3D2N in Chengdu, the panda city

Chengdu and Beijing are an epic combo for any China adventure, and this journey hit both historic vibes and cool city corners! Highlights? Think Jinli Street’s lantern-lit alleys, bustling tea houses in People’s Park 🏮🌆 Day 1: Ancient Meet Cute Start with Jinli Street (No. 231 Wuhouyu Street, open all day) – it’s basically a time portal: lanterns overhead, local snacks everywhere, and hidden courtyards to discover. Right next door, check out the Wuhou Shrine Museum (No. 231 Wuhouyu St., open 8:30–18:30, ¥50 entry) for classic Romance of the Three Kingdoms legends! Wrap up Day 1 at Kuanzhaixiangzi Alleys (Jinhe Rd, open all day) where you’ll find street food, indie coffee shops, and timeless courtyards. Day 2: Chic Chengdu Start at Chunxi Road, Chengdu’s shopping hot spot, then hit Chengdu IFS International Finance Center for giant panda sculptures and global luxury (1 Hongxing Rd). After, wander over to Taikooli and the nearby International Center for sleek architecture and all-day people-watching. By evening, chill at the futuristic Jiaozi Park (North Tianfu Ave, open all day), or duck into the calming Jiaozi Study for a recharge. Day 3: Slow Down Like a Local Kick off at Chengdu People’s Park (No. 12 Shaocheng Rd, 6:30–22:00) – join locals sipping tea by the lakeside, or try a classic ear-cleaning (yes, it’s a thing!). Watch dancers, card games, and full-on opera in the open air. Extra Tips: - Getting Around: The Chengdu Metro is efficient, super cheap, and English-friendly. Alipay/WeChat Pay makes transit and snacks a breeze. - Food: Try spicy Chengdu hotpot, rabbit head, or dan dan noodles from street stalls at Kuanzhaixiangzi or Jinli. #mytraveldiary #itinerary #travel #chengdu #chengdu #china