Aperçu de la Ville
Chengdu is laid-back yet lively, famed for giant pandas, fiery Sichuan cuisine, and teahouse culture. It’s a gateway to western China with a thriving food and nightlife scene.
Meilleure Période
March–June and September–November for mild weather.
Climat
Humid subtropical; hot, humid summers and cool, overcast winters.
Giant Pandas
See pandas up close at the Chengdu Research Base.
Sichuan Cuisine
Hotpot, mapo tofu, and street snacks packed with mala spice.
Teahouse Culture
Relaxed pace with historic teahouses and mahjong in parks.
Attractions Incontournables
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Top spot to see pandas in naturalistic enclosures; arrive early for active feeding time.
Visit in the morning when pandas are most active; avoid holidays.
Jinli Ancient Street
Pedestrian street near Wuhou Temple with snacks, crafts, and traditional decor.
Great for evening strolls; sample street snacks like liangfen.
Itinéraires Recommandés
1-Day Chengdu
Day 1
- Morning: Panda Base visit
- Afternoon: Wuhou Temple and Jinli Ancient Street
- Evening: Sichuan hotpot or opera face-changing show
Repas: Lunch near Jinli; dinner hotpot (mild or spicy broth).
Hébergement
Zones Recommandées
- Chunxi Road / Taikoo Li (shopping, dining)
- Jinjiang district for central access
- Wuhou district for culture and quieter stays
Types d'Hébergement
Modern hotels and boutique stays around Taikoo Li; budget hostels around Jinjiang and Wuhou.
Plateformes de Réservation
Booking.com, Agoda, and Trip.com; check for English-friendly front desk if needed.
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Guide Culinaire
Plats Locaux
Chengdu Hotpot
Rich mala broth with numbing Sichuan peppercorns and chili oil.
Lieux Recommandés: Shu Jiu Xiang, Da Long Yi
Restaurants Recommandés
- Shu Jiu Xiang - Popular local hotpot chain with multiple spice levels (Mid-range)
Notes sur la Cuisine
Many spots offer non-spicy broth (yuan yang pot). Street food like chuan chuan (skewers) is plentiful.
Transport
Comment s'y Rendre
Fly into Chengdu Shuangliu (CTU) or Tianfu (TFU) airports; high-speed rail connects major cities.
Dans la Ville
Expanding metro network and affordable ride-hailing; plenty of walkable streets in the core.
Conseils de Transport
Carry a metro card; spice-sensitive travelers can request 'less spicy' (shao la / wei la).
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Shopping
Articles à Acheter
- Sichuan peppercorns and chili pastes
- Panda souvenirs
- Bamboo crafts
Lieux de Shopping
IFS/Taikoo Li for brands; local markets around Wide & Narrow Alleys for souvenirs.
Conseils de Shopping
Vacuum-seal spices for travel; bargain in small markets.
Informations Pratiques
Aide Linguistique
English is limited beyond tourist zones; basic Mandarin or translation apps help.
Monnaie et Paiement
Chinese Yuan (CNY); mobile pay common, cash still accepted in small shops.
Contacts d'Urgence
Police: 110, Medical: 120, Fire: 119.
