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Practical guides and real answers for planning your Chengdu trip — from itineraries to local food.
Tea House Culture: How to Spend a Lazy Afternoon Like a Local
The secret to Chengdu’s 'happiness' isn't in a temple—it’s at the bottom of a 20 RMB cup of jasmine tea in a noisy, crowded park.
Itineraries1-Day Chengdu Itinerary — The Best Route If You Only Have One Day
Only have one day in Chengdu? This guide gives you the most realistic way to spend it, with two versions depending on when you start. If you can reach the Panda Base early, do the classic panda route. If you are starting later, skip the Panda Base and focus on the city instead.
ItinerariesThe Classic 3-Day Chengdu Itinerary: Pandas, History & Food
The ultimate no-stress plan to see Chengdu's biggest hits in 72 hours — pandas, the Giant Buddha, old streets, and the best hotpot of your life.
Decision GuidesChengdu vs. Chongqing: Which City Should You Visit (or Both)?
The ultimate showdown between China's chillest city and its wildest mountain metropolis — plus why you probably don't have to choose.
ItinerariesChengdu 101: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go
Your cheat sheet for Chengdu — water, power, language, tipping, safety, and everything else first-timers need to know before landing.
ItinerariesBest Time to Visit Chengdu: Weather, Festivals, and Seasonal Highlights
Pick the perfect month for your trip to Chengdu — avoid the summer sauna, the Golden Week crowds, and find out when the pandas are most active.
Stay and EatHow to Order Food in Chengdu (Without Knowing a Word of Chinese)
Master scan-to-order and translation apps to unlock the best hidden gems in Chengdu's back alleys — no Chinese required.
Stay and EatChengdu Nightlife: Bars, River Views, and Midnight Snacks
The sun goes down, the lights come up, and Chengdu turns into a neon-lit playground — the best bars, clubs, and late-night eats in the city.
Travel BasicsThe Ultimate App Kit: Setting up Alipay, WeChat, and Didi Before You Land
Exactly how to set up your payment, taxi, and map apps before you step foot in China — so you can live like a local from minute one.
Stay and EatShopping in Chengdu: From Luxury Malls to Authentic Souvenirs
Forget the cheap plastic pandas — where to find world-class malls, high-end fashion, and authentic Sichuan crafts worth bringing home.
Travel BasicsInternet in China: VPNs, eSIMs, and Local SIM Cards
How to stay connected to Google, Instagram, and WhatsApp while in China — and how to choose the best data plan for your trip.
Travel BasicsIs Chengdu Safe? A Guide for Solo and Family Travelers
A reassuring look at why Chengdu is one of the safest cities in the world, plus a few minor annoyances to keep an eye out for.