Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport 37 min
Wangjiang Pavilion Park (30 min) Park with a 4-story pavilion dedicated to Xue Tao, a Tang dynasty poet, amid groves of rare bamboo. Sino-Ocean Taikoo Li Chengdu (37 min) Modern complex absorbing older temples & tea rooms alongside high-end boutiques & corporate offices. Sichuan Science and Technology Museum (34 min) Large state museum featuring diverse science & technology exhibits, including airplanes & robots. Qingyang Palace (West Gate) (32 min) Showy Taoist palace with a large pavilion & artifacts, known for 2 black, bronze goat statues. Jinsha Site Museum Tourist Center (35 min) Museum displaying the ancient finds of the Jinsha Site, including ivory, gold & jade artifacts. West Pearl Tower (38 min) TV broadcasting tower reaching 339 meters & offering an observation deck, shopping & dining. Tianfu Square (33 min) Giant panda Chengdu Wu Hou Shrine (30 min) Temple dedicated to a prominent Three Kingdoms–era figure, with relics in a tranquil setting. 锦里 (33 min) Picturesque, old-world pedestrian street lined with stalls for traditional crafts & snacks. People's Park (35 min) Popular urban green space featuring a pond, a waterside cafe, 2 museums & verdant, shaded pathways. Kuan Alley and Zhai Alley (37 min) Cultural hub on an ancient street, with souvenirs, local folk art & dining specialties. New Century Global Mall (16 min) Massive complex featuring shopping space, commercial centers, entertainment areas & a water park. Du Fu Thatched Cottage (31 min) The 20-hectare park & museum honoring Du Fu contains a replica of his cottage & copies of his works. Anshun Bridge (33 min) A famous, scenic landmark, this covered bridge with an upscale restaurant is illuminated at night. Sichuan Museum (33 min) Large museum showcasing ancient pottery, Buddhist art & changing international exhibits. |