Side trip from Chengdu

Don’t sleep on a side trip from Chengdu—it's an absolute must if you're looking for an epic adventure close by! 🚗✨

Panda Valley is just an hour’s drive away, making it super easy to add a little wildlife magic to your itinerary. Pro travel tip: Head out early so you can vibe with the adorable pandas before the crowds roll in! 🐼 The red pandas here are living their best lives—check out my pic: one chilling on a branch with a lush forest backdrop. nda Valley (Baima Village, Yutang Town, Dujiangyan City), you can visit anytime between May 1 and Oct 31 from 7:30 to 18:00 (last entry 17:00) and Nov 1 to Apr 30 from 8:00 to 17:30 (last entry 16:30). Entry is totally wallet-friendly at just ¥30!

Once you’ve had your fill of cuteness overload, cruise back to Chengdu and hit up Tianfu Square (A section of Renmin South Road, Qingyang District). It’s open all day, every day, so you can soak in the modern city vibes whenever you want.

So next time you’re in Chengdu, add Panda Valley and Tianfu Square to your game plan—they’ll level up your trip big time! 🐾🌆 Find your next adventure on trip.com!

Post by suesueniamniam | Oct 28, 2025