Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport 33 min
锦里 (21 min) Picturesque, old-world pedestrian street lined with stalls for traditional crafts & snacks. Anshun Bridge (19 min) A famous, scenic landmark, this covered bridge with an upscale restaurant is illuminated at night. Chengdu Wu Hou Shrine (19 min) Temple dedicated to a prominent Three Kingdoms–era figure, with relics in a tranquil setting. New Century Global Mall (12 min) Massive complex featuring shopping space, commercial centers, entertainment areas & a water park. Kuan Alley and Zhai Alley (26 min) Cultural hub on an ancient street, with souvenirs, local folk art & dining specialties. West Pearl Tower (25 min) TV broadcasting tower reaching 339 meters & offering an observation deck, shopping & dining. Jinsha Site Museum Tourist Center (22 min) Museum displaying the ancient finds of the Jinsha Site, including ivory, gold & jade artifacts. Wangjiang Pavilion Park (17 min) Park with a 4-story pavilion dedicated to Xue Tao, a Tang dynasty poet, amid groves of rare bamboo. Tianfu Square (20 min) Giant panda Sichuan Science and Technology Museum (21 min) Large state museum featuring diverse science & technology exhibits, including airplanes & robots. Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding (30 min) Giant Panda conservation facility allowing visitors to observe pandas & other endangered animals. Du Fu Thatched Cottage (21 min) The 20-hectare park & museum honoring Du Fu contains a replica of his cottage & copies of his works. Qingyang Palace (West Gate) (21 min) Showy Taoist palace with a large pavilion & artifacts, known for 2 black, bronze goat statues. Sino-Ocean Taikoo Li Chengdu (22 min) Modern complex absorbing older temples & tea rooms alongside high-end boutiques & corporate offices. People's Park (22 min) Popular urban green space featuring a pond, a waterside cafe, 2 museums & verdant, shaded pathways. |