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Dujiangyan Panda Valley
Zoos & aquariums • Chengdu

Dujiangyan Panda Valley

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4.6 / 5
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Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding Ticket
Zoos & aquariums • Chengdu

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding Ticket

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Chengdu Zoo
Zoos & aquariums • Chengdu

Chengdu Zoo

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US$ 3.35
US$ 4.19
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Chengdu Bipenggou Full-Day Mountain Tour with Hiking
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Tours • From Chengdu

Chengdu Bipenggou Full-Day Mountain Tour with Hiking

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English guided
4.8 / 5
(314) • 3K+ booked
US$ 43.25
Chengdu Jiuzhaigou Full-Day Small Group Tour
Tours • From Chengdu

Chengdu Jiuzhaigou Full-Day Small Group Tour

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4.7 / 5
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US$ 139.59
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Chengdu Bipenggou Full-Day Alpine Scenery Tour
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Tours • From Chengdu

Chengdu Bipenggou Full-Day Alpine Scenery Tour

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English guided
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4.9 / 5
(23) • 100+ booked
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US$ 40.05
Sichuan Opera House - Shufeng Yayun Ticket
Events & shows • Chengdu

Sichuan Opera House - Shufeng Yayun Ticket

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4.7 / 5
(106) • 3K+ booked
US$ 17.75
Retail: US$ 22.19
Dujiangyan Admission Ticket Chengdu
Parks & gardens • Chengdu

Dujiangyan Admission Ticket Chengdu

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4.8 / 5
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Chengdu Leshan Giant Buddha & Emei Mountain Full-Day Tour
Tours • From Chengdu

Chengdu Leshan Giant Buddha & Emei Mountain Full-Day Tour

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English guided
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4.8 / 5
(599) • 3K+ booked
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US$ 89.45
Hong Ding Yan · Hotpot China Cultural Performance First Brand
Tours • Chengdu

Hong Ding Yan · Hotpot China Cultural Performance First Brand

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4.8 / 5
(41) • 1K+ booked
US$ 29.05
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One-day tour experience of Chengdu Dujiangyan and Panda Valley
Tours • Chengdu

One-day tour experience of Chengdu Dujiangyan and Panda Valley

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4.8 / 5
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One-Day Tour to Shuangqiao Valley, Mount Siguniang, Chengdu (including Dujiangyan Night View)
Tours • From Chengdu

One-Day Tour to Shuangqiao Valley, Mount Siguniang, Chengdu (including Dujiangyan Night View)

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4.9 / 5
(79) • 200+ booked
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US$ 46.70
Chengdu|Chengdu Tianfu International Airport Private Airport Transfer
Private airport transfers • Chengdu

Chengdu|Chengdu Tianfu International Airport Private Airport Transfer

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4.7 / 5
(299) • 3K+ booked
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US$ 26.15
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Chengdu Suburbs: Optional Dujiangyan/Giant Panda Base/Mount Qingcheng/Sanxingdui Private Day Tour
Car charters • From Chengdu

Chengdu Suburbs: Optional Dujiangyan/Giant Panda Base/Mount Qingcheng/Sanxingdui Private Day Tour

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4.8 / 5
(37) • 200+ booked
US$ 103.75
Chengdu - Siguniang Mountain/Jiuzhaigou Valley/Wawu Mountain/Bipenggou Bus Ticket
Buses • From Chengdu

Chengdu - Siguniang Mountain/Jiuzhaigou Valley/Wawu Mountain/Bipenggou Bus Ticket

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4.5 / 5
(90) • 1K+ booked
US$ 14.69
Chengdu to Four Girls Mountain/Bipenggou one-way private transfer
Car charters • From Chengdu

Chengdu to Four Girls Mountain/Bipenggou one-way private transfer

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4.9 / 5
(16) • 100+ booked
US$ 112.39
Jiuzhaigou/Huanglong 1-Day Chartered Car (Including High-Speed Rail Station Transfer)
Car charters • Chengdu

Jiuzhaigou/Huanglong 1-Day Chartered Car (Including High-Speed Rail Station Transfer)

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4.6 / 5
(19) • 100+ booked
US$ 100.55
Chengdu Private Day Charter
Car charters • Chengdu

Chengdu Private Day Charter

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Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(12) • 400+ booked
US$ 115.99
Chengdu Leshan & Huanglongxi Private Day Tour
Car charters • From Chengdu

Chengdu Leshan & Huanglongxi Private Day Tour

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5.0 / 5
(15) • 50+ booked
US$ 146.20
Chengdu|Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Private Airport Transfer
Private airport transfers • Chengdu

Chengdu|Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Private Airport Transfer

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4.8 / 5
(130) • 300+ booked
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Chengdu Mount Emei/Leshan Giant Buddha private car one-day tour
Car charters • Chengdu

Chengdu Mount Emei/Leshan Giant Buddha private car one-day tour

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5.0 / 5
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US$ 146.20
Optional Mount Siguniang Shuangqiaogou/Bipenggou Private Day Tour (Round Trip from Chengdu City)
Car charters • Chengdu

Optional Mount Siguniang Shuangqiaogou/Bipenggou Private Day Tour (Round Trip from Chengdu City)

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5.0 / 5
(23) • 50+ booked
US$ 226.39
Chengdu Outskirts Private Day Tour (Panda Base/Sanxingdui/Dujiangyan/Mount Qingcheng/Nan Bridge/Yangtianwo Giant Panda Observation Deck/Panda Paradise)
US$ 173.65
Mainland China Bus & Metro Card
Rail passes • From Shanghai

Mainland China Bus & Metro Card

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4.1 / 5
(357) • 4K+ booked
US$ 4.55

Hotels in Chengdu

Echeng Hotel
Hotels • Chengdu

Echeng Hotel

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4.6 / 5
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US$ 50.28
US$ 52.63
Novotel Chengdu Chunxi Road
Hotels • Chengdu

Novotel Chengdu Chunxi Road

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5.0 / 5
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US$ 69.02
Merica Hotel -Chengdu Chunxi Road
Hotels • Chengdu

Merica Hotel -Chengdu Chunxi Road

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4.4 / 5
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US$ 20.87
Pagoda Hotel Chengdu Taikoo Li
Hotels • Chengdu

Pagoda Hotel Chengdu Taikoo Li

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4.7 / 5
(42)
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US$ 83.89
SEYA Serviced Apartment - Chengdu Taikoo Li Flagship(Managed by SEYA GROUP)
Hotels • Chengdu

SEYA Serviced Apartment - Chengdu Taikoo Li Flagship(Managed by SEYA GROUP)

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4.8 / 5
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US$ 108.36
Ascott Raffles City Chengdu
Hotels • Chengdu

Ascott Raffles City Chengdu

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4.6 / 5
(227)
US$ 68.42
US$ 73.18
Tianfu Joyhub Air Hotel
Hotels • Chengdu

Tianfu Joyhub Air Hotel

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4.8 / 5
(53)
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US$ 87.56
Mcsrh Hotel -Chengdu Jiuyanqiao
Hotels • Chengdu

Mcsrh Hotel -Chengdu Jiuyanqiao

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4.5 / 5
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US$ 16.28
US$ 16.45
JW Marriott Hotel Chengdu
Hotels • Chengdu

JW Marriott Hotel Chengdu

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4.7 / 5
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US$ 134.70
Chengdu Sonderia Hostel&Bar-Lazybones
Hotels • Chengdu

Chengdu Sonderia Hostel&Bar-Lazybones

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US$ 23.47
Hilton Garden Inn Chengdu Chunxi Road Center
Hotels • Chengdu

Hilton Garden Inn Chengdu Chunxi Road Center

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4.6 / 5
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US$ 64.17
Chengdu Hazens Hotel
Hotels • Chengdu

Chengdu Hazens Hotel

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4.5 / 5
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US$ 37.32

Reviews of Chengdu activities

li ***
2026-10-08 06:13:26
Fantastic 5.0
This is our second time choosing Klook's custom tours, and this time we booked a fully customized 6-day trip around Chengdu. The recommended destinations and hotels were completely tailored to our requests. To avoid the biggest crowds during the National Day holiday, we chose Qionglai, a small city west of Chengdu, along with the must-see Dujiangyan Irrigation System and Mount Qingcheng. The overall itinerary was reasonably planned, and whenever we needed temporary adjustments during the trip, Ling'er's team in charge of the itinerary responded very promptly, making our travel experience exceptionally good. Driver Xia Heqian provided full chauffeured service throughout these six days. Driver Xia was extremely punctual and enthusiastic, the vehicle was clean and comfortable with a smooth ride, and he helped us optimize our sightseeing routes for high efficiency, avoiding traffic jams and crowds. He also took us to try very authentic and delicious local specialties, maximizing our travel experience.
KIAT ******
2026-11-07 09:52:57
Fantastic 5.0
This was an amazing 3-day, 2-night trip to Huanglong and Jiuzhaigou! The scenery was simply lovely. Mountains, turquoise lakes, streams and waterfalls galore! All in a pristine environment. Crowd control at both locations was excellent although it was peak season in autumn. There was ample time to enjoy both attractions. The Jiuzhaigou Romance show (optional) is highly recommended too! I enjoyed it. Our tour guide Ah Qiu was cheerful, very efficient and responsible, with clear instructions provided. On the bus, she took time to talk about many things in the region, including facts about Chinese herbs. Good job, thank you Ah Qiu for taking care of all of us! Kudos to the bus captain too for a safe and comfortable journey.
Klook客路用户
2026-07-14 07:04:12
Fantastic 5.0
We booked a large group tour with our children, and before we left, our biggest concern was the high-speed rail tickets and connecting to the scenic spots. However, the entire trip went very smoothly. On the day we visited Jiuzhaigou, we were in the park for a full 6 hours, from morning until afternoon. Our tour guide planned our route in advance, ensuring we visited Changhai and Wuhua Sea first to avoid the midday crowds. The water was so blue that the children kept exclaiming in wonder. The day at Huanglong was even more thoughtful; the guide suggested we take the ropeway up and walk down. The Five-Color Ponds were completely full and shimmered golden in the sunlight. The next afternoon, we took the high-speed train back to Chengdu and were home before 8 PM. There were no shopping stops throughout the trip, and the guide provided commentary on the scenery and culture during the bus rides.
Klook客路用户
2026-11-06 02:45:21
Fantastic 5.0
Overall, the experience of this 3-day high-speed rail tour to Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong exceeded expectations. Visiting in early November, we just caught the tail end of the colorful autumn forests. The travertine pools of Huanglong matched with the colorful distant mountains, and the various lakes in Jiuzhaigou featured exceptionally rich color layers, without the oppressive crowdedness of the peak season. Taking the high-speed rail from Chengdu took about two hours, sparing us the misery of getting carsick from a long bus ride, which was a big plus for me. We stayed at a 4-star hotel near the gully entrance, which was clean, warm, with stable hot water, and we rested well at night. The complimentary Tibetan earthen hot pot dinner had a lively atmosphere, allowing us to briefly experience local customs. The itinerary pace was reasonably arranged, avoiding the need to wake up frantically early to rush on the road in the morning. The tour guide provided detailed explanations and reminded us to keep warm at high altitudes, walk slowly, and avoid running. One small reminder: Huanglong has a high altitude, so you must walk slowly, carry an oxygen canister with you, and be sure to prepare a windproof jacket.
Angelika *******
2026-10-22 11:51:15
Fantastic 5.0
picked up and dropped off in our hotel. Xiao Chen our guide was very kind and gave us great tips for our sightseeing adventures. Bipenggou and Mount Sigunuang was so worth it! Very recommended when you go to Sichuan! We were still able to rest well at the included hotel. Great Sichuan food too!
Effendy *****
2026-11-03 11:31:15
Fantastic 5.0
it was a wonderful trip, the schedule was well planned and comfort. Super satisfied with the driver, he was very helful 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
D ***
2026-09-22 02:26:37
Fantastic 5.0
My biggest concern was altitude sickness, but the entire trip went well, and I didn't feel anything. This might be because we had oxygen tanks, and for higher altitudes, the travel agency arranged oxygen rooms, which was a really great touch! Itinerary: On the day we explored Daocheng Yading, it's essential to bring an oxygen tank. You'll definitely feel a difference in your heart and lungs, and the climb can still be a bit challenging; however, I thought the scenery was decent. The night sky was truly beautiful, and you could see the stars clearly with the naked eye, no telescope needed. Personally, I prefer Mount Siguniang over Daocheng Yading; the scenery at Mount Siguniang is lusher and more diverse! Driver: The driver was excellent, drove steadily, and had a mild temperament. He was punctual every day and shared interesting local customs and stories with us along the way.
凤 *
2026-11-06 03:51:00
Fantastic 5.0
Before the trip, I was most worried about altitude sickness in western Sichuan, as I had never been to a high-altitude area before, so I was quite anxious. Fortunately, the two nights were arranged at lower elevations rather than staying directly near the glacier, so we rested pretty well. Oxygen tanks and similar supplies were adequately provided in the vehicle. There were 5 of us in a 7-seater vehicle, which was quite comfortable. We took turns sitting in the front passenger seat, and everyone in the group was very easygoing. The itinerary was purely for sightseeing with no shopping and no hidden store visits. We communicated clearly with customer service before booking, and the actual trip was almost identical to what they described. They can be considered trustworthy.
클룩 고객
2026-09-17 09:36:04
Fantastic 5.0
This was our first time taking a group tour in China as foreigners. Despite some language barriers, we had a wonderful trip thanks to the kindness of our guide and driver. The scenery was also incredibly beautiful. The only downside was that due to long travel times, meal times often didn't align with typical lunch or dinner hours, leading to inconveniences like eating very late dinners, sometimes around 10 PM. Next time, if the schedule causes meal times to be significantly delayed, it would be great if there was more flexibility to arrange a nearby restaurant in between. Thanks to our cheerful driver, we were able to enjoy the long-distance journey to the end.

Chengdu at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Chengdu?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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150
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50
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132
Jan
71
Feb
59
Mar
Busiest 179
Apr
140
May
132
Jun
121
Jul
Quietest 37
Aug
49
Sep
60
Oct
89
Nov
132
Dec

April sees the biggest surge—demand was typically around +79% above a typical month, while August was much quieter at about 63% below a typical month, so book early for April and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Chengdu cheapest?

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Priciest $46 Cheapest $11
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities averaged typically around USD 27; June is the cheapest month at typically around USD 11, roughly 76% below September's typical high, so visiting in June often brings lower activity prices (which also lines up with the quieter season). Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

2 daysLast-minute
8 daysTypical
20 daysEarly

Most travellers typically book about 8 days ahead, with some booking as late as around 2 days and early planners around 20 days; this means you have flexibility for short-notice plans, but consider booking earlier for the April peak. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Chengdu

Local weather

℉℃
  • DEC - FEB
    11°3°

  • MAR - MAY
    26°8°

  • JUN - AUG
    29°21°

  • SEP - NOV
    25°10°

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 6.67CNY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Tomorrowland Music Festival

    Lantern Festival

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Chengdu

What Chengdu is known for

Chengdu’s busiest bookings on Klook concentrate on Zoos & aquariums, followed by Tours, Attraction passes, Theme parks and Events & shows. Demand cycles through the year: April is the peak month while late summer is much quieter, according to Klook booking data. That rhythm makes Chengdu a year-round destination for family-friendly animal experiences and guided tours, with festival and event energy spiking in spring. Use those patterns to decide whether you want lively, crowded scenes in peak months or calmer conditions in quieter months — choose between peak atmosphere or smaller crowds.

Best time to visit Chengdu

Klook booking data shows April as the busiest month, with demand well above a typical month, and August as the quietest. Prices over the last 12 months drifted down through spring to a low in June, then rose into early autumn; demand and prices sometimes move together (spring sees higher bookings) and sometimes diverge (September is priciest while demand is quieter). For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider June; for peak-season atmosphere aim for April.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Busier than usual USD 27
February Quieter than usual USD 26
March Very quiet USD 15
April Peak demand USD 17
May Peak demand USD 15
June Busier than usual USD 11
July Busier than usual USD 41
August Very quiet USD 40
September Very quiet USD 46
October Very quiet USD 35
November About average USD 25
December Busier than usual USD 25

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Where to stay in Chengdu

Klook booking data shows Shuangliu as the most affordable district (typically around USD 48 per night) and Jinjiang as the priciest (typically around USD 79 per night), a gap of roughly 39% between them. Cheaper districts tend to suit travellers who prioritise saving on accommodation or who prefer simple, budget-friendly stays; pricier districts suit travellers looking for a more upmarket hotel experience and extra amenities. Use these typical nightly prices from Klook booking data to match your accommodation choice to the kind of stay you want.

Tips for travellers planning ahead

Most travellers on Klook book about 8 days ahead, while the earliest planners book roughly 20 days out; last-minute options also exist, with many suppliers accepting bookings around 2 days before. That typical lead time means you should plan ahead but still have flexibility; booking earlier pays off in the peak months like April. Use Klook to lock in tickets and tours once your dates are set, especially for popular spring experiences, and check listings a few weeks out if you prefer deals and flexibility — Klook booking data shows this pattern among past travellers.

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