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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Lushan [2025]
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Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
4.5
/5
91702 reviews
9.5
From VND 203704
Based on 6,683 reviews
Panda base/Theatre General Hospital | >100 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
Saved by 8634 users65914 positive reviews
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The overall environment at the base was great. The temperature wasn't high in September, so the pandas were happy to be outdoors. The star panda, Huahua, was quite random in her schedule, so I didn't see her despite lining up for a spot, which was a slight disappointment. I saw quite a few other pandas, all very cute. There were many more pandas than at the North Gate, so I spent half a day entering through the South Gate and exiting through the North Gate. Overall, it was a good value.
The park is quite large, so I recommend taking the sightseeing bus. It costs 30 yuan per person and is very convenient, allowing you to get on and off at your destination. Although we entered the park at 11:00 AM, the pandas were already napping, so it's better to arrive early.
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Dujiangyan Scenic Area
4.7
/5
47811 reviews
9.2
From VND 296297
Based on 853 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
Saved by 3078 users33323 positive reviews
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When visiting Dujiangyan, it's essential to hire an official tour guide. Our guide, Xiao Deng, was very nice. He proactively took photos for us and allowed ample time at each stop for photos, resting, and shopping. His explanations were also very thorough. The guide fee was 40 yuan per person, which was a great deal.
It's quite far from downtown Chengdu, but there's a direct bus service available with a ticket. I went into special forces mode this morning, heading directly from Chunxi Road to Sanxingdui. At 2:00 PM, I took the direct bus to Dujiangyan (it was already 3:30 PM). From the entrance, I took a 10-yuan bus from Qinyan Tower, which was a smooth, downhill drive. Dinner was served at the surrounding snack streets (be sure to head further into the street or toward the end; the further you go, the cheaper and more diverse the food; the more expensive the street food is). Then, at night, I went to Nanqiao to check out the Blue Tears. At 9:30 PM, I caught the last bus back to Chunxi Road. The whole day was exhausting.
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Sanxingdui Museum
4.5
/5
14909 reviews
9.0
From VND 266667
Based on 195 reviews
>100 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
Saved by 929 users11634 positive reviews
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Sanxingdui is worth a visit for everyone, it's so stunning! Teacher Wang Qi's explanation was fantastic, and I gained a lot of valuable knowledge. In about four hours, he explained Sanxingdui thoroughly and in a way that was easy to understand!
I've always been in awe and intrigued by Sanxingdui. This time, I flew to Chengdu with my daughter to see a musical. Although we only had two days, we still managed to spend the better part of the day exploring the site. To get a deeper understanding, we signed up for the expert tour, with Teacher Wei Ming leading us. His explanations were incredibly professional, detailed, and dedicated, lasting three and a half hours. He meticulously recounted the history, enriching our knowledge immensely. It was truly worth the money! I highly recommend it to everyone. It might seem a little pricey, but since we're here, why not learn more about Sanxingdui?!
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Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum
4.7
/5
35228 reviews
9.0
From VND 185186
Based on 803 reviews
Du Fu thatched cottage/Sichuan people's Hospital | >100 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
Saved by 2121 users25874 positive reviews
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It exceeded my expectations. I originally thought it was just a thatched cottage, but in 2024, the Li Du Hall was newly opened. It has the intersecting stories of Li Bai and Du Fu, as well as the chronology of famous Tang Dynasty poets displayed in the form of rulers. The museum has good greenery, many inscriptions and calligraphy, and rich cultural landscapes.
It is still worth a visit. The environment is quiet and beautiful, and you can be influenced by the art of the poet. There is an exhibition hall that sorts the famous poems of the early Tang Dynasty, the prosperous Tang Dynasty, the middle Tang Dynasty, and the late Tang Dynasty in chronological order with the corresponding poets. Many famous poems match each other.
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Mount Emei
4.8
/5
76852 reviews
8.9
From VND 592593
Based on 856 reviews
Leidongping-Golden Top | 78.3 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 1114 users64331 positive reviews
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Every year, we have the New Year's Day Golden Summit check-in event. The bus system of Mount Emei is very complete, the tourism service management is very systematic, the vehicles are clean, and the cable car queues are reasonable. It's perfect!
Every year, we have the New Year's Day Golden Summit check-in event. The bus system of Mount Emei is very complete, the tourism service management is very systematic, the vehicles are clean, and the cable car queues are reasonable. It's perfect!
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Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum
4.6
/5
24266 reviews
8.8
From VND 185186
Based on 826 reviews
Wuhou Temple Commercial Area | >100 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 2636 users13354 positive reviews
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The garden is very large, with many inscriptions. Just to open it, you need to understand or review "The Memorial to the Emperor on Leaving the Capital" and the story of the Three Kingdoms in advance to have a deeper understanding of the cultural heritage. Otherwise, you will just be rushing around and appreciate the garden design.
Teacher Yang Huan's lectures were engaging and gave us a deeper understanding of the history of the Three Kingdoms. We were surprised by the randomly assigned teacher's excellence. The children braved the heat and listened attentively throughout the entire lecture. Although they certainly didn't understand much, they were captivated by the teacher. The Wuhou Temple is a small scenic area, and the summer crowds made the experience less enjoyable. However, it was still worth it to hear Teacher Yang's professional explanations. It's a good option during the off-season, but you don't need to make a special trip during the peak season.
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Leshan Giant Buddha
4.6
/5
26455 reviews
8.7
From VND 296297
Based on 1,504 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 1693 users19966 positive reviews
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Overall it's OK, because the Leshan Giant Buddha is a world cultural heritage after all. Even though it is together with the Oriental Buddha, the entrance fee is 80 yuan, which feels a bit expensive. It can be regarded as a scenic spot. It feels like they just want to charge more for the entrance fee. If you want to see and take a full panoramic view of the Buddha, you have to spend pocket money to take a boat tour on the river, which costs 70 yuan per person. There is no discount.
A stunning World Heritage Site, the Giant Buddha has stood by the river for over 1,000 years, weathered yet still vibrant. Beneath the Buddha's feet lies the surging river, surging and turbulent. Leshan's Qiaojiao Beef and Bobo Chicken are also excellent!
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Mount Qingcheng
4.6
/5
21747 reviews
8.6
From VND 296297
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 1794 users13982 positive reviews
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Qingcheng Mountain is worth visiting. The air is very good and fresh. People walking in it feel very comfortable. However, the way down the mountain is a bit steep. It is recommended to take the cable car up the mountain and then walk down, so as not to miss the scenic spots. The South Bridge next to Dujiangyan is very beautiful and suitable for strolling.
This is a truly remarkable Taoist mountain with a beautiful environment and convenient transportation. You can take the high-speed rail directly from Chengdu to the base of the mountain, and then take a shuttle bus to the scenic area. There are many good restaurants at the foot of the mountain, all with a pleasant environment. The service facilities are excellent, making it worthy of being a 5A-rated scenic spot.
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9
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Mount Siguniang
4.6
/5
7033 reviews
8.5
From VND 222223
Based on 68 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Address: Within the territory of Rilong Township, Xiaojin County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 days
Highlights:
Panoramic peaks & unique valleys
Snowy peaks: landmark & beauty
Saved by 2424 users5865 positive reviews
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The Shuangqiaogou Scenic Area in Mount Siguniang boasts picturesque natural scenery, each season offering a different spectacle. The vibrant blossoms of spring, the lush greenery of summer, the vibrant colors of autumn, and the blankets of snow in winter create a captivating canvas. Whether exploring on foot or simply enjoying the scenery, this scenic spot offers peace of mind and contentment.
The scenery of Siguniang Mountain is beautiful. The scenic shuttle bus runs smoothly and is reasonably scheduled. You can get on and off freely at each station. The itinerary is reasonable. There are also explanations during the operation, which is very good and deepens your understanding of the snow-capped mountains.
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Bipenggou
4.5
/5
17763 reviews
8.3
From VND 518519
Based on 43 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8608376824845
Address: No. 88, Zhuangfang Village, Putou Township, Li County, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 days
Highlights:
Experience diverse outdoor activities
Fiery red maples in fall
Saved by 1949 users14423 positive reviews
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A highly recommended hotel near the Bipenggou Scenic Area. The environment is great, the bathtub is fantastic, and the food is plentiful. It's very close to the scenic area, so you can park your car at the hotel and walk directly to the visitor center.
Beautiful scenery, Not so difficult to access from Chengdu, possible be a one-day-trip, need to pay additional fee to for a shuttle to the highest point
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