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The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is one of the main research bases for the Chinese government's ex-situ conservation program for endangered wildlife, including giant pandas. It is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction and a renowned institution in my country and globally for the conservation of rare and endangered wildlife, integrating giant panda research and breeding, conservation education, educational tourism, and the development of panda culture.
While conducting giant panda breeding research, the Chengdu base has also established educational facilities such as the Giant Panda Museum, a live panda and environment exhibition area, park information boards, interactive explanation stations, a Panda Charm Theater, and an Internet site. It's the best place to learn about giant pandas.
Subtropical monsoon humid climate;
Suitable for all seasons
58 yuan/person
Preferential policies:
Half-price tickets for minors aged 6 (not included) to 18 (inclusive) and full-time university undergraduates and below: 29 yuan/person (please present household registration booklet, resident ID card or student ID card; young people from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and other countries may present Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents, Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents or student ID card or other valid identification documents);
Senior citizens aged 60 (inclusive) to 70 (excluding 70) can purchase half-price tickets: 29 yuan per person (please show your senior citizen discount card);
Group ticket for primary and secondary school students: 29 yuan/person (please present a letter of introduction from the school);
Adult group ticket: 53 yuan/person (please present a letter of introduction from your employer).
Free ticket policy:
Children under 6 years old (inclusive) or under 1.3 meters in height can enter the park free of charge;
Elderly people aged 70 and above (inclusive), retired personnel, veterans of the Red Army, disabled people, and active military personnel can enter the park free of charge with valid certificates and their ID cards (people with first-level disabilities are exempt from the requirement of having one accompanying caregiver).
07:30~18:00
The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding was established in 1987 to conserve and breed giant pandas. It plays a key role in global panda conservation, research, and public education about endangered species.
Booking in advance is recommended, especially during weekends, public holidays, and peak tourist season, ideally 1–2 weeks ahead.
Allow 3–4 hours to see the main panda enclosures, nursery, red pandas, and educational exhibits.
Guided tours are available in Mandarin and English. Audio guides and informative panels provide explanations about pandas and conservation efforts.
Start with outdoor enclosures, then visit the indoor habitats, proceed to the nursery and red panda areas, and finish with the educational exhibits and garden paths.
Night visits are not generally available, but special events or conservation workshops may occur seasonally.
The base can be very crowded during weekends, Chinese public holidays, and school vacations. Weekdays and early mornings are quieter.
Mostly accessible for all; paths are paved, but some areas may require walking uphill. Wheelchair access is available in main exhibition areas.
Cards and mobile payments (WeChat Pay, Alipay) are widely accepted. Carry some cash for small purchases or food stalls.
Yes, vegetarian and vegan options are available; halal options are limited but some local restaurants nearby provide them.
