Chengdu, China - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-08-09

Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan province, famous for its giant pandas, spicy cuisine, and relaxed culture. Visit to experience a unique blend of tradition and modernity, savor incredible food, and meet the world's cutest creatures.

Top things to do in Chengdu

Things to do in Chengdu include Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Jinli Ancient Street, Chunxi Road. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Chengdu

Here is what 3 days in Chengdu look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. Chengdu Museum
  2. Sichuan Art Museum
  3. Tianfu Square · Qingyang District
  4. Kuanzhaixiangzi
  5. Wuhou Shrine
  6. Wenshu Temple

Day 2

  1. Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding · Chenghua District
  2. Shuijingfang Museum
  3. New Century Global Center (Chengdu Global Center)
  4. Anshun Bridge
  5. Jiuyan Bridge
  6. Daci Temple · Jinjiang District

Day 3

  1. Jinsha Site Museum
  2. Sichuan Museum · Qingyang District
  3. Du Fu's Thatched Cottage
  4. Qingyang Temple

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Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Chengdu?

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Jinli Ancient Street, Chunxi Road, People's Park, Global Center, Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum and 9 more. Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding: A must-visit to see giant pandas up close in their semi-natural habitat.

What can you do in 3 days in Chengdu?

Day 1: Chengdu Museum, Sichuan Art Museum, Tianfu Square, Kuanzhaixiangzi. Day 2: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Shuijingfang Museum, New Century Global Center (Chengdu Global Center), Anshun Bridge. Day 3: Jinsha Site Museum, Sichuan Museum, Du Fu's Thatched Cottage, Qingyang Temple.

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