Plan Your Chengdu Trip, China

Top Things to Do in Chengdu

• Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding: Giant Panda conservation facility allowing visitors to observe pandas & other endangered animals.
• Kuan Alley and Zhai Alley: Cultural hub on an ancient street, with souvenirs, local folk art & dining specialties.
• People's Park: Popular urban green space featuring a pond, a waterside cafe, 2 museums & verdant, shaded pathways.
• Chengdu Wu Hou Shrine: Temple dedicated to a prominent Three Kingdoms - era figure, with relics in a tranquil setting.
• Wenshu Yuan Monastery: Active Buddhist monastery & temple with a serene garden, plus a teahouse serving vegetarian fare.
• Anshun Bridge: A famous, scenic landmark, this covered bridge with an upscale restaurant is illuminated at night.
• Taikoo Li
• Tianfu Square
• Qingyang Palace （West Gate）: Showy Taoist palace with a large pavilion & artifacts, known for 2 black, bronze goat statues.
• Chengdu Zoo: This large zoo is home to a variety of animals, including giant pandas, tigers & giraffes.

Also see the Chengdu destination guide for local food, getting around and the best time to visit.