Chengdu Travel

Yes, Chengdu is the best place in the world to see giant pandas. The most popular site is the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where you can observe pandas of all ages in natural enclosures. Visiting early in the morning (around 8–10 a.m.) is ideal, as the pandas are most active before the afternoon nap.

Spending 2–4 days in Chengdu allows you to enjoy both the city’s top attractions and nearby day trips. Two days is enough for the panda base, Jinli Street, Wuhou Temple, and sampling Sichuan cuisine. With more time, you can visit the Leshan Giant Buddha, Mount Qingcheng, or take a deeper dive into local culture with a tea ceremony or cooking class.

Yes! Chengdu is very family-friendly. Children will love seeing pandas up close, visiting interactive museums, or watching face-changing performances at a Sichuan opera. Parks and open spaces like People’s Park also offer areas for kids to run around. Many attractions are stroller-accessible, and food options can be adapted for younger tastes.

Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan cuisine, famous for its bold flavors and use of Sichuan peppercorn. Must-try dishes include hotpot, mapo tofu, kung pao chicken, dan dan noodles, and spicy rabbit head for the adventurous. You’ll also find street snacks like skewers, sweet rice balls, and cold noodles in night markets.

Chengdu offers a range of rich cultural experiences. You can sip tea in a traditional teahouse, learn how to cook authentic Sichuan dishes, enjoy a face-changing opera show, or visit Qingyang Taoist Temple. The relaxed pace of life and strong cultural identity make Chengdu ideal for travelers seeking immersive local experiences.

Yes, Leshan is a popular day trip from Chengdu. It takes around 1.5 to 2 hours to reach by car or high-speed train. Once there, you can view the Buddha either by hiking down the cliffside or from a boat on the river. Our tour guide makes logistics easy and helps avoid crowds at peak times.