Top Chengdu Art & Culture

Coordinating Chengdu’s major sights independently can mean long travel times between attractions and crowded public transport. This full-day private tour streamlines the experience by combining the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Wenshu Temple, People’s Park, and the historic Old Town into a single, efficient route. With private transportation and time built in for cultural stops, it's perfect for travelers looking to pack plenty into one day.

Discover the ancient Chinese tradition of “bian lian”—also known as “face changing”—a type of performance where actors rapidly change brightly colored masks. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, secure your spot with prebooked admission. You can also choose to add on private transfers if you wish, and enjoy other add-ons such as a tea service and dessert.

Shu Feng Ya Yun’ is one of the most renowned Sichuan Opera performances in Chengdu, offering an exquisite showcase of this traditional art. The show features classic stories brought to life by skilled performers in colorful attire, with the highlight being the rapid and magical face-changing act. Audience members are treated to an engaging and culturally rich experience that reflects the essence of Sichuan’s theatrical heritage。 Since the Sichuan Opera is highly popular among tourists, we recommend booking in advance. Good seats are usually unavailable if booked on the same day. Thank you for your understanding

Getting around China on public transport can be challenging, particularly if you don’t speak or read Chinese. Make it easy on yourself by booking a private driver direct from your door for this transport-only tour. Start at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Then, rather than piece together metro, bullet train, and buses, relax on the 2-hour drive to the Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Finding an evening activity in Chengdu that feels authentic rather than touristy can be difficult, especially if you don’t know where to go or what’s worth seeing. Instead of wandering between teahouses or risking a disappointing show, enjoy a Sichuan Opera performance at Shufeng Yayun Teahouse. By prebooking your ticket, you have the benefit of a reserved seat—simply settle in and enjoy a showcase of acrobatics, dance, puppetry, and traditional arts.

Explore Chengdu when temperatures have cooled and the lights have brightened on this evening food tour by tuk-tuk. Explore pedestrian alleyways, hidden parks, and small temples as you visit favorite local eateries. Experience Chengdu's cuisine and culture by eating at the same places that local people do, without worrying about deciphering menus in Chinese.

Spend a morning with some of China’s most famous residents at the Dujiangyan Giant Panda Center or the Chengdu Panda Breeding Center in Chengdu. Led by a professional panda keeper, meander through the facilities and observe the pandas while you learn about their breeding and life stages. Also, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Red Panda area to learn more about this quiet yet territorial mammal.

Discover Chengdu and beyond on a private day-to-night experience that blends heritage, modern lifestyle, and evening city scenery. Start with a half-day cultural visit to Dujiangyan, continue with photo-friendly stops at Zhongshuge and Yangtianwo Square, and end with a Blue Tears-style night view experience. ● Private customized itinerary with flexible timing. ● Half-day visit to Dujiangyan with cultural interpretation. ● Visit Zhongshuge for iconic bookstore architecture and photos. ● Stop at Yangtianwo Square for urban art and lifestyle scenes. ● End with a Blue Tears-style night view experience. ● Private hotel pickup/drop-off + professional English-speaking guide.

Discover Sichuan's Soul: An All-Inclusive Day of Awe and Atmosphere We handle every detail—from private transport and expert guiding to a handpicked local lunch—so you can immerse yourself in the region's rich heritage without a single worry. Your personal journey begins with a morning pick-up from your Chengdu hotel by our professional driver and English-speaking guide. Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage marvel carved into the cliffs overlooking a river confluence over 1,200 years ago. Next, we explore the hidden gem of the Orient Buddha Park . Built upon the ancient grounds of lost Tang Dynasty temples. True travel is experienced through local flavors. For lunch, a local favorite consistently praised by our guests. Afternoon: The pace slows as we visit the enchanting Huanglongxi Ancient Town. With a history spanning over 1,700 years, this postcard-perfect "millennial water town" preserves the graceful architecture and slow rhythm of Ming and Qing dynasty life.

Head Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera Theatre. Experience an entertaining Chinese traditional Opera Night. Unique culture experience with beautiful costumes, singing, Bian Lian Face changing, Hand Shadow and a lot of more. A Spectacular Show amaze both for adults and kids alike.

Enjoy a full-day guided tour from Chengdu that combines giant panda bears with the Leshan Buddha and Wuyou Temple. Get great photo ops of China’s furry ambassadors at the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base while watching the adorable pandas. Then savor a lunch that features Xiba tofu (bean curd), a regional specialty. Afterward, take a scenic drive to Leshan to see the Grand Buddha, the largest stone Buddha sculpture in the world. You also stop at Wuyou Temple and can choose an optional river cruise (own expense).

The Sichuan Opera stands out from other Chinese performing arts because of its unique tradition of showcasing “face-changing” performers who magically switch their colorful face masks in seconds. Witness this up close, and try to figure out how it’s done by going to an authentic Sichuan Opera performance. Reserving tickets in advance means you’ll secure better seats than if you bought at the door.

Instead of waiting around for a last-minute cab or fighting your way through unfamiliar public transportation, book your private transfer service ahead and enjoy a way more relaxed experience. Get whisked straight away from your Chengdu accommodation to discover Huanglongxi Ancient Town and the Leshan Giant Buddha with ease, and at your own pace.

We provides convenient private transfer service between Chengdu SHUANGLIU International Airport(CTU) or Chengdu TIANFU International Airport(TFU)to your hotel in the downtown of Chengdu.   We offer many choices of vehicles and all our drivers are professional and know every corners of this area quite well. All the clean, tidy air-con vehicles we use are licensed with insurance. The vehicles will be just for you, your family or your group.

Experience the gastronomy of the Sichuan province on a half-day walking tour through Chengdu’s local market. Discover the spices that go into local cuisine and sample some traditional snacks. Then head to a nunnery for a special Buddhist ceremony and a tasty vegetarian lunch before ending the tour at the Wengshu Monastery. This is a great opportunity to learn about local culture and venture off the beaten path in Chengdu.

Your English-speaking leader will meet you at your centrally located hotel in Chengdu and then will take you into this incredible tea market. This wholesale tea market is one of the biggest tea markets in China. Even if you don’t need that much tea, this huge, fascinating and amazing market with a collection of tea shops still worth to visit. Luckily., it is very easy for you to learn how to dry, process and package tea from these tea shops, and to find tea leaves of all shapes and sizes in these tea wholesale stores. You can learn how to differentiate oolong, green, black, white and Pu-er tea and get to know each of the good effects and functions of drinking different kinds of tea. If you are willing to purchase some good tea, you can have a seat and taste what you want to try before you make a deal. It’s also one of the best and cheapest places to buy tea sets and accessories.

Expand your food knowledge and taste delicious Chengdu cuisine on this small-group or private cooking experience. Not only will you learn cooking techniques with oversight from an expert, you'll also explore a market like a local and learn about the ingredients in your food. Practice your skills while making multiple dishes, then enjoy your meal with beverages included too.

Combine a trip to the Chengdu Giant Panda Base with a visit to the Leshan Giant Buddha on this full-day private tour from Chengdu, which saves you the hassle of arranging your own tickets and transportation. With a private guide, overcome the language barrier and learn more about pandas and Buddhism than you would from the guidebook alone.

This corner of Chengdu was known by many names: Shaocheng (少城), Luocheng（罗城）, Mancheng(满城)—each name a chapter in its 2200-year saga. Once a walled world, sealed off for Manchu communities alone, this enclave wasn’t just bricks and boundaries; it was a living, breathing slice of Qing-dynasty life, tucked into the heart of Sichuan. Why here? What did daily life feel like for the bannermen and their families who called it home—sipping tea in hutongs, training in courtyards, or weaving local flavors into their northern traditions? And what makes its echoes still pulse today, drawing visitors to wander where history lingers in every alley? We’ll peel back the layers: grand tales of empire and segregation, paired with small, vivid moments. By the end, you won’t just see Mancheng—you’ll live a day in its shoes, where past and present dance in the shadows of its walls. Let’s step in.

This is a classic travel route to Chengdu! This is the hometown of giant pandas, where you can see many, many adorable pandas! Mount Emei is a world cultural and natural heritage site, and one of the four famous Buddhist mountains in China!Leshan Giant Buddha is the main attraction in Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area, which was listed as a World Natural & Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996 together with Mount Emei. Located at the joint of Minjiang River, Dadu River and Qingyi River, Leshan Giant Buddha is sitting facing Leshan City across the river and it’s the largest cliff rock carving Maitreya Buddha statue in the world.

Our English guides are experienced and knowledgeable. They are still sticking with inbound tourism after the 3 years hard time. A lot of English guides gave up tourism during the past 3 years and changed their jobs. However, we still kept the most experienced guide and they are really know what to do with their jobs. We provides 4 options for clients with different demands. If you want to see the more active pandas with less crowds, you can choose the option 1 to visit Dujiangyan panda base and irrigation park as a day tour. However, if you have already seen the pandas before and you like hiking in the nature, please choose the option 2 to visit the UNESCO's natural and cultural heritage-Mt. Qingcheng and Dujiangyan irrigation system. Furthermore, if you only need a private transfer to those attractions, please select the option 3 and 4

This is the ideal trip for time-tight travelers interested in seeing two historic sights in a day. Take the stress out of being stuck on crowded public transport by opting for a private tour instead. Enjoy the convenience of having hotel pickup, drop-off and transfers between sites included. Explore Dujiangyan Irrigation System, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mount Qingcheng.

If you're eager to uncover the captivating essence of Chengdu after dark, our private evening tour is a must - experience adventure. Hop into a plush, air - conditioned vehicle, picked up right from your hotel, and embark on a journey led by an expert guide. Witness the city's modern side come alive as Taikooli Shopping Zone sparkles with illuminated storefronts, a perfect blend of contemporary style and Sichuan heritage. Tianfu Square, the city’s beating heart, stuns with its dazzling lights and dancing fountains. Then, step into the time-honored charm of Kuanzhai Alley, where traditional courtyards and red lanterns tell tales of old Chengdu, while trendy shops and cafes add a modern twist. End your night at the vibrant Jiuyanqiao Bridge, where neon - lit bars along the riverbank set the stage for an unforgettable nightlife experience. You can customize this tour to fit your exact interests. Don't miss out on this exclusive chance to see Chengdu's nightscape in all its glory!