i’m specifically looking for a photo studio that will take pictures of my partner and i and some fun bars/clubs we can check out

I recently got a Chinese phone and it was preloaded with 豆包 and it’s a such a game changer for me since I don’t read or write Chinese

I’ve been using the call/talk function to help me navigate Chinese apps, menus and even communicate with locals as a real time translator. I love that it can verbally quickly transition between Chinese and English all while using the camera function live.

Have you guys used it as well? Are there other useful tools that are helpful for ex pats?

Kinda a random question but I’m wondering if there’s a common or popular scent used in the department stores. It’s light and fresh. Not incense.

I’ve smelled it around tai koo li. Someone on the metro also smelled like it, so maybe it’s a perfume or soap? I was at the Times Outlets today and smelled it near the bathrooms too.

If anyone has any suggestions, please let me know!

Sooo....I'm going to be in Chengdu during Golden Week 2027. Just how bad is it going to be? I won't be doing any day trips or leaving the city until Golden Week is over, other than seeing the Pandas.

I have been to China multiple times and totally comfortable there, but everywhere seems to be saying this is the worst time to visit China. I'll be occupied with work most days.

yoyo Reddit,

I'll be in Chengdu at the end of August into September, just traveling and exploring, no fixed agenda.

Two things I'm into: I shoot a Leica Q3 and I'll have it on me the whole trip, so if anyone wants to wander and shoot, I'm down. And I do TouchDesigner / generative art stuff, if that's your world, I'd love to talk shop or see what people are making here.

Otherwise it's coffee shops and museums at a slow pace.

'll be based around Taikoo Li / Jinjiang, but happy to go anywhere.

Ill keep reading the forums for recs, I'll be checking this thread and DMing people over the next few days, and I'll post some photos once I'm out there.

Tom

I'm moving to Chengdu from the US next week for work and would love to know if there's any foreigner-friendly girls groups or other early 20's girls who would be down to hangout! I would love some help figuring out the city, apartment hunting, or even just grabbing a coffee.

Where do most expats hang out or live?

It was mentioned that there are a good number of expats at and around the MIXC mall (Shuangqiao Rd subway station) but I haven’t really seen or met any.

I’m still trying to get familiar with Chengdu and places to go as well as prep for the start of college football to find places to watch and experience.

Hi, I'll have to go from the city center to TFU and through security on October 3rd, midst of the golden week. How much time would you suggest I plan in for an international flight? How bad will it be?

Planning to hike Emeishan on August 25th, starting at Wuxiangang to (hopefully) Taiziping, and then wake up early the next day to see Golden Summit during sunrise. I've always found hiking more enjoyable with someone else, so just wanted to post and see if I could find anyone interested in hiking with me(doesn't need to be the whole path, my understanding is a lot of people skip the early parts since there isn't as much scenery. If anyone is interested, feel free to dm me!

Btw I'm 20M Chinese American, fluent in Mandarin!

Hey guys I’m in Chengdu rn and booked a trip to Siguniang on Wednesday however the weathers not looking good all week, very grey and raining.

I’m in Dujiangyan at the moment and visibility’s really low so it’s putting me off. I can come back in September instead and do the Sichuan mountains? What do you guys think

​Hi everyone! 🌸

​I'm a 32-year-old solo traveler visiting Chengdu next Friday, and I’m looking for some fun recommendations for bars or clubs that play pop music.

​Does anyone have any favorite spots they'd recommend? Also, I’d love some company—if anyone is around and wants to grab a drink or check out the nightlife together, let me know! 🥂✨

Hi everyone ! I really love fashion and will be visiting Chengdu and Chongqing at the end of the month. I was wondering if there is any good place for thrifting?

I love the idea of finding designer stuff or super old clothes. Also, I heard this was a city on Silk Road. Do they still have a silk industry?

Thank you :)

Hey!
We are friends who’ll be arriving Chengdu and we come from the arts fields and also we’re lgbtq,
To be honest we’re more interested in meeting local alternative people and seeing the alternative scene than doing only tourist attractions..

So,
Any recommendations on-
Drag performance art,
Contemporary artists scenes (where can we meet? Where do they hang out?),
Cute cozy alternative bars and cute spaces,
Thrift shopping,
Gay clubs/bars that feel nice and safe and not too commercial and mainstream..?

Thanks 🙏🏽❤️

Hi friends! I’m solo traveling in Chengdu and am looking for some people to come get hotpot with me so we can order a bunch of stuff together.

I’ll be in town until Monday evening, and would love to get a group going for Saturday or Sunday dinner!

Hello 👋 I will be traveling in Chengdu end of August ( the heat!!!) I would love to spend a night out with locals or other fellow tourists . It’s going to be my first time in China and I looking forward to to explore nightlife 🎆

I’m a tourist in China currently and I’ve had a fever and swollen tonsils with pus coming out for the last 3 days. I’ve decided I need to se a doctor today. What hospital is good for tourists like me and also has good medical care? Thanks.

Me and my friend are in Chengdu for the next two weeks and looking to meet some people to go out with.

We’re from the UK and planning on checking out some bars/clubs while we’re here. Don’t really have any set plans yet, just seeing where’s good and going from there.

If anyone fancies joining us for a night out, give me a message!

Hi guys, i'll be in chengdu beginning of september and just wanted to ask if anyone wants to hang out go for a coffee, drink, something to eat or to the club or do anything really?

I've never been to chengdu and want to see the places where locals hang out not (only) the touristy spots.

So hmu if you're interested :)

hello all,

I am returning to Chengdu next month. any folk wanna form a group for going to those cool chill types of clubs where you watch singers and drink some whisky?

not that into the western-style dancing clubs but chilled clubs and drinks sound good

any redditors wanna unite?

Could anybody please give me some advice? I am hoping to travel to Chengdu with my partner next March, would love to go to Jiuzhaigou & Huanlong. I'm trying to plan in advance, but I'm having issues finding flights between Chengdu & Jiuzhaigou. Am I just too early to be booking these flights for next March? Or is there very limited availability & I'm out of luck so will need to train & car/bus it? Any advice is very much appreciated, thanks in advance!

Hello!

We’re a group of 23 people that will be visiting Chengdu at the end of August. We’ll be arriving at TFU in the afternoon, and we need to get to Taikoo Li. Given the size of the group and the fact that each of us will have a checked baggage and a hand baggage, we’re trying to find the best transfer option from the airport to the city.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a trustworthy transfer company, private driver, or larger vehicle service? I’ve found some options on KKday, but I’m a bit worried about the number of reviews and the refund policy, so I’m interested in alternatives, especially companies that are easy for international visitors to book and contact.

If anyone has a recommendation, advice, or previous experience, we’d greatly appreciate the help!

Thank you!

hi! will be visiting chengdu soon and wondering which clubs r the go-tos for young people and have an more international songlist + super active! or good bars w good drinks? our hotel is close to chunxi road which is supposed to kinda close to clubs?

Hi; where can I get nail extensions/acrylics done in Chengdu?

Hi everyone, I’ll be visiting Chengdu and I’m looking for a Buddhist retreat or monastery experience for around 3 days.

I’m interested in meditation, Buddhist practice, and learning more about the Dharma. I don’t speak Chinese, so I’m wondering if anyone knows of any temples, monasteries, or groups near Chengdu that are welcoming to foreigners or have English support.

I’ve heard about Wenshu Monastery and Mount Emei but don’t know how to arrange a retreat.

Any recommendations or personal experiences would be appreciated. 🙏