Chengdu

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The Perfect 7 Days in Chengdu

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DAY 1

The Big Highlights

  1. Wuhou Temple

    Morning

    Wuhou Temple

    Walk among ancient halls honoring Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang, icons of China's legendary Three Kingdoms era.

    2 min walk · 0.1 km to the next stop
  2. Afternoon

    Liu Xiang Cemetery

    A serene heritage park honoring a Republic-era warlord, tucked beside the famous Wuhou Shrine complex.

    9 min drive · 1.5 km to the next stop
  3. People's Park

    Evening

    People's Park

    Beloved Chengdu park where locals gather for tea, dancing, and a taste of laid-back Sichuan life.

Where to eat: Doryoku 餐 — A well-loved local spot.

DAY 2

Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    Karashi I Akiu Ro Shi Goto 纪 Nen Hi

    A solemn monument honoring martyrs of the 1911 Revolution's railway protection movement in Chengdu.

    5 min walk · 0.4 km to the next stop
  2. Kawa 军 Konichi 阵 亡 Shoshi 纪 Nen Hi

    Afternoon

    Kawa 军 Konichi 阵 亡 Shoshi 纪 Nen Hi

    A solemn tribute to Sichuan's brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives fighting Japanese forces in WWII.

    4 min walk · 0.3 km to the next stop
  3. Chengdu Museum

    Evening

    Chengdu Museum

    Dive into Sichuan's rich history inside this stunning golden copper-clad museum in the heart of Chengdu.

Where to eat: Cacaja — Indian — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 3

Culture & Icons

  1. Sichuan Science and Technology Museum

    Morning

    Sichuan Science and Technology Museum

    Explore hands-on science exhibits in Chengdu's premier interactive museum, sparking curiosity for all ages.

    4 min walk · 0.3 km to the next stop
  2. Afternoon

    Sichuan Grand Theatre

    Sichuan's premier performing arts venue hosts world-class opera, ballet, and drama in stunning style.

    7 min walk · 0.5 km to the next stop
  3. Evening

    Seito 东 华 门 遗 Shi

    Unearth layers of ancient Chinese civilization beneath modern Chengdu at this remarkable archaeological city site.

Where to eat: Caidie New Vegetarian Concept — Regional — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 4

Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    Kuanzhai Xiangzi Alleys

    Stroll Chengdu's beloved preserved lanes blending ancient teahouses, street food, and lively local culture.

    12 min walk · 0.9 km to the next stop
  2. Afternoon

    Ju Ni 桥 遗 Shi

    Uncover a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age settlement hidden beneath modern Chengdu's bustling streets.

    4 min walk · 0.3 km to the next stop
  3. Qingyang Taoist Temple

    Evening

    Qingyang Taoist Temple

    Chengdu's oldest Taoist sanctuary, where incense drifts through ornate courtyards steeped in 1,300 years of mysticism.

Where to eat: Chen Mapo Restaurant — Chinese — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 5

Parks & Slower Moments

  1. Culture Park

    Morning

    Culture Park

    Urban park offering green space and recreational facilities in central Chengdu.

    19 min walk · 1.4 km to the next stop
  2. Du Fu Thatched Cottage

    Afternoon

    Du Fu Thatched Cottage

    Wander serene gardens surrounding the historic cottage where Tang Dynasty poet Du Fu once lived.

    11 min drive · 2.3 km to the next stop
  3. yongling

    Evening

    yongling

    Explore the thousand-year-old underground palace of Five Dynasties king Wang Jian, a rare Chengdu treasure.

Where to eat: Chen Mapo Tofu — Chinese — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 6

Culture & Icons

  1. Wenshu Monastery

    Morning

    Wenshu Monastery

    A serene Buddhist temple in central Chengdu, offering incense-filled courtyards and centuries of peaceful spiritual heritage.

    12 min drive · 2.5 km to the next stop
  2. Afternoon

    Konan 馆 Gai Gai Bo 遗 Shi

    Unearth Tang Dynasty street life at this nationally protected archaeological site in the heart of Chengdu.

    9 min drive · 1.6 km to the next stop
  3. West Pearl Tower

    Evening

    West Pearl Tower

    Soar 339 meters above Chengdu in this iconic panda-themed communication tower with sweeping city views.

Where to eat: Cui's Charcoal Fire Copper Pot Braised Pork Ribs — Chinese — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 7

Culture & Icons

  1. Morning

    Old Buildings of Wangjiang Lou

    Stroll through elegant Qing-dynasty pavilions celebrating the legendary poet Xue Tao beside the Jinjiang River.

    33 min drive · 9.5 km to the next stop
  2. Jinsha Culture Relict Site

    Afternoon

    Jinsha Culture Relict Site

    Unearth Chengdu's 3,000-year-old secrets at this stunning ancient civilization buried beneath the modern city.

    1 min walk · 0.1 km to the next stop
  3. Evening

    Jinsha Site Museum

    Unearth 3,000-year-old Shu Kingdom treasures, including a stunning golden sun-bird emblem at this captivating archaeological museum.

Where to eat: Dajing Alley Aunt Xiu's Spicy Hotpot Skewers — Hotpot — a well-loved local spot.

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