Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport 45 min
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding (12 min) Giant Panda conservation facility allowing visitors to observe pandas & other endangered animals. Wangjiang Pavilion Park (25 min) Park with a 4-story pavilion dedicated to Xue Tao, a Tang dynasty poet, amid groves of rare bamboo. Chengdu Wu Hou Shrine (33 min) Temple dedicated to a prominent Three Kingdoms–era figure, with relics in a tranquil setting. Happy Valley Chengdu (20 min) Popular amusement park offering rollercoasters & other rides, a water park, dining & performances. New Century Global Mall (23 min) Massive complex featuring shopping space, commercial centers, entertainment areas & a water park. Sichuan Science and Technology Museum (29 min) Large state museum featuring diverse science & technology exhibits, including airplanes & robots. Qingyang Palace (West Gate) (30 min) Showy Taoist palace with a large pavilion & artifacts, known for 2 black, bronze goat statues. Sino-Ocean Taikoo Li Chengdu (24 min) Modern complex absorbing older temples & tea rooms alongside high-end boutiques & corporate offices. 锦里 (32 min) Picturesque, old-world pedestrian street lined with stalls for traditional crafts & snacks. Tianfu Square (29 min) Giant panda Jinsha Site Museum Tourist Center (28 min) Museum displaying the ancient finds of the Jinsha Site, including ivory, gold & jade artifacts. Du Fu Thatched Cottage (31 min) The 20-hectare park & museum honoring Du Fu contains a replica of his cottage & copies of his works. West Pearl Tower (18 min) TV broadcasting tower reaching 339 meters & offering an observation deck, shopping & dining. Kuan Alley and Zhai Alley (32 min) Cultural hub on an ancient street, with souvenirs, local folk art & dining specialties. Anshun Bridge (25 min) A famous, scenic landmark, this covered bridge with an upscale restaurant is illuminated at night. |