People’s Park Station: The first key to unlocking Chengdu’s slow life
From the "People's Park Station" of Metro Line 2, go out through the specific Exit B , and you will immediately be integrated into the core atmosphere of Chengdu with the smell of fireworks.
Not only is this a transportation hub, it’s also the perfect starting point for a classic day trip .
The Heming Tea House, which can be reached on foot, is located just after exiting the station. It is the first choice place to experience the authentic Gaiwan tea culture. The century-old bamboo chairs, Gaiwan tea, and ear-picking masters together form a very vivid picture of the market.
The adjacent Chengdu Museum requires an advance reservation. It is a cultural center that allows people to quickly learn about this city. The famous Lao Ma Ti Hua Shaocheng store is in the surrounding area. When you are tired from shopping, you can have a bowl of snow-white and thick Ti Hua soup. This is a late-night dining experience loved by local people.
Kuanzhai Alley: Traveling through the historical light and shadow of Shaocheng
Heading north from People's Park, exit from Exit B of Kuanzhai Alley Station of Metro Line 4 and you will reach Kuanzhai Alley .
It is composed of wide alleys, narrow alleys and well alleys in parallel. It is the city card of old Chengdu .
The wide alley focuses on nostalgic architecture and folk customs, where you can see exquisite door heads and stones used to tie horses; the narrow alley blends petty bourgeoisie sentiments, with exquisite cafes and cultural and creative shops everywhere; the well alley is relatively quiet and suitable for taking pictures.
Don’t forget to find a theater in the alley, order a cup of tea, and watch a Sichuan opera face-changing, or read Chengdu stories in a bookstore to feel the unique temperament of this city known as “Slow Life”.
Wangping Street: A parallel world of fireworks and trends
Take Metro Line 4 to Exit F1 of Yushuang Road Station, then walk about 900 meters, so that you can encounter Wangping Street, the most popular street in Chengdu.
It is close to Jinjiang. On one side is a street with authentic snacks formed after the renovation of the old community. It is densely packed with fly restaurants such as Chuan Chuan Xiang, as well as market restaurants such as Lao Mama Rabbit Head. On the other side is a shop full of design that attracts many people to check in. In these places, coffee shops, bakeries, and shops selling old clothes are arranged in order, in a well-proportioned manner.
You can walk slowly along the river to enjoy the leisurely and sunny atmosphere of Mengzhui Bay. When night falls, you can merge into the bustling and crowded night market to experience the dazzling lights during the "Jinjiang Night Tour". It perfectly interprets the duality of life in "Fireworks Chengdu".
Tiexiangsi Water Street: Shuiyuan style in the south of the city
Get off at Exit C of Jinchenghu Station on Metro Line 5, and then walk about 600 meters. You will arrive at a hidden Jiangnan water town in the south of the city, which is Tiexiangsi Water Street.
With this place as the core is the Iron Image Temple, which was built along the water, recreating the ancient charm of Western Sichuan as "people's houses with small bridges and flowing water".
However, don’t be fooled by appearances. There are many high-quality boutiques called boutiques here, as well as galleries and Western restaurants.
After shopping, we can choose to take a walk to the surrounding Jincheng Lake, or check in with great interest at the city's landmark Twin Towers. This place is especially suitable for tourists who love to welcome the collision of new trends and traditions and pursue high-quality leisure experiences.
Jinli Ancient Street: An immersive journey through the first street of Xishu
Jinli Ancient Street is right next to Wuhou Temple. It is a place that you must visit if you want to experience the culture of the Three Kingdoms and the folk customs of Bashu.
On the 350-meter-long street, antique buildings with blue tiles are scattered continuously.
At noon, you can see craftsmen making sugar paintings on the spot and performing shadow puppet shows; at night, the strings of red lanterns are lit up, making the street seem like a dream.
Here, there are Zhangfei beef, three cannons, soup cakes, etc., almost all of which are Sichuan snacks. In addition, there are many specialty shops selling Shu brocade and panda dolls. This is an ideal place to buy souvenirs and experience authentic festivals such as the Lantern Festival.
Practical tips for Chengdu city highlights tour
In terms of accommodation recommendations, if you are looking for convenience, you can choose places like Tianfu Square and Chunxi Road business district; if you want to experience city life, you can choose Kuanzhai Alley and near People's Park; and from a cost-effective perspective, the first choice is B&Bs around Wangping Street.
Among the delicacies to eat, in addition to Lao Ma Tihua, San Da Pao is a street snack that cannot be missed, Tianshui Shuihui is a street snack that cannot be missed, Egg Baked Cake is a street snack that cannot be missed, and Bobo Chicken is a street snack that cannot be missed.
When it comes to transportation , all the scenic spots mentioned above are covered by the subway network . It is recommended to download the "Chengdu Metro" APP, or use Alipay/WeChat ride code, and use shared bicycles, so that the various check-in points can be connected with each other in the most convenient way.
Best time : The weather is pleasant in spring and autumn.
However, no matter when it is, enjoying the sun in a teahouse in the afternoon and visiting the bustling night market at night are undoubtedly the most comfortable, comfortable and comfortable travel arrangements.
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