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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Qu County [2025]
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Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
4.5
/5
91246 reviews
9.5
From AU$ 11.84
Based on 6,679 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
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It was a lonely stroll. The pandas all hid behind the glass to enjoy the air conditioning, so I could only see them through the glass. There were also so many people that I spent most of the time walking around in circles outside and couldn't see the pandas at all. The environment was still pretty good at some point.
Families, don't miss the Giant Panda Breeding Base when you visit Chengdu!
Entering the base, you're greeted by a lush greenery and fresh air, feeling like you've stepped into the pandas' natural home. The grounds are enormous, offering ample space for the pandas to roam freely. The living quarters are incredibly comfortable, reminiscent of their natural habitat.
There are a surprising number of pandas here, representing all ages. Early in the morning, we spotted many pandas at work. Some feasted on bamboo, their cheeks puffing out; others strolled leisurely across the grass; and still others played playfully on the climbing frames, their chubby faces captivating everyone. The red panda enclosure is also incredibly fun, with the adorable, reddish-brown creatures darting about the trees.
The base also offers excellent educational opportunities, including a museum and a science center, offering insights into pandas' habits, breeding practices, and conservation status. The staff and volunteers are incredibly welcoming and patiently answer any questions.
The cultural and creative shop also has a wide selection of goods, including incredibly cute and exquisitely crafted panda merchandise. I bought tons of them as souvenirs.
The only caveat is that the area is packed with tourists, so it's best to leave early and head straight for popular areas like the Moon Delivery Room as soon as it opens. This way, you'll have an easier time seeing the adorable pandas! I highly recommend it; it's totally worth the trip!
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Sanxingdui Museum
4.5
/5
14801 reviews
9.1
From AU$ 5.38
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
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Samsungdui heard that the tickets are not easy to make an appointment, so I have not wanted to see it. Recently, they had a Samsungdui exhibition in Beijing's first blog. I went to see and found that Dali people are not real, but a shrinking version, so I plan to come to Samsungdui to watch it in person. Samsungdui tickets are still very good to buy, the exhibits are very exquisite, the craft is very complicated, sighing how they did thousands of years ago, I don't say much here, I am interested in going to the scene to feel it.
The explanation was very detailed and patient, but the overall duration exceeded the original time limit. Sanxingdui still needs an explanation; it would be completely confusing if I were to read it on my own.
The explanation was very detailed and patient, but the overall duration exceeded the original time limit. Sanxingdui still needs an explanation; it would be completely confusing if I were to read it on my own.
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Chengdu Du Fu Thatched Cottage Museum
4.7
/5
34894 reviews
9.0
From AU$ 10.76
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
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I thought Du Fu's Thatched Cottage was small, but it turned out to be incredibly large. I couldn't find the exit in the end. 😁
The thatched cottage described in the poem "The Thatched Cottage Broken by the Autumn Wind," the stone statue of Du Fu, his friendship with Li Bai, and the charming garden are well worth a visit.
The tickets are a bit expensive, but the overall environment is good. There are not many things left by Du Fu, and most of them are newly renovated. The weather is hot and it is a bit stuffy inside, but everything else is good.
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Chengdu Wuhou Shrine Museum
4.6
/5
24108 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 11.41
Based on 825 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
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Taking the kids to the Wuhou Temple was a fantastic experience! The red walls and bamboo shadows were beyond cinematic, and the kids kept asking about the Three Kingdoms story. The guide even used animation to explain the "devotion to the country," which was a great way to learn some history. The kids also loved the Zhuge Liang bookmarks in the cultural and creative area. It was both educational and entertaining, making this a worthwhile family trip!
The setting is wonderful, and the exhibitions on the Three Kingdoms and the imperial examinations are worth a closer look. The order of the statues in the corridors of civil and military officials on either side of Liu Bei Hall is particularly intriguing; I spent a long time studying them before I could grasp the rationale. Furthermore, Prime Minister Zhuge Liang's altar table provided a great platform for interaction, and it was fascinating to see the modern tributes presented to him. From coffee and heartfelt notes to Dongfeng Express and playing cards, it was truly moving!
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Three Natural Bridges
4.6
/5
14610 reviews
8.5
From AU$ 33.35
Based on 176 reviews
Fairy Mountain National Forest Park/Fairy Mountain Town | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864000235666
Address: Junction of Baiguo Township and Walnut Township, 20 km southeast of Wulong County, Chongqing
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Sample Tujia cuisine in ethnic villages
Transformers 4 movie sets | Glass observation deck
Saved by 4178 users9171 positive reviews
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I did this trip as a solo traveler who speak no Chinese. The tour guide Xiao Cheng was amazing. He used wechat translation to keep me updated throughout the day. I was quite tricky navigating this trip without knowing the language but Xiao Cheng was there for me every step of the way. Thankyou so much for your patience and time. 🙂
The scenery is pretty good. There weren't many people when we went, and there was almost no queue for the elevator. I feel that when it's crowded, the queue would be very long. In general, the scenery of the Ground Crack is better than that of the Three Natural Bridges. It's just that we went to the Ground Crack later and were quite tired at the time, so we didn't have time to appreciate it carefully.
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Yangtze River Cableway
4.1
/5
14579 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 6.46
Jiefangbei Area/Hong Ya Dong | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602368816888
Address: No. 151, Xinhua Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-2 hours
Highlights:
Chongqing Changjiang Cableway: Yuzhong District
Cross-river passenger ropeway (3,825ft long)
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Once a daily commute, it's now a popular tourist destination. It's witnessed the passage of history, economic development, the fulfillment of life, and the footprints of those who strive for a better life.
The hotel is located on Bayi Food Street. Just downstairs, turn right and you'll find Jiefangbei. It's a short walk to all the surrounding attractions. The room was clean and comfortable, and the service was excellent. I was very satisfied with my stay.
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Chongqing Zoo
4.7
/5
10643 reviews
8.4
From AU$ 5.17
Based on 420 reviews
Yangjiaping | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602363817001
Address: No. 1 West Village, Jiulongpo District (near Xijiao Branch Road)
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-5 hours
Highlights:
Over 20 pandas | Popular panda inside
Close encounters with alpacas & other animals
Saved by 1636 users9289 positive reviews
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The zoo opens before 8 o'clock. You must go early to see the giant pandas. They are quite lively and the red pandas are also very cute. The tree climbing is 666. The ticket price is 24. Children's tickets are half price. It is very cost-effective and worth spending 2-3 hours to play.
The zoo opens before 8 o'clock. You must go early to see the giant pandas. They are quite lively and the red pandas are also very cute. The tree climbing is 666. The ticket price is 24. Children's tickets are half price. It is very cost-effective and worth spending 2-3 hours to play.
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Jinsha Site Museum
4.8
/5
17637 reviews
8.3
From AU$ 14.20
Based on 502 reviews
Jinsha site/Yipintianxia | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8602887303511
Address: Chengdu Jinsha Site Museum, No. 2 Jinsha Site Road, Qingyang District, Chengdu
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Best-preserved ritual remains Shang & Zhou dynasties
Unique 4D film: "Dream Back to Jinsha"
Saved by 812 users11905 positive reviews
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A friend recommended me to go to Jinsha to learn about the history of the Shang Dynasty. I invited Mr. Yuan to explain it to us. He not only taught us about Jinsha, but also extended a lot of other knowledge to us.
The Jinsha Ruins' exhibition hall is designed so that some excavation areas lack air conditioning, while others have air conditioning in the exhibition areas. With temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius, this should be indicated when purchasing tickets online so visitors can be prepared (e.g., with small fans). This suggests the site's management is somewhat shoddy. Visitors to the ruins felt like they were in a sauna, and the explanations were difficult to follow, leaving a less than pleasant experience. The museum is 30% visual and 70% lecturing. There are no official tour guides, but instead, tour guides from travel agencies lead group tours. Honestly, the explanations are quite average.
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Enshi Grand Canyon Scenic Area
4.3
/5
12605 reviews
8.2
Based on 75 reviews
Enshi Grand Canyon/Luyuanping | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8607188542333
Address: 湖北省恩施市恩施大峡谷风景区管理处恩施大峡谷游客中心
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Karst Museum: Rare 3D Lava Formations
488-meter cliff walkway suspended
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[Circular Pushpin] Transportation and Parking: It seems the only accessible road from downtown Enshi is a mountain road; the highway isn't yet complete. Several temporary parking lots are added during peak season, and the scenic area will send buses to take visitors to the visitor center, but they're not easily visible, so be sure to ask carefully!
[Travel Tips] Tour Guide: I think walking through Qixingzhai and Yunlong Ground Crack in one day is quite tiring! So, if you can, stay overnight nearby and spend two days there to avoid the tiring experience! We only walked halfway through Yunlong Ground Crack and then turned back the same way! Although Yunlong Ground Crack states that admission closes at 4:30 PM, we exited at 5:30 PM during peak season and found the entrance staff still letting people in. After all, it's a 50 RMB ticket—it's a steal! I only bought a Qixingzhai ticket and then purchased the ground crack ticket on the spot!
The scenery is truly stunning! I recommend renting an exoskeleton for added convenience. Be sure to go early in the morning, or the lines will be incredibly long. We finished visiting Qixingzhai before noon and headed to the Grand Canyon to see the waterfalls in the afternoon. However, the weather also depends on the weather. When we went, it had just rained the day before, so the waterfalls were particularly beautiful. A dry spell might not be the case. I recommend a full day of leisurely strolling; after all, the scenery is all about the journey.
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Liyuan Guild Hall-Chuan Opera Changing Face (wenshuyuan store)
4.9
/5
5830 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 10.74
Wenshu Monastery/Longhu Shangcheng Sky Street | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8619938467196
Address: 四川省成都市青羊区文殊坊五岳宫街33号5栋2层1号
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
Highlights:
Tea & Sichuan Opera show
Face-changing in Sichuan Opera
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Folk art performances. Besides face-changing, several other folk performances are also worth seeing. They restore the original flavor of local opera. This is probably what folk performances used to be like. Enjoy some light refreshments, a cup of tea, and some sunflower seeds—a simple and enjoyable way to entertain yourself.
I went to Chengdu to experience Sichuan Opera. The overall feeling was average. The venue and costumes were a bit old. My favorite parts were the face-changing performances and the rubber band lighting. There was a very beautiful girl with dimples when she smiled.
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