Top Chengdu Attractions & Museums

Observe giant pandas playing, feeding and resting at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding on this private half‑day tour. Includes professional guide plus private round‑trip hotel pick‑up and drop‑off.

Coordinating Chengdu’s major sights independently can mean long travel times and crowded public transport. This full-day private tour includes hotel pickup and combines the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Wenshu Temple, People’s Park, and historic Old Town into a single, efficient route. With private transportation and time for cultural stops, it's ideal for travelers wanting to maximize their day with ease and comfort.

The Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base is located at 1375 Panda Avenue, Chenghua District, Chengdu City, Sichuan Province, China. It is 10 kilometers away from the city center and more than 30 kilometers away from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. It is a world-renowned giant panda relocation protection base, scientific research and breeding base, public education base, and educational tourism base. The base covers an area of 1000 acres. As a "ecological demonstration project for the relocation of giant pandas", it is renowned for protecting and breeding endangered wildlife unique to China, such as giant pandas and red pandas. The Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base was established based on the breeding, treatment, and breeding of giant pandas in Chengdu Zoo. In 1997, an open laboratory was established. In 2019, the base received over 9 million Chinese and foreign tourists.

Home to artefacts from China’s ancient Shu civilization, which flourished more than 3,000 years ago, the Sanxingdui Museum is a must for fans of Chinese history. It’s slow and fiddly to reach by public transport, but this private tour makes it easy—and stops at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding too. With transfers but no guide or entrance fees, it’s perfect for travelers who value independence.

Skip the hassle of planning and logistics, and discover the highlights of Chengdu on this private guided day tour. See giant pandas at the Chengdu Research Base during their active morning feeding, stroll the historic Wide and Narrow Alleys district, and visit the Jinsha Site Museum to view artifacts from the ancient Shu kingdom. Skip the lines at major sites and travel comfortably in a private vehicle with your guide.

Discover Chengdu comfortably and efficiently on a private 8-hour sightseeing trip. The tour is a great option for travelers short on time, who also want a leisurely experience.  All-inclusive transportation takes you from your hotel top the city’s top four attractions. The short but holistic itinerary includes guided visits at Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Memorial Temple, Renmin Park, and Chengdu Panda Base.

1. Morning panda viewing at peak activity time 2. Flexible options: tour with transfer or ticket only 3. Panda Base + Leshan Giant Buddha in one day 4. Easy meeting point at Chunxi Road Panda Landmark 5. Relaxed pace, no forced shopping Choose from 3 panda options. The Panda Base Half-Day Tour starts at around 8:00 AM, with pickup at the Chunxi Road Panda Landmark, a guided morning visit to see giant and red pandas, and return to downtown by midday. The Panda Base & Leshan Giant Buddha Day Tour starts at around 7:30 AM, visiting the Panda Base first, then continuing to the UNESCO-listed Leshan Giant Buddha, returning to Chengdu in the evening. The Panda Base Entrance Ticket Only option allows flexible entry times and requires independent travel to and from the Panda Base.

Explore Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and get close to China’s adorable national treasures in a lush bamboo-filled haven. Watch giant pandas feeding and playing in natural-style enclosures, and capture lovely wildlife snapshots. Highlight 1. Admission ticket for Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding 2. Access to well-designed panda habitats surrounded by thick bamboo 3. Chance to observe giant pandas and baby cubs in their peaceful living environment 4. Opportunity to take memorable photos of these charming fluffy creatures NOTICE 1. Your booking voucher or confirmation from this platform IS NOT A TICKET 2. Only OFFICIAL E-TICKETS are valid for entry, which will be delivered to your email and platform inbox 7 days prior to your scheduled visit. Don’t forget to check your spam mailbox. 3. Please arrive at the venue at your seleceted time slot punctually.

See the world’s largest stone Buddha statue! Standing at an astounding 233 feet (71 meters), the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Grand Buddha of Leshan is proof of the significance of this religion in ancient China. Enjoy delicious Chinese lunch at a popular local restaurant before strolling the streets of Huanglongxi Ancient Town, dotted with magnificent temples. Walk slowly through the winding old alleys and enjoy a leisurely afternoon here.

Enjoy an easy and flexible visit to the famous Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. You can choose ticket-only entry or add a private English-speaking guide to make your experience more informative and enjoyable. With a private guide, you will learn more about giant pandas, their daily habits, conservation efforts, and the best viewing areas inside the base. Your guide can also help you avoid crowds, plan the route efficiently, and make sure you don’t miss the most memorable moments. Choose the option that suits you best — explore independently or enjoy a personalized panda experience with a private guide.

Accompanied by professional and experienced guides, visit the giant panda base to see "the rare living fossils" no more than 2000 in the world. You can see pandas of different ages, see them eat bamboo, make noises, climb trees, etc. You will love them more. At the Jinsha site, you can see many cultural relics that you have never seen. These cultural relics have a history of more than 3,000 years, recording the origin, development, and decline of the Shu culture. Here, you can learn more Chinese culture.