Is Chengdu expensive for tourists?

No, Chengdu is very affordable for tourists. Even on a budget you can eat very well and see all the main attractions.

Price breakdown:
- Budget accommodation: $10-25 per night (hostel or budget hotel)
- Mid-range hotel: $30-60 per night
- Luxury hotel: $80-150+ per night
- Street food snack: $1-3
- Local restaurant meal: $3-8 per person
- Hotpot dinner: $10-20 per person
- Metro ride: $0.30-1.00
- Major attraction ticket: $5-15
- Daily budget budget traveler: $30-50 total
- Daily budget mid-range: $50-100 total

Compared to other popular tourist destinations:
- Much cheaper than - Beijing, Shanghai, major Western European cities, Tokyo, Seoul
- Similar price to - other cities in China, Southeast Asia
- More affordable than - most international destinations

Best value:
- Street food is incredible quality at incredibly low prices
- Public transport is cheap and efficient
- Most attractions are reasonably priced

Even travelers on tight budgets can have an amazing experience in Chengdu. It's one of the best-value travel destinations in Asia.