Cultural Site
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Chengdu, China
3-4 hours
About
Located in Chenghua District, Chengdu, this world-famous panda conservation park spans over 3 square kilometers of lush bamboo woodland. As a core base for giant panda breeding, scientific research and wildlife popular science, it features outdoor activity enclosures, sun & moon maternity houses for baby cubs, a panda museum and viewing platforms for star pandas like Huahua. Visitors can observe pandas eating bamboo, climbing trees and playing, while learning about global giant panda protection programs.
Travel Tips
- Book tickets online ahead of time; full-price ticket is 55 RMB, with discounts for students and free entry for seniors and young children.
- Summer opening hours:7:30-18:00 (last entry 17:00); winter:7:30-17:30 (last entry 16:30).
- The park covers a large area; buy a sightseeing shuttle ticket for 10 RMB to save walking energy.
- Pandas are most active before 9:30; avoid visiting noon to mid-afternoon in hot summer as pandas stay indoors to rest.
- Do not tap glass, feed pandas or make loud noises; flash photography is forbidden to avoid startling the animals.
- Allocate at least 4 hours to visit core viewing spots including cub nurseries and the infinite hills habitat area.
Facilities
RestaurantPhotography AllowedWheelchair AccessGift ShopParking
Admission
¥55/ adult
Child¥27
Senior¥0
Opening Hours
Mon07:30 - 18:00
Tue07:30 - 18:00
Wed07:30 - 18:00
Thu07:30 - 18:00
Fri07:30 - 18:00
Sat07:30 - 18:00
Sun07:30 - 18:00
Best Time to Visit
All year round