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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do near Zhongjiang [2025]
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Jiuzhaigou National Park
4.7
/5
47748 reviews
9.7
From AU$ 59.64
Based on 4,207 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8608377769999
Address: Beside the 301 Provincial Highway, Jiuzhaigou Mouth, Yuzha Town, Jiuzhaigou County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Unique alpine lake clusters and travertine ponds
Tibetan customs & wooden houses
Saved by 6542 users34997 positive reviews
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Jiuzhaigou is well-managed and well-organized. The glacial landforms create a unique landscape, and the various waterfalls are breathtaking. The downside is that it's too tiring to walk through the entire area in one day, and the scenic area doesn't allow for secondary entry, so you have to buy a ticket.
The crowds were numerous and the quality was low. The shuttle bus was packed, and queue-jumping was common. Even taking photos required queuing. I recommend completing the tour in one day, focusing on Wuhua Lake, Tiger Lake, Mirror Lake, Changhai Lake, and the Five-Colored Pool. The other pools are average, so if you have more time, feel free to explore them, but I recommend a full day.
Value for money: Undoubtedly poor, with a 280 yuan ticket price.
Environment: Jiuzhaigou's ambiance is undeniably stunning, surpassing even the best water views in China.
Enjoyment: If you haven't seen better elsewhere, this first visit will be truly impressive. There's a lot of walking involved, making it a paradise for hikers.
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Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
4.5
/5
92257 reviews
9.5
From AU$ 11.72
Based on 6,684 reviews
Panda base/Theatre General Hospital | 60.9 km from downtown
Phone +8602883510033
Address: No. 1375, North Panda Avenue, Chenghua District, Chengdu
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Observe pandas in their natural habitat up close
11 giant panda venues | Red panda Flora
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Absolutely a "must see" on your list when you come to Chengdu. I wasn't disappointed and saw red pandas and white giant pandas and many of them. They are sooo cute and the scenery is serene, peaceful. If you don't want to walk, take the sightseeing bus for only 30¥. Be sure to also checkout the Bamboo Tower where you get to see the view of Chengdu.
This time I accompanied my parents to see it. It was a Friday and not many people were there. We mainly visited 7 pavilions and saw basically all the popular pandas. There was not much queue for Huahua this time, not as exaggerated as during the summer vacation. After the visit, we went to Jinlili, Kuanzhai and other places. One day was just enough time.
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Dujiangyan Scenic Area
4.7
/5
48126 reviews
9.2
From AU$ 17.04
Based on 855 reviews
Dujiangyan Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602896526
Address: Park Road, Dujiangyan City, Chengdu
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Experience the ancient Water Release Festival around Qingming Festival
Waterworks used for 2000 years
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This scenic area is quite large, so I recommend entering from the Qinyan Tower entrance. This way, you'll have little to no climbing and will be mostly downhill. Cross the Anlan Cable Bridge to Yuzui, where a sightseeing bus will take you to Feishayan. It's a 20-minute walk on your own, so don't stand in line if there are crowds. If you visit at night, don't miss the blue tears of Guanxian Ancient City's South Bridge.
The price/performance ratio is not high for a tourist attraction. You can come and visit to learn about the history of Dujiangyan! There are many people at night, all wanting to take pictures of the illuminated scenery! The alleys of the commercial street are worth a look!
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Sanxingdui Museum
4.5
/5
15030 reviews
9.0
From AU$ 15.34
Based on 195 reviews
44 km from downtown
Phone +8608385533333
Address: Zhenwu Village, Nanxing Town, Guanghan District, Deyang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-5 hours
Highlights:
Watch artifact restorers at work up close
Ancient artifacts from 4800 years ago
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It was indeed quite shocking, but the bronze artifacts inside were a bit visually tiring. Moreover, you cannot make an appointment for a manual tour online, you have to make an appointment on site, and if there are too many people and it's late, you can't make an appointment, which is inconvenient.
Tickets for the Sanxingdui Museum are available at 8:00 PM every day (you need to book 5 days in advance) for adults at R72 per person. From Chengdu East to Guanghan North/Sanxingdui, you can take a taxi or a special bus. Tips for taking photos: Lower the exposure to capture artifacts! You can get photos without crowds in the background. Sanxingdui's creative products are fantastic. The first floor's creative area is packed with artifacts, refrigerator magnets, blind boxes, and pendants, making it hard to move your legs.
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Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum
4.7
/5
35592 reviews
9.0
From AU$ 10.65
Based on 803 reviews
Du Fu thatched cottage/Sichuan people's Hospital | 74.6 km from downtown
Phone +8602868921800
Address: No.37, Qinghua Road, Qingyang District, Chengdu City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Du Fu, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, lived and created here for nearly four years
Du Fu's later years residence
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I was lucky enough to meet a very good tour guide, a tall and fat boy. He gave a passionate explanation throughout the whole process, which aroused people's strong interest in Du Fu's life.
Du Fu Thatched Cottage is the former residence of the great Tang Dynasty poet Du Fu during his stay in Chengdu. It is located at 37 Qinghua Road, Qingyang District, Chengdu, Sichuan Province[16]. Du Fu lived here for nearly four years and wrote over 240 poems. The late Tang Dynasty poet Wei Zhuang found the ruins of the thatched cottage and rebuilt it into a thatched hut, preserving it. It was renovated and expanded throughout the Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties.
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Mount Emei
4.8
/5
77168 reviews
8.9
From AU$ 34.08
Based on 856 reviews
Leidongping-Golden Top | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8608335533355
Address: Near Emeishan (Southwest Gate), No. 41 Mingshan South Road, Emeishan City, Leshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Pilgrimage to Samantabhadra Bodhisattva Temple
Breathtaking mountain views & seasons
Saved by 1167 users64557 positive reviews
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As one of the four major Buddhist mountains in China, the Golden Summit of Emei Mountain is indeed majestic and spectacular. It was foggy when we went up the mountain, but the sky was clear when we walked out of the Main Hall, and the Four-Faced Buddha was shining with golden light. We were so lucky!
This hotel is a great value for money. Whether you are traveling for business or sightseeing, it is a wise choice and highly recommended.
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Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum
4.6
/5
24435 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 10.65
Based on 826 reviews
Wuhou Temple Commercial Area | 74 km from downtown
Phone +8602885535951
Address: No. 231 Wuhouyu Street, Wuhou District, Chengdu
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
A millennium-old temple commemorating the heroes of the Three Kingdoms
Phootography | Red Wall Bamboo Shadow
Saved by 2713 users13498 positive reviews
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Wuhou Temple is not a high season, but there are still many people going there. I bought a tour guide service (I recommend buying it, otherwise it will be a rush and the tour will be over in a short time). The tour guide was also good. I listened to the story for an hour and a half, and saw Liu, Guan, Zhang and Zhuge Liang. It was said that fans would give gifts to Zhuge Liang. It was really funny to see the four supernatural people.
It's pretty good. There are still a lot of people going there even though it's not the peak season. I bought a tour guide service by the way. The tour guide was also very good. I listened to the story for an hour and a half and saw Mr. Zhuge.
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Leshan Giant Buddha
4.6
/5
26666 reviews
8.7
From AU$ 17.04
Based on 1,505 reviews
Leshan Giant Buddha | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8608332355557
Address: 2435 Lingyun Road, Shizhong District, Leshan City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Highlights:
Lingyun Temple's triple courtyard architecture blessing
Boat ride & scenic Buddha view
Saved by 1764 users20113 positive reviews
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As a famous cultural and historical landmark, the Giant Buddha is worth a visit. In addition, from the high point of the Buddha's head, you can overlook the confluence of the Minjiang River, Qingyi River, and Dadu River, which is a beautiful view.
What a unique scenic spot! The Leshan Giant Buddha is spectacular! There's a direct high-speed train from Chengdu to Leshan! Leshan is a truly wonderful city! It's clean, comfortable, and has tons of delicious food! I recommend spending an extra day in Leshan; the food is delicious! You won't miss out! Bobo chicken, shaved ice, and steamed buns...they're all delicious!
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Mount Qingcheng
4.6
/5
21875 reviews
8.6
From AU$ 17.04
Based on 1,126 reviews
Qingcheng Piedmont Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602887111907
Address: Dujiangyan City, Chengdu, Sichuan Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
Stroll along Longyinxia Plank Road and enjoy the waterfall scenery
Taoist culture experience
Saved by 1859 users14053 positive reviews
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Mount Qingcheng, a renowned Taoist mountain, boasts a wealth of cultural attractions on its front slopes. The cable car ride up and the descent take four hours. At the Dujiangyan Scenic Area, the on-site guided tours were truly inspiring and inspiring, and I admired the wisdom of the ancients. Our motherland's magnificent landscape is truly worth a visit.
Worship the water at Dujiangyan and seek the truth at Qingcheng Mountain.
The scenery along the way is breathtaking. I chose to hike up, experiencing the thrill of the climb while blending seamlessly with the scenery. It's a great way to relax when I'm feeling down.
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Huanglong National Scenic Area
4.5
/5
11413 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 36.23
Based on 463 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8640008869692
Address: Pingsong Road, Songpan County, Ngawa Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
Highlights:
The Colorful Pool is as gorgeous as a golden dragon's scales
Enchanted calcified pools, earthly paradise
Saved by 2347 users8550 positive reviews
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I went there in mid-September. The Huanglong scenic spot is quite nice, but I had a little altitude sickness. It was still okay if I walked slowly. I had to buy the 20 yuan sightseeing bus, otherwise I would have to walk a lot more.
Take the cable car up, then walk a distance to reach the Five Color Pool, and finally walk down to the exit. If you don't take the cable car, the way up and down is actually the same, so you can just walk once. It was May when I went there, and there was not much water, so the scenery was not very good, but there were not many people either. It would be difficult to take pictures if there were too many people.
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