authentic local spice market to explore it and learn different species of Sichuan spices and ingredients that will be used in the Sichuan cuisine. After that, you’ll go to a cozy room with Chinese characteristics and learn how to play the famous traditional Chinese game, mahjong, with a English speaking guide. You’ll learn rules in an easy way and then test your mastery degree with a local tea. If you want to test your intelligence, you can not miss mahjong when you visit Chengdu.
Price: $60.00
Duration: 3-4 hours
Head Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera Theatre. Experience an entertaining Chinese traditional Opera Night. Unique culture experience with beautiful costumes, singing, Bian Lian Face changing, Hand Shadow and a lot of more. A Spectacular Show amaze both for adults and kids alike.
Price: $39.00
Duration: 1 hours
Traveling can be quite stressful, but you can avoid some stress by pre-booking this round-trip transportation service between the Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) or Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and your Chengdu hotel. A friendly English-speaking guide will meet you with a hearty welcome to the city and a comfortable drive to your hotel. When it’s time to leave, you’ll be taken directly to the airport and sent off with a sincere farewell by experienced driver with basic English skill. It’s as easy as the click of a button!
Price: $67.00
Duration: 0 hours
Taking a bullet train from Chengdu to Xian to visit the 8th world wonder – Terracotta Warriors and Horses. A highly time-and-money saving way to visit Terracotta Warriors from Chengdu. This tour also including the round way transfer between your Chengdu City area hotel and Chengdu Dong Station.Please note：round way bullet train tickets is booked by you.
Price: $209.94
Duration: 14 hours
This is a flexible Panda Tour! You can choose only visit Panda Base for half day tour, or morning in base and afernoon in Giant Buddha full day tour! If you choose "Only Ticket without pickup" option, you will go and explore the Panda Base on your own without guide, driver and hotel pickup. If you choose "with Guide Service" option, you will meet your private guide in your hotel lobby. Your guide will help you take a taxi or DIDI/UBER to Panda Breeding Center and help you back hotel at the end.(All your transportation cost is on you own) If you choose "with Guide and Driver"option, you will meet both in your hotel lobby, round way hotel transfer and guide service are all inclusive. If your booking is “with Driver Service”, you will meet your Chinese driver in your hotel lobby with a sign of your name. Translator APP will help you tell your driver your request.
Price: $20.00
Duration: 4 hours
Professional Interpretation helps you to know pandas, Sanxingdui and Jinsha relics better. We have 5 options for people with different demands. Option 1: Private tour to visit Chengdu panda base and Sanxingdui Museum. Visit Chengdu panda base in the morning and then visit Sanxingdui museum in the afternoon by private transfer Option 2: 6 hours joined small group to visit Sanxingdui museum by public shuttle bus in the afternoon. Option 3: Private tour for the people who desirably want to know more abt Sanxingdui. Visit Jinsha site and then visit Sanxingdui museum in the afternoon by private transfer. Option 4 and 5: Private transfer by Chinese speaking driver. Driver will show you the entrance when you reach the attraction and wait for you in the parking lot. Please click the "check availability" button to check the 3 options.
Price: $75.00
Duration: 6-10 hours
Welcome to Chengdu city! There's no better way to begin your Chengdu vacation than with a private transfer from the Chengdu airport to your hotel! Enjoy door-to-door service and avoid the hassle of public transportation or long taxi lines by booking this convenient, air-conditioned private transfer. We're looking forward to see you at arrival hall of Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport(CTU) or Chengdu Tianfu International Airport(TFU).
Price: $33.68
Duration: 0 hours
Famous Szechuan style Dan dan noodles (担担面) is one of the most popular Chinese street foods. it is one of the top Chinese noodles. During this 4-5 hours unique Dan Dan Noodles cooking workshop, you’ll be taken into an authentic local spice market to explore it with fun challenges to complete and learn different species of Sichuan spices and ingredients that will be used in the following cooking class. After that, The class will be carried out in a professional cooking school of Sichuan cuisine. You’ll be treated with Sichuan local tea as it’s local’s custom to treat friends and visitors. After that, you then will be guide to start the cooking process by a professional chef in a cozy kitchen. Finally, you can enjoy the dishes made by yourself along with some beers or beverages. For it’s really informative, interesting and fun, this class will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.
Price: $100.00
Duration: 4 hours
You'll view the animals eating and at play in a carefully maintained habitat that is as close to their natural environment as possible. Chengdu's Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding has been working hard to ensure a future for these beloved creatures. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Chengdu hotel. Highlights: 1.Chengdu's Giant Panda Breeding Research Base is home to over 80 of China's iconic pandas 2.Chengdu's Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding has been working hard to ensure a future for these beloved creatures
Price: $138.47
Duration: 4 hours
During this 4 hours unique Walker Tour, you’ll be taken into an authentic local spice market to explore it and learn different species of Sichuan spices and ingredients that will be used in the Sichuan cuisine. After that, you’ll ramble through back streets and discover the real Chengdu on foot and learn traditional culture with an English-speaking local guide. You’ll arrive a hidden nunnery for vegetarian with a special Buddhist ceremony. You’ll then enjoy local tea in an authentic local tea house. For it’s really informative, interesting and fun, this tour will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.
Price: $50.00
Duration: 4-6 hours
The city, Chengdu is known for its mouthwatering hot and spicy cuisine. In the “City of Gastronomy”, the food here is absolutely not to be missed. Unnecessarily going to a restaurant and feel confused by the Chinese menu, you can also have a private wonderful dining experience with Chilli Cool. This private dining experience offers you an opportunity to enjoy authentic Sichuan cuisine at Chilli Cool House. Instead of going to a restaurant, you can enjoy a more interesting and immersive experience -Optional participatory cooking and dining activities. It will be a great way to socialize with a group of friends or families, learn new cooking techniques, and try a variety of dishes. You can set up your own lunch/dinner based on more than 50 dishes. This is a completely personal experience within a private dining room, private kitchen, unlimited beers, and other drinks. We can also help prepare surprises in advance, like Birthday surprise or Anniversary surprise.
Price: $46.16
Duration: 4 hours
Enjoy the ease of this vehicle service as you arrive or depart the Airport / Train Station. (one way service)
Price: $85.34
Duration: 1 hours
During this 4-5 hours unique Dumpling making workshop, you’ll be taken into an authentic local spice market to explore it with fun challenges to complete and learn different species of Sichuan spices and ingredients that will be used in the following cooking class. The class will be carried out in a traditional Sichuan style courtyard. You’ll be treated with Sichuan local tea as it’s local’s custom to treat friends and visitors. After that, you then will be guide to start the cooking process by a professional chef in a cozy kitchen. Finally, you can enjoy the dumplings with delicious fillings made by yourself along with some beers or beverages. For it’s really informative, interesting and fun, this class will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.
Price: $70.00
Duration: 4 hours
If you haven’t decided where to go, why not go to visit Jiuzhai and Huanglong with us? Just Grabbing your bag and following the private guide’s steps, let’s visit fairy-tale valleys not far from Chengdu! Beyond admiring the breathtaking landscapes, we’ll customize your visit to Jiuzhaigou based on your preferences. For a relaxed experience, you can take the sightseeing bus and hop off at designated stops to explore. If you prefer to avoid crowds, there are also beautiful hiking trails with very few tourists. At Huanglong, options include a cable car ride for effortless sightseeing or a scenic hike to immerse yourself in nature. We’re fully flexible—whether you prefer convenience, adventure, or a mix of both, we’ll adjust to ensure your trip feels uniquely yours.
Price: $980.00
Duration: 72 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Chengdu is renowned for its bold and spicy Sichuan cuisine, characterized by the use of Sichuan peppercorns that create a unique numbing sensation. Signature dishes include Mapo Tofu, Kung Pao Chicken, Hot Pot, and Twice-Cooked Pork. Street food is abundant with snacks like Dan Dan noodles and spicy rabbit head. Dining customs often involve sharing dishes family-style. Noteworthy restaurants include Chen Mapo Tofu and Shu Jiu Xiang Hot Pot. Tea culture is also strong, with many traditional teahouses offering a relaxing atmosphere.
Getting Around
Chengdu is accessible via Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, with flights connecting major domestic and international cities. The city has an extensive metro system, buses, taxis, and ride-hailing services for local travel. Bicycles and electric scooters are also popular for short distances. Transportation is affordable and efficient, making it easy to explore the city and surrounding areas.
Travel Tips
The best times to visit are spring and autumn for comfortable weather. Pack light clothing with layers, an umbrella, and comfortable walking shoes. Respect local customs such as greeting with a nod or slight bow. Chengdu is safe but keep an eye on belongings in crowded places. Cash and mobile payments like Alipay and WeChat Pay are widely used, but tourists should carry some cash. Learning a few basic Mandarin phrases can be helpful.
Culture & Customs
Chengdu’s culture is relaxed and friendly, with a strong emphasis on hospitality. Social customs include polite greetings and modest behavior. Tea drinking is an important tradition, often enjoyed in social settings. Major festivals include the Chinese New Year and the Lantern Festival, celebrated with vibrant events. Visitors should be respectful when visiting temples and cultural sites, removing hats and speaking quietly. Bargaining is common in markets.
