15 Best Things to Do in Chengdu

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   Jinli

   Neighborhood

   Jinli is a bustling ancient street that recreates the charm of old Chengdu, with rows of red lanterns, wooden shopfronts, and cobblestone paths.

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   Kuanzhai Alley

   NeighborhoodFree entry

   Kuanzhai Alley (Kuanzhai Xiangzi, the 'Wide and Narrow Alleys') is one of Chengdu's most popular and atmospheric districts, three parallel, restored Qing-dynasty-era lanes (the Wide Alley, the Narrow…

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   Wenshu Temple (Chengdu)

   Religious site

   Wenshu Temple is a tranquil oasis in the heart of Chengdu, featuring beautifully maintained halls, courtyards, and gardens.

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   Wenshu Yuan Monastery

   Religious siteFree entry

   Wenshu Yuan Monastery, also known as Wenshu Temple, is one of the best-preserved Buddhist monasteries in Chengdu.

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   Wuhou Memorial Temple

   Museum

   Wuhou Memorial Temple, also known as the Temple of Marquis Wu, is a museum and shrine honoring Zhuge Liang, the legendary chancellor and military strategist of the Shu Han state during the Three…

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   Du Fu Thatched Cottage

   Museum

   Du Fu Thatched Cottage is a serene museum and park in Chengdu honoring the life and works of Du Fu, one of China's greatest poets.

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   Chilli Cool China

   MarketFree entry

   Chilli Cool China is a bustling market in Chengdu dedicated to the fiery flavors of Sichuan cuisine.

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   People's Park (Chengdu)

   Park & nature

   People's Park is the heart of daily life in Chengdu, a sprawling green space where the city's leisurely pace is on full display.

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   Happy Valley Chengdu

   Entertainment

   Happy Valley Chengdu is a major amusement park offering a wide range of attractions, from high-speed roller coasters to family-friendly rides and a water park.

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    Chunxi Road

    Neighborhood

    Chunxi Road is the pulsating commercial spine of Chengdu, a mile-long pedestrian-only avenue that buzzes day and night.

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    Chunxi Road Pedestrian Street

    LandmarkFree entry

    Chunxi Road Pedestrian Street is the beating heart of Chengdu's commercial district, a vibrant thoroughfare lined with department stores, boutiques, and eateries.

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    Chengdu Renmin Park

    Park & natureFree entry

    Chengdu Renmin Park, also known as People's Park, is a vibrant green oasis in the heart of the city.

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    Jinsha site

    Museum

    The Jinsha Site Museum is built directly over an ancient Shu civilization archaeological site, offering a window into a sophisticated Bronze Age culture that flourished over 3,000 years ago.

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    Westchinago

    Landmark

    Westchinago is a top-rated tour operator in Chengdu, China, known for crafting personalized itineraries that go beyond typical tourist paths.

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    New Century Global Center

    MarketFree entry

    New Century Global Center is a colossal development in Chengdu's Wuhou District, often described as the world's largest building by floor area.

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