Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport 46 min
People's Park (11 min) Popular urban green space featuring a pond, a waterside cafe, 2 museums & verdant, shaded pathways. Chengdu Wu Hou Shrine (15 min) Temple dedicated to a prominent Three Kingdoms–era figure, with relics in a tranquil setting. 锦里 (14 min) Picturesque, old-world pedestrian street lined with stalls for traditional crafts & snacks. Sichuan Science and Technology Museum (9 min) Large state museum featuring diverse science & technology exhibits, including airplanes & robots. Sino-Ocean Taikoo Li Chengdu (9 min) Modern complex absorbing older temples & tea rooms alongside high-end boutiques & corporate offices. Kuan Alley and Zhai Alley (12 min) Cultural hub on an ancient street, with souvenirs, local folk art & dining specialties. Du Fu Thatched Cottage (23 min) The 20-hectare park & museum honoring Du Fu contains a replica of his cottage & copies of his works. Happy Valley Chengdu (25 min) Popular amusement park offering rollercoasters & other rides, a water park, dining & performances. West Pearl Tower (19 min) TV broadcasting tower reaching 339 meters & offering an observation deck, shopping & dining. Qingyang Palace (West Gate) (16 min) Showy Taoist palace with a large pavilion & artifacts, known for 2 black, bronze goat statues. Jinsha Site Museum Tourist Center (23 min) Museum displaying the ancient finds of the Jinsha Site, including ivory, gold & jade artifacts. Tianfu Square (9 min) Giant panda Anshun Bridge (10 min) A famous, scenic landmark, this covered bridge with an upscale restaurant is illuminated at night. New Century Global Mall (25 min) Massive complex featuring shopping space, commercial centers, entertainment areas & a water park. Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding (21 min) Giant Panda conservation facility allowing visitors to observe pandas & other endangered animals. |