Top 50 Best Things to Do in Chengdu

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Inside the Moon Nursery, several baby pandas were huddled together, fast asleep behind the glass wall, their round bodies curled up on the wooden frame like plush toys. Suddenly, a black and white panda rolled over, revealing its pink belly, and the visitors gasped – it was "He Ye" stretching! Just then, the keeper fed it an apple, and it grabbed the bamboo pole, tilting its head to eat the fruit in its adorable, goofy manner, eliciting chuckles from everyone.

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Dujiangyan boasts beautiful scenery and a rich cultural atmosphere. Nearby is the South Bridge, where you can see the "blue tears" phenomenon (blue tears) illuminated by lights at night – a truly spectacular sight. It's recommended to watch videos and read articles on Bilibili and WeChat before your trip, or hire a professional guide at the scenic area to enhance the experience. Otherwise, it's not very enjoyable to explore alone. Currently, the price-performance ratio isn't great, and the service attitude of the scenic area staff could be improved. Additionally, it's a pity that Fulong Temple and Baopingkou were closed for renovations.

M51***52

I really enjoyed the atmosphere here; it's a lovely garden scenic spot. Du Fu was truly Du Fu—he knew how to choose a place to settle down! Although his own thatched cottage was very simple, the location he chose was truly beautiful and ideal for living. In short, I really liked this place! At first, I thought the ticket price was a bit expensive before going inside, but after walking around, I found it was definitely worth it.

张小萌英雄

I went in the summer, it wasn't too hot, very comfortable. If you know about the history of the Three Kingdoms, it's a great place to visit. I highly recommend it. What impressed me most was the rotten wood statue next to Liu Bei, representing his son; "Rotten wood cannot be carved."

Anonymous user

Qingcheng Mountain has beautiful scenery. On a sunny day, the sun shines brightly, and the scenery is stunning. You can take the cable car up and walk down. I'd love to go again sometime, though it's a bit tiring on the legs. It's important to exercise more and get out more often. The air in Qingcheng Mountain is truly excellent; I highly recommend a visit.

NorCaLi

Definitely worth a visit—and not crowded! I went around 2 PM during feeding time and got to watch the pandas enjoying their lunch while the red pandas were napping afterward. Dujiangyan is a great place to see these amazing animals and also check out the famous Nanqiao Bridge. I’d love to come back again!

_We***40

I heard the Jinsha Site Museum was about to close, so I rushed over to check it out. The park is beautiful, and the exhibition halls have many treasures. The famous Sun Bird gold ornament is very beautiful. The whole visit took about 2 hours, and it was a good experience. I look forward to it reopening in 2 years.

M33***29

The Sichuan Opera face-changing performance at the Liyuan Guild Hall was absolutely stunning! The actors' skills were superb, and their face changes were rapid and mysterious. The atmosphere was vibrant, and the lighting and sound effects were perfectly coordinated. The entire experience was fantastic, allowing me to deeply appreciate the charm of Sichuan Opera. I highly recommend everyone to experience this visual feast; it's definitely worth seeing!

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Chengdu's Wenshufang, located at No. 66 Wenshuyuan Street in Qingyang District, is a national AAAA-level open-air historical and cultural district built around the ancient Wenshuyuan Temple. Admission is free and the area is open 24 hours a day, though it's recommended to plan a three- to four-hour visit. The district's architectural style is inspired by traditional western Sichuan courtyards, with blue tiles, white walls, and carved eaves. This creates a unique "courtyard-style commercial street" feel, earning it the nickname "Chengdu's Double Embroidery"—the sound of Buddhist chants echoes within the red walls, while the bustling market life unfolds beyond. Wenshufang's core identity can be summarized as "Zen culture combined with traditional Chengdu folk customs." Within the district, there's a temple every 100 steps and a pagoda every 1,000 steps. In addition to Wenshuyuan Temple (built in the Sui Dynasty and inscribed by Emperor Kangxi), the district also preserves the remains of the "Nine Palaces and Eighteen Temples," including the Five Mountains Palace, Lengjia Nunnery, and Aido Hall. This area boasts the most concentrated religious and cultural heritage in Chengdu's old city. Building on this foundation, the neighborhood has incorporated elements such as the "Empty Forest Zen Road" market for Zen-inspired goods, the "Manjusri Blessed Land" cluster of protected courtyards, the "Folk Old Street" offering intangible cultural heritage crafts, the "Chengdu Salon" teahouse featuring antiques, calligraphy, and paintings, as well as the "Old Chengdu Food Court" and "Tianzi Food Hall." This all-in-one experience combines incense worship, Hanfu travel photography, gaiwan tea, Sichuan Opera face-changing, and century-old snacks (such as dragon wontons, Zhong dumplings, and Lai glutinous rice balls). The atmosphere is enhanced by the lighting of lanterns at night. Wenshufang is a free historical district offering the most concentrated and convenient experience of old Chengdu: burning incense, enjoying vegetarian food, drinking tea, watching opera, strolling the ancient streets, enjoying snacks, shopping for cultural products, and photographing Hanfu costumes. For a quick experience of slow living and the essence of Zen, simply add this area to your half-day itinerary.

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The Chengdu Museum holds various exhibitions from time to time. It has a great location, right next to the subway exit. Regular exhibitions are free, but reservations are required. Some solo exhibitions require additional tickets.