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Chengdu travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-09

Giant Panda Breeding Base, Chengdu
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Common scams in Chengdu

10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Chengdu, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Chengdu — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Chengdu

6 places worth your time in Chengdu, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Chengdu →

Top food to try in Chengdu

6 dishes to eat in Chengdu, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Chengdu →

Traditions and customs in Chengdu

5 customs and traditions in Chengdu — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Chengdu →

Getting around Chengdu

How to travel around Chengdu — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Chengdu: transport and taxi apps →

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