Location: Chengdu
Top Things to do in Chengdu
Top Restaurants in Chengdu
- 1. Chen Mapo tofu (Luomashi）
- 2. Zaozishu Vegetarian Restaurant
- 3. Mike's Pizza Kitchen
- 4. Cafe (InterContinental Century City Chengdu)
- 5. Shu JiuXiang Hotpot Restaurant (YuLin)
- 6. Shangri-La Hotel Chengdu Cafe Z
- 7. La Rotisserie
- 8. Ponti's Ristorante
- 9. Lixuan Chinese Restaurant (The Ritz-Carlton, Chengdu)
- 10. FLAIR Restaurant & Bar(Ritz-Carlton Chengdu)
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10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Chengdu That You Shouldn't Miss
Perched in a high mountain valley, Huanglong or Yellow Dragon National Park offers invigorating adventure options. The ambitious can trek to Lhasa, whitewater raft or embark on multi-day river journeys. Alternatively, a five-mile trot brings you to five terraced, temple pools glowing with stunning hues.
Restaurants in Chengdu
1. Mount Qingcheng
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,118 reviews
A natural scenic area and a holy mountain of Taoism.
Reviewed By jonascn - Singapore, Singapore
Mount Qingcheng is a short distance away from Dujianyan. There is an excitement in the desire to reach the highest peak when climbing the mountain. However the steps up the mountain is quite steep, especially the last 30 minutes and can be slippery during winter. There are porters to help you up the mountain at a cost (though one does sympathise the porters who are in their 50s too). There is also a photo taking service a the top of the mountain which a beautiful temple, especially during winter due to the thick clouds. The air is filled with the smoke from the joss sticks. There is a certain level of accomplishment amid the achy legs when you reach the top. Hence, this is well recommended for travellers looking for adventure. However, the main drawback of the area is the hidden costs you have to bear with to enjoy a complete experience. The site ticket is 80RMB. To proceed to the mountain, you have to 20 RMB for a 2 way mini bus journey to the river coast, after which you have to pay 10 RMB for a 2 way boat ride to an area closer to the mountain. There is also a 60RMB cable car to proceed to the base of the mountain before walking up. There is a need to factor in these costs when you are planning your trip. It is also difficult to avoid this payment as the journey without is much longer. Do also take note of the different operating hours during winter. It opens 8.30am to 5.30pm from May to October, and 9am to 5pm from November to April. Overall, if you can get over the hidden costs and the physical requirements, this is well worth the trip.
2. Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,601 reviews
Reviewed By 1st_Time_in_DR - Bridgewater, United States
You will see adorable giant pandas playing on the well maintained ground. Walking the paths itself is also very pleasant with lots of bamboo providing shades and look very cool. This place is not only for kids, there are many adults coming by themselves and enjoy the nice walking and watching the playful pandas. The park is huge, there are many pandas spread out at different locations. I would be surprised if you don't see one out there during your visit. We saw different groups of pandas - baby pandas, adult pandas, red pandas,....on the ground, on trees, and on wooden structures,....They are so cute! We took lots of pictures and video clips. A place with lots of fond memories.
3. Wenshu Yuan Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,083 reviews
Reviewed By SILBERSTEINSKY
A nice temple with lovely park. Vital. Wonderful tea garden to relax and take some energy. Close to the city center
4. Baoguang Temple of Chengdu
5. Baihuatan Park
6. Sichuan University
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By mikeylr - Chongqing, China
I've assisted my senior to conduct their experiment here until I get my own; we use a high-speed train and safely arrived here. This area is vast, and autumn is suitable for having a short walk here. You can use a sharing bike to get inside and ask the people inside. The Chinese students are welcoming me and helpful also; they have assisted me well. Thank you????
7. Jinsha Site Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 497 reviews
Reviewed By ggm96822 - Honolulu, United States
A wonderful island of calm, with the ebony forest, bamboo grove, waterscape and stone path all unexpected treats in addition to the very well explained archaeology site - some of the best English explanatory signs that I have seen anywhere. (I also liked the "No Striding" signs to keep people from stepping over the handrails. Both the housing and the relic display building are very well designed, the collection is displayed very attractively.
8. Wangjianglou Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By KatieP1807 - Keynsham, United Kingdom
A great beautiful park to spend a few hours walking around with lots to see, huge bamboo trees, plenty of sculptures and lots of artwork. We went in the morning and there was not too many people here. Would recommend if you have a few hours spare.
9. Chengdu Museum (Old Hall)
10. Chengdu Culture Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By alexandrapN47NI - Greater London, United Kingdom
Locally known as People's Park better known as Renmin Park located in the centre of Chengdu Qinyang District Chengdu in the Sichuan District known also as Shaocheng Park in existence since 1911 the first park measures 112639 square metres 1,212,440 square feet. There are very many delights to enjoy around and about such as the 100 year old Heming Tea House Qing Dynasty in the middle of the koi filled artificial lake where you can order an authentic green tea and even get your ears cleaned from wax. In very many different areas exist small gardens where there is singing dancing musical instruments playing people playing cards Mahjong Tai Chi practice even an over 30's lonely hearts club where the youth display handwritten papers listing their abilities and preferences a sort of Blind Date. For the more energetic in and around Memorial Square is the brilliant hand foot elbow knee shuttlecock game which is good for keep fit agile and out of mischief. The Monument was built 1913 - 1914 in memory to the Martyrs of the Railway and marks the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty and the establishment of the People's Republic of China. In 1950 the new Communist Party renamed the Park People's Park and reopened it in 1952. There is also a monument to the Sichuan Army Martyrs of War of Resistance against Japan and also a small museum. If you are a horticultural fanatic it is brilliant for lotus in the Summer and Chrysanthemums in the Autumn which we were lucky enough to see in all their splendid colours and varying shapes and sizes. There is also a bonsai garden. This actually is not considered to be a tourist attraction site but I was extremely happy to visit as this is more an insight into local daily life where culture and entertainment merge.
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