Chengdu – a 3,000-year-old city you’ve got to see!

Chengdu – a 3,000-year-old historic city full of culture and charm!

Food lovers, get ready for bold, spicy flavors: Sichuan hotpot (huǒguō), chuànchuàn skewers, dumplings (zhōng shuǐ jiǎo), spicy beef slices (fūqī fèipiàn), and tasty noodles (féicháng fěn). Cool off with sweet treats like hóngtáng cí bā or bīngfěn.

City sightseeing routes:

• Shop & Stroll: Chunxi Lu, IFS Guojin Center, Taikoo Li, Daci Si (tea break), Tangba Street (street food), Wangping Street (local eats), evening Jinjiang River cruise.

• Culture & Parks: Chengdu Museum, Citang Street, People’s Park (tea + dumplings), Kuanzhai Xiangzi, Kuixinglou Street.

• Pandas & Heritage: Panda Base, Wenshu Yuan Temple (tea + vegetarian meals + face-changing show), Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street.

• Poets & Modern Art: Du Fu Thatched Cottage, Yulin Road (street food), Eastern Suburb Memory (art & cafes).

Tips before you go:

• Plan a relaxed route to enjoy the city.

• Avoid driving – traffic and parking are tricky; public transport is easiest.

• Use “Tianfu Tong” app for easy metro/bus rides and discounts.

• Public bikes (Meituan, Didi Qingni) are great for short trips.

Must-try foods:
Long Chao Shou, zhōng shuijiao, Lai Tang Yuan, fūqī fèipiàn, Dandan Mian, Tianshui Mian, San Da Pao.
Sichuan hotpot & chuànchuàn: find small alleys or local restaurants for authentic spicy flavor.

Accommodation suggestions:

• Near Chunxi Lu: central, lots of shops/restaurants, busier and pricier.

• Near Wenshu Yuan: quiet, boutique hostels, local experience.

• Near Eastern Suburb Memory / Jianan Street: budget-friendly, easy access to high-speed trains and airport.

If you love city walking, don’t miss small stops around Kuanzhai Xiangzi and Yulin Road for a unique Chengdu experience!