If you only have one day in Chengdu, this one-day tour that includes the best of Chengdu’s attractions is not to be missed. Not only will you see pandas up close on this route, but you’ll also get a deeper local experience of the slow life of the Chengdu people.
Day 1: Chengdu One-day Tour
Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding–Chengdu People’s Park–Wuhou Shrine–Jinli street
Welcome to Chengdu, which is known as the “Land of Abundance”.
In the morning, you will go to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. This is not only a scientific research base for pandas around the world, but also a cozy home for more than a hundred of pandas. You will be able to observe pandas of all ages eating, playing, rolling on the ground and climbing trees.
In the afternoon, you will step into Chengdu People’s Park to experience the unique leisure and ease of this city. Here you can order a pot of tea and take a nap or join the local people in a game of mahjong and experience the ear cleaning service.
Next, we drove to Wuhou Shrine, which is known as the “mecca of the Three Kingdoms” The most venerated memorial of Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei and other important Shu Han individuals. It is not only an important carrier of the Three Kingdoms culture, but also a treasure of ancient Chinese architectural and sculptural art.
As night falls, you will step into the Jinli street, which has ancient buildings, lots of Chengdu snacks and cuisines, and exquisite handicrafts that are lively and interesting folk performances. You will spend an unforgettable night here.
Recommended Evening Activities
Take a stroll down Chunxi Road and have some snacks.
Watch a Chinese kung fu or theater show and you can ask guide to buy tickets for you.
Take a walk around Chengdu on your own to experience Chengdu’s residential life.
