Chengdu Travel Blog
Expert tips, detailed guides, and insider knowledge to help you plan the perfect Chengdu adventure.
Start with the practical Chengdu pages
If you are still choosing where to stay, how many days to plan, or what first-time mistakes to avoid, these guide pages are a better starting point than the blog archive.
Trip Planning
First Time in Chengdu
If this is your first Chengdu trip, start here. This guide helps you choose the right pace, first bookings, and the easiest route through the city.
Trip Planning
Where to Stay in Chengdu
Choosing the right Chengdu base changes the whole trip. This guide helps you match hotel area to pace, food priorities, and transport needs.
Trip Planning
How Many Days in Chengdu
The right Chengdu trip length depends less on ambition and more on pace, weather flexibility, and whether you want the city to feel calm instead of rushed.
Trip Planning
Common Mistakes in Chengdu
Most Chengdu trip mistakes are not dramatic. They are small planning errors that make the city feel more tiring, less smooth, and less enjoyable than it should.
Spring in Chengdu: The Best Season for Pandas and Parks
Discover why spring is the perfect time to visit Chengdu, with mild weather, blooming flowers, and active pandas.
The Ultimate Guide to Sichuan Hotpot in Chengdu
Everything you need to know about eating hotpot in Chengdu - from choosing the broth to mastering the dipping sauce.
The Perfect 3-Day Chengdu Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
A carefully planned 3-day itinerary that covers pandas, culture, food, and the best experiences Chengdu has to offer.
10 Must-Try Dishes in Chengdu Beyond Hotpot
Chengdu's food scene goes far beyond hotpot. Discover the essential dishes every visitor needs to try.
Chengdu Teahouse Culture: A Complete Guide
Experience Chengdu's famous teahouse culture - the heart of the city's relaxed lifestyle and social traditions.
Chengdu Nightlife: Where to Go After Dark
From craft beer bars to night markets, discover the best places to experience Chengdu after sunset.
Du Fu Thatched Cottage: What It Is Really Like and Why It Is Worth Your Time
A practical visitor guide to Du Fu Thatched Cottage in Chengdu: what you will actually see, how much time to plan, and why this quiet park matters more than you think.