Top 50 Best Things to Do in Chengdu
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  • Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breedingtop_1
    󰺂9.4
    6.69
    Chengdu.Panda base/Theatre General Hospital11.3 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoPanda Base's new favorite "Nao Nao" is adorably round
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜Observe pandas in their natural habitat up close
    11 giant panda venues | Red panda Flora
    󱨠Saved by 11120 users󱨠67783 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    _TI***1y_TI***1y

    Love the experience, lots of panda’s there. The day we were there wasn’t too crowed. The apps were easy to use, live tracking was great, able to follow the 2.5 hrs tour and visit all location without issues.

  • Dujiangyan Scenic Areatop_2
    󰺂9.2
    9.73
    Dujiangyan.Dujiangyan Scenic Area58.1 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󰀆Experience the ancient Water Release Festival around Qingming Festival
    󱨜Waterworks used for 2000 years
    󱨠Saved by 3949 users󱨠34501 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    HBNgHBNg

    Great view and prepare to walk. Recommend to enter via west entrance for mostly down slope walk minimized uphill.

  • Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museumtop_3
    󰺂8.9
    6.08
    Chengdu.Du Fu thatched cottage/Sichuan people's Hospital3.6 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Du Fu, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, lived and created here for nearly four years
    󱨜Du Fu's later years residence
    󱨠Saved by 2629 users󱨠27813 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    Maggie96Maggie96

    Beautiful place must see in chengdu! Garden is beautiful good place to spent there for relaxing

  • Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum
    4
    󰺂8.7
    1.46
    Chengdu.Wuhou Temple Commercial Area2.1 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoChengdu's Ginkgo Trees Are at Their Most Beautiful, Ushering in a Golden Romance | Nov 2025-Dec 2025
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊A millennium-old temple commemorating the heroes of the Three Kingdoms
    󱓊Phootography | Red Wall Bamboo Shadow
    󱨠Saved by 3261 users󱨠14358 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    JazzlesJazzles

    What a peaceful way to start the morning. We entered the shrine at around 9am and its was still relatively quiet. It was way bigger than we thought so plenty to explore. Our favourite was the bonsai trees section

  • Mount Qingcheng
    5
    󰺂8.6
    9.73
    Dujiangyan.Qingcheng Piedmont Scenic Area55.1 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoThe Dujiangyan Snow Mountain Season is about to begin | Dec 2025-Jan 2026
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 100 - Best Things to Do
    Highlights:
    Stroll along Longyinxia Plank Road and enjoy the waterfall scenery
    󱓊Taoist culture experience
    󱨠Saved by 2249 users󱨠14366 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    _TI***19_TI***19

    Worth the visit i walk up and down took me 5h doing the loops. Worth the journey with all the temple.

  • Panda Valley
    6
    󰺂8.2
    4.75
    Dujiangyan57.6 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoPanda Valley live observation now open
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Asia 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
    Highlights:
    󱓊Panda Training & Release Base
    󰋄Spring azaleas & autumn foliage photography
    󱨠Saved by 2154 users󱨠2218 positive reviews
    4.4/5
    NorCaLiNorCaLi

    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!

  • Liyuan Guild Hall-Chuan Opera Changing Face (wenshuyuan store)
    7
    󰺂8.1
    6.07
    Chengdu.Wenshu Monastery/Longhu Shangcheng Sky Street1.9 km from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoLiyuan Guild Hall-Chuan Opera Changing Face (wenshuyuan store) opens | Mar 2023
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Asia 100 - Night Attractions
    Highlights:
    󱓊Tea & Sichuan Opera show
    󰀆Face-changing in Sichuan Opera
    󱨠Saved by 2593 users󱨠6349 positive reviews
    4.9/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    Great show. The actor/actresses put on a fantastic and entertaining show for us. We chose the VIP seats and got the front row which is excellent for taking photos. Highly recommended.

  • Wen Shu Fang
    8
    󰺂8.1
    Chengdu.Wenshu Monastery/Longhu Shangcheng Sky Street2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 1 of Night Attractions in Chengdu
    Highlights:
    󱨜Experience traditional culture in a Western Sichuan courtyard
    Destination for antique and calligraphy appreciation and collecting
    󱨠Saved by 1619 users󱨠215 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    学校🏫学校🏫

    The following is the original Wenshufang scenic spot review (about 200 words):---**Wenshufang: The intertwined Zen life field of Foyun City, niche but worth the slow product! **** Worth it? ** If you want to avoid the torrent of tourists, experience the Buddhist life of Chengdu people "left-handed rosary and right-hand tea"**, it is more localized than the commercial ancient town ** suitable for slow-walkers who like quiet and love cultural details**, and choose carefully for those who walk around and watch flowers. **Core highlights: ** 1. **Millennium ancient temple fireworks:**Close to the red wall of Wenshu Monastery** (free! ), listen to the morning bell and evening drums, watch the fragrant worship, turn around and plunge into the street old brand: **Dongzikou Zhang jelly powder** sweet and spicy interweaving, **The long queue of palace peach peach** hides the local taste belief. 2. **Non-legacy craftsman live exhibition: **In the **West Sichuan residential courtyard**: ✅ Master Yinhua silk fingertips pull out 0.1mm Gold wire; ✅ Peacock feather line on the embroidered bandstand is gradient like a rainbow; ✅ Handmade teahouse long-billed copper pots draw arc light ** non-performance, is daily**. 3. ** Hidden treasure space: ** 📚 ** Ancient Bookstore ** Taomingu Buddhist scriptures; � **Zen Tea House** Bamboo curtain half roll, drink Mengding Mannlu and listen to the guqin panyin; 🌿 **Xiangdao Hall** Learn Hexiang, seal the "Spring Letter in the Snow" into the porcelain can and take away. **Guide to avoiding pits: **⚠️ Main Street shops are homogeneous, **Drilling to the side alley courtyard** is really interesting; 🌙 **The best night**The sound of the prayer wheel in the temple, the lanterns reflect the blue tiles, and the Buddha rhyme city is perfectly balanced; 🚫 Do not buy "open light" goods and respect the purity of religion. **Summary: ** This is not a place for net reds to punch in, but a capillaries of Zen life in Chengdu**. When you bite a hot Yan Taipo Guokui under a century-old ginkgo, see the magical authenticity of the monks floating through the sugar painting stalls, only Chengdu has it. ** --- *The review is based on the local cultural immersion experience, and the original content is derived from many field visits and interviews with non-legacy craftsmen. Reject the scenic draft speech. *

  • Chengdu Museum
    9
    󰺂7.8
    Chengdu.Tianfu Square/Chengdu Museum212m from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Asia 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
    Highlights:
    󰀆Largest shadow puppet exhibition
    󰋄Cultural hub at Tianfu Square
    󱨠Saved by 1719 users󱨠4954 positive reviews
    4.8/5
    FreewheelinFreewheelin

    Fascinating content, but needs better flow and crowd control!Sprawling six-level complex that could easily take half a day to explore. Main highlights on levels 2 to 4, where you’ll find beautifully preserved artefacts and detailed exhibitions tracing the region’s long history. That said, be prepared for a lot of walking — if you go through the displays in detail, your legs won’t be yours by the end!Foreign visitors should queue at a booth outside (passports needed) to get free entrance tickets before entering. Once inside, you can rent a digital guide (mine was CNY40, with pricier options available). The vendors love to throw shade at each other over pricing and hygiene — mildly entertaining and awkward. The audio guide is worth it, as the galleries lack a clear logical flow - think dumbbell-shaped rooms with exhibits on both sides and no obvious direction. The museum could really use numbered routes, floor arrows, or a timeline graphic to help visitors make sense of which dynasty or period they’re viewing.Overall, it’s fascinating, huge and worth the time - just wear comfy shoes and expect navigation quirks (plus parents with young kids who can't quite contain their volume 😬).

  • Manhua Sea of Flowers
    10
    󰺂7.8
    6.07
    Chengdu.Panda base/Theatre General Hospital13.7 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Spring Outings
    Highlights:
    󱓊Cherry blossoms (Spring) | Chrysanthemums (Autumn)
    Over 5,000 varieties of rare flowers
    󱨠Saved by 1404 users󱨠1455 positive reviews
    4.5/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    Manhua Garden a great place to hang up with friends and family. The park is really huge and many different type of flower according the season visited. Cheapest and affordable deals if purchase the entry ticket from Trip.com.

Best things to do in Chengdu (2025)

Looking for the ultimate experiences in Chengdu? From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, Chengdu offers an exceptional collection of activities and attractions that cater to every type of traveler.

Whether you’re here for sightseeing, adventure, or cultural exploration, these top-rated activities promise unforgettable memories.

Top-rated things to do in Chengdu

If you want to make the most of your trip, these activities deliver the full Chengdu experience. Expect popular attractions, unique local experiences, and must-see spots that capture the essence of the city.

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

• Chengdu.Panda base/Theatre General Hospital | 11.3 km from downtown

• : Observe pandas in their natural habitat up close,11 giant panda venues | Red panda Flora

Dujiangyan Scenic Area

• Dujiangyan.Dujiangyan Scenic Area | 58.1 km from downtown

• : Experience the ancient Water Release Festival around Qingming Festival,Waterworks used for 2000 years

Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum

• Chengdu.Du Fu thatched cottage/Sichuan people's Hospital | 3.6 km from downtown

• : Du Fu, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, lived and created here for nearly four years,Du Fu's later years residence

Things to do for unique experiences

These activities provide memorable experiences beyond the ordinary. Enjoy cultural tours, adventure sports, guided excursions, and immersive local experiences designed for all interests.

Things to do near Chengdu

If you want to explore attractions just outside Chengdu, there are plenty of activities that combine scenic surroundings with convenient access to the city, perfect for day trips or short excursions.

Each of these activities offers a unique escape within 1–3 hours of Chengdu, ideal for travelers who want to combine sightseeing with local experiences.

What makes things to do in Chengdu special

• Iconic landmarks: Visit must-see sights that define the city.
• Local experiences: Engage in culture, crafts, and unique activities.
• Accessible adventures: Easily reachable attractions for all travelers.
• Diverse options: From relaxing experiences to adventurous outings.

Tips for booking things to do in Chengdu

1. Plan ahead for popular attractions to avoid long queues.
2. Book early for guided tours or seasonal events.
3. Compare prices and packages on Trip.com for exclusive deals and bundled experiences.
4. Consider weekday visits for a quieter and more personalized experience.

Experience the best things to do in Chengdu

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What Best Things to Do are there in Chengdu?
These are all Best Things to Do in Chengdu:Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Dujiangyan Scenic Area, Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum, Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum, Mount Qingcheng
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Chengdu?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Chengdu include:Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding:4.5, Dujiangyan Scenic Area:4.7, Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum:4.7, Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum:4.6, Mount Qingcheng:4.6
At what locations in Chengdu can Best Things to Do in Chengdu be found?
The Best Things to Do in Chengdu are mainly located in:Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding:Chengdu, Dujiangyan Scenic Area:Dujiangyan, Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum:Chengdu, Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum:Chengdu, Mount Qingcheng:Dujiangyan
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