Three-day Tour Destinations around Chengdu

Go into the suburbs of Chengdu and you'll be impressed by the enchanting sights, the ancient towns, hills and rivers, and of course the colorful customs with distinct local flavors.

Recommendation One: Jiuzhaigou

Located in Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, about 540 km from Chengdu, Jiuzhaigou Scenic Spot is one of the most popular tourist destinations in China, the most popular scenic spot in Chinaamong foreigners, and has one of the World Top 10 lakes. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Nature Reserve and National Park, a showcase of the crystal-clear lakes, stunning waterfalls and majestic mountains.

Traffic: about 1 hour by air; 8 hours by bus

Admission: RMB220 peak season (April 1-Nov.15); RMB80 off season (Nov.16-Mar. 31)

Links: Plan Your Trip to Jiuzhaigou From Chengdu

Recommendation Two: Miyaluo

Located in the Lixian County in northwestern Sichuan and some 260 km from Chengdu, the Miyaluo Scenic Spot is one of China's largest sites for red-leave appreciation. It is also known for the forests, hills and valleys.

Miyaluo has an area of nearly 3, 000 sq. km. Trees in Miyaluo begin to change colors in early October, drawing a large number of tourists and shutterbugs to admire the beautiful scenery.

Tourist attractions in the area include Gu'ergou Hot Springs, Zhegu Mountain Natural Park and so on.

Apart from the colored leaves in autumn, Miyaluo has much more to offer in other seasons: flower sights in spring, cool weathers in summer, and the snow mountains and skilling fields during the winter months. Travelers also have the opportunity to visit local residents and experience the Tibetan culture in the area.

Traffic: direct bus service at Chadianzi Bus Station or Ximen Bus Station in downtown Chengdu; ticket price about RMB40.

Links: Travel Tips to Miyaluo

Recommendation Three: Xinduqiao

Situated in Kangding County in western Sichuan, 3, 300 meters above the sea level, Xinduqiao has made a name for itself as the "Photographers' Paradise" for its magnificent scene, which displays its best in late autumn.

Traffic: about an 8-hour drive from Chengdu

Wetland Parks around Chengdu

The numerous wetland parks around Chengdu are also popular tourist destinations, attracting city dwellers for the fresh air and agreeable environments.

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Chengdu Listed as One of World’s 21 Must-see Destinations in 2017

Chengdu was listed as one of the world’s 21 must-visit destinations in 2017 by National Geographic Traveler Magazine, becoming the only one of its kind in China on the list.

Nov 25, 2016

One-day Tourist Destinations around Chengdu

Go out to the suburbs, and you'll be impressed by the beautiful and enchanting sights, the ancient towns, theme museums, hills and rivers and of course the colorful customs with distinct local flavors.

Feb 09, 2017

Two-day Trip Destinations around Chengdu

Go into the suburbs of Chengdu and you’ll be impressed by the enchanting sights, the ancient towns, theme museums, hills and rivers, and of course the colorful customs with distinct local flavors.

Feb 22, 2017

Chengdu Dubbed as One of China’s Top 10 Tourist Destinations

TripAdvisor published its rankings of the best tourist destinations in the world on March 21, and Chengdu was again on the list of China top 10.