Is Chengdu safe for foreign tourists?

Yes. Chengdu is one of the easier major Chinese cities for foreign visitors from a safety point of view.

What safety usually means here:
- violent crime against visitors is rare
- central areas still feel relaxed at night
- solo travelers generally do fine with normal city awareness
- the bigger problems are usually practical, not dangerous

The issues that matter more than crime:
- payment setup: if Alipay is not ready, small day-to-day purchases become annoying fast
- food adjustment: too much spice or rich food too early is more likely than getting scammed
- airport and attraction taxis: use DiDi or official taxi lines instead of random drivers approaching you
- tea-invitation scams: politely decline friendly strangers pushing you toward a tea house or art stop

Good habits that make the trip smoother:
- keep your hotel name and address saved in Chinese
- carry a little cash, but expect mobile payment to matter more
- avoid putting your passport in a back pocket or loose outer bag
- use ride-hailing late at night instead of negotiating with street taxis

For solo women:
Chengdu is generally comfortable for solo female travelers. The usual rule applies: stay alert in empty areas late at night, and use official transport when you are tired or unsure.

Emergency basics:
- 110 for police
- 120 for ambulance
- your embassy or consulate is the best backup for document problems

The short version is that Chengdu is not a city I would describe as stressful or unsafe. Prepare for logistics, not fear.