Top 50 Family-friendly Attractions in Chengdu

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Andre CQ

I had an amazing visit to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and highly recommend it to anyone coming to Chengdu. I booked my own ticket online and added the keychain option, then took a Didi to and from the base which made the trip incredibly convenient. I also rented the audio guide at the information center for 30 yuan, which added useful context as I explored the different panda habitats. It’s important to arrive early ideally between 7:30am and 10am because pandas follow natural resting cycles and become far less active as the day heats up. Arriving during the morning feeding time lets you see them eating, climbing, and playing before they nap for most of the afternoon. The areas with the highest number of pandas are the Sunshine (Sun) and Moonlight (Moon) Enclosures, as well as the popular Panda Nursery where younger pandas are often visible. Overall it was an unforgettable experience and absolutely worth the early start.

M51***52

I really enjoyed the atmosphere here; it's a lovely garden scenic spot. Du Fu was truly Du Fu—he knew how to choose a place to settle down! Although his own thatched cottage was very simple, the location he chose was truly beautiful and ideal for living. In short, I really liked this place! At first, I thought the ticket price was a bit expensive before going inside, but after walking around, I found it was definitely worth it.

NorCaLi

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!

难 得糊 涂

Chengdu's Wenshufang, located at No. 66 Wenshuyuan Street in Qingyang District, is a national AAAA-level open-air historical and cultural district built around the ancient Wenshuyuan Temple. Admission is free and the area is open 24 hours a day, though it's recommended to plan a three- to four-hour visit. The district's architectural style is inspired by traditional western Sichuan courtyards, with blue tiles, white walls, and carved eaves. This creates a unique "courtyard-style commercial street" feel, earning it the nickname "Chengdu's Double Embroidery"—the sound of Buddhist chants echoes within the red walls, while the bustling market life unfolds beyond. Wenshufang's core identity can be summarized as "Zen culture combined with traditional Chengdu folk customs." Within the district, there's a temple every 100 steps and a pagoda every 1,000 steps. In addition to Wenshuyuan Temple (built in the Sui Dynasty and inscribed by Emperor Kangxi), the district also preserves the remains of the "Nine Palaces and Eighteen Temples," including the Five Mountains Palace, Lengjia Nunnery, and Aido Hall. This area boasts the most concentrated religious and cultural heritage in Chengdu's old city. Building on this foundation, the neighborhood has incorporated elements such as the "Empty Forest Zen Road" market for Zen-inspired goods, the "Manjusri Blessed Land" cluster of protected courtyards, the "Folk Old Street" offering intangible cultural heritage crafts, the "Chengdu Salon" teahouse featuring antiques, calligraphy, and paintings, as well as the "Old Chengdu Food Court" and "Tianzi Food Hall." This all-in-one experience combines incense worship, Hanfu travel photography, gaiwan tea, Sichuan Opera face-changing, and century-old snacks (such as dragon wontons, Zhong dumplings, and Lai glutinous rice balls). The atmosphere is enhanced by the lighting of lanterns at night. Wenshufang is a free historical district offering the most concentrated and convenient experience of old Chengdu: burning incense, enjoying vegetarian food, drinking tea, watching opera, strolling the ancient streets, enjoying snacks, shopping for cultural products, and photographing Hanfu costumes. For a quick experience of slow living and the essence of Zen, simply add this area to your half-day itinerary.

月🌕🌸儿

The Chengdu Museum holds various exhibitions from time to time. It has a great location, right next to the subway exit. Regular exhibitions are free, but reservations are required. Some solo exhibitions require additional tickets.

Anonymous 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.

M41***74

This was the most satisfying hotel of the trip. It's a large hotel with many places to explore. We saw swans, and even casual snapshots turned out quite nice. The park was well-maintained. The staff were also very welcoming and attentive. I'm planning a second stay with my family.

Anonymous user

How could you visit Sichuan without seeing pandas! After doing a lot of research, I chose this base where I could get up close and personal with them. Traveling during the off-season was perfect – less crowded and a truly immersive experience! The weather was just right, neither too hot nor too cold, ideal for watching the pandas frolic. It turns out these adorable pandas are actually "hidden beasts" – you can only observe them quietly up close, not touch them, which adds to their charmingly wild side. Watching them happily devour bamboo shoots or roll around and nap, their endearing antics were captivating. The entire experience was immersive and therapeutic, a truly relaxing and therapeutic experience. I definitely want to bring my kids next time to experience the joy of being a panda "cat servant"!

Anonymous user

For those who haven't been, I recommend checking it out. It has a wide variety of animals and offers a rich experience. I was most impressed by the seals and monkeys. Unfortunately, it was around midday when I went, and the animals were taking their afternoon nap, so I didn't see many. Overall, it's a great trip and definitely worth the money.

M25***73

Chengdu Happy Valley offers a variety of thrilling rides, with impressive roller coasters and themed shows; the environment is clean and cheerful, making it suitable for family trips; while queues can be a bit long, the service is excellent. Overall, a perfect experience, highly recommended for a weekend trip!