Chengdu Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

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Hotels in Chengdu

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Chengdu Ren He Spring Hotel

No.19second Ring Road West Binary | Chengdu, 610072, CN

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Guanyin Yiyuntai Hotel Chengdu

No.38-39 Kuan Alley Qingyang District | Chengdu, 610015, CN

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The Hidden House Cheng Du Du Fu Thatched Cottàge Branch

No.59 Qinghua Roadqingyang District. | Chengdu, 610000, CN

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Projoy Hotel Tianfu

#1 Section 1 Hua Fu Avenue Hua Yang Street Tianfu New District Chengdu | Chengdu, 610043, CN

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Joyhub Cheer Hotel

No.2 Yun Yue Road，tianfu International Airportjianyang | Chengdu, 614614, CN

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Mumian Chengdu

No. 38 Shuang Cheng Er Road Chenghua District | Chengdu, 610051, CN

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Chengdu Chengshe Hotel - Wenjiang University Town Southwest Caida Branch

No.702 Section 3 Nanchang Avenue Liucheng Wenjiang District | Chengdu, 611100, CN

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Chengdu Expo Waterfall Hotel - MGallery Collection

3199 Park Avenue Sancha Street Eastern New Area Chengdu Sichuan Province | Chengdu, 641419, CN

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At a glance

Climate

Temperate

Languages

Mandarin and Sichuanese

Local currency

CNY (CNY)

Local time

08:42 (GMT+8)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

3 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Chunxi Road/Taigu Li

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

Not customary

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 80 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Mapo Tofu Kung Pao Chicken Dan Dan Noodles Hot Pot

When to visit Chengdu

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: October Busiest: Apr-May, Sep-Oct

Jan

50

Cold, often foggy
Feb

55

Chilly, improving
Mar

70

Mild, warming up
Apr

85

Pleasant, blooming
May

80

Warm, occasional rain
Jun

65

Hot, humid, rainy
Jul

60

Very hot, humid
Aug

65

Hot, humid, rainy
Sept

85

Pleasant, mild
Oct

90

Cool, clear skies
Nov

70

Cool, dry
Dec

55

Cold, often foggy

50

Jan Cold, often foggy

55

Feb Chilly, improving

70

Mar Mild, warming up

85

Apr Pleasant, blooming

80

May Warm, occasional rain

65

Jun Hot, humid, rainy

60

Jul Very hot, humid

65

Aug Hot, humid, rainy

85

Sept Pleasant, mild

90

Oct Cool, clear skies

70

Nov Cool, dry

55

Dec Cold, often foggy

Things to do in Chengdu

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

1 place

Giant Panda Breeding Research Base

Northern Chengdu 3 hrs

Observe adorable giant pandas in their naturalistic habitats.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Leshan Giant Buddha

Leshan (Day Trip) 6 hrs

Marvel at the world's largest stone Buddha statue carved into a cliff.

Outdoors Good for children

People's Park Tea House

Qingyang District 1.5 hrs

Relax like a local, sipping tea, watching life, and getting an ear clean.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

3 places

Jinli Ancient Street

Wuhou District 2.5 hrs

Wander through a bustling historic street with traditional architecture, food, and crafts.

Outdoors Good for children

Sichuan Opera Show

Qingyang District 2 hrs

Experience a vibrant traditional performance featuring face-changing and acrobatics.

Indoors Good for children

Authentic Sichuan Hot Pot Feast

Various 2 hrs

Indulge in a fiery and flavorful communal dining experience.

Indoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Kuanzhai Alley (Wide and Narrow Alleys)

Qingyang District 2 hrs

Explore beautifully preserved Qing Dynasty alleys with tea houses, shops, and restaurants.

Outdoors Good for children

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Chengdu — First-Timer Highlights

Discover the vibrant heart of Sichuan, from adorable pandas to spicy hotpot and ancient wonders.

This itinerary is crafted for first-time visitors eager to experience the essential charms of Chengdu. Over three days, you'll encounter iconic giant pandas, delve into rich history and culture, savor world-renowned Sichuan cuisine, and witness breathtaking natural and man-made marvels. It's perfect for those seeking a balance of must-see attractions and authentic local experiences.

3 Days 11 Stops

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