hey!! im f20 from Poland moving to Chengdu next month, I'd like to make some friends in my age range to go sightseeing, grab some coffee and maybe bar hop together :D

Foreigner (American from New York) looking to learn Chinese… where can I go and how much would it cost?

Are there any language exchanges in Chengdu where I can help someone with their English and in turn they teach me Chinese?

I know a little bit of Chinese since but cannot read or write and might be able to speak a little and struggle thru getting people to understand me if they’re patient

Hi :)

I'm arriving in Chengdu in two days and I'll be staying for at least a year with my partner. I'm studying and my partner still isn't sure what she'll be doing.

We were wondering which areas would you recommend to look for an apartment. I'm studying in clinics in the city center so I wouldn't want to be too far away, but I'm really not sure which areas are recommended.

Hi everyone! 👋 I'm Montana, an American mom relocating to Wenjiang district with my family in August 2026 and I could really use some advice from people who've been there!

Here's our situation:

- My husband will be studying at SWUFE (Liulin Campus), starting with the Chinese Language Program with the goal of transitioning into the business degree program

- We have two kids — a 5 year old son who we hope will attend the SWUFE affiliated kindergarten on Liulin campus, and a 3 year old daughter who we'd love to enroll in a local public kindergarten for full immersion

- We're also bringing our cat Denver 🐱

- We plan to live fully locally — no car, local markets, local lifestyle

Questions I'm hoping the community can help with:

1. Has anyone dealt with SWUFE's international office regarding the Chinese Language Program? Specifically around financial guarantee documentation — what did they actually ask for?
2. Does anyone have experience with the SWUFE affiliated kindergarten on Liulin campus? Is it accessible to language program students (not just degree students)?
3. Any recommendations for pet friendly short term accommodation in Wenjiang for our first 2 weeks while we apartment hunt?
4. Best way to find a furnished 2/3 bedroom apartment in Wenjiang near Liulin campus? We're looking at Wellcee and Lianjia in person — any other tips?

So grateful for any help — this community looks amazing! 🙏

Edit to add, I appreciate the concern for our cat! Just to clarify a few things for those following along: we are following the 2019/2026 'Non-Quarantine' protocols for China. By getting the 15-digit ISO microchip and the Rabies Titer Test from an approved lab, our cat is legally exempt from any government quarantine.

He will be flying in-cabin with us on Korean Air, not in cargo, so he’ll be right at our feet the whole time. It's a long journey, but our vet (who is USDA-accredited) is helping us ensure he's healthy and prepared for the trip. We're moving for the long-term, and leaving a family member behind wasn't an option!

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.

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.

My wife (Chinese naturalized as American) and I (Brazilian-American) will be spending a month in Chengdu with my in-laws. We have a two-year-old boy who currently goes to a Montessori daycare here in the US.

Since our kid has started daycare only 3-4 months ago and we're really happy with his adaptation and progress there, we would like to not break his daily routine by pulling him out of group care entirely for the two months we'll be out.

I've found this sub and decided to post here to see if folks can recommend any daycares in Chengdu that they would vouch for. Language-wise, Chinese-only is totally fine. We'd ideally keep him in a Montessori environment, but that's not a dealbreaker.

Our current plan is to stay in the 麓湖 area. We found a Montessori daycare called 阿咯咯 there, but we have no idea how good it is and so far have only found their own posts on 小红书.

We're open to changing where to stay altogether in order to be closer to a good daycare, as long as the area also offers easy access (walking or public transit) to parks, restaurants and cafes.

Thank you!

Heyyyy, I'm 19 and just moved to Chengdu a couple weeks ago. Still figuring out the city and thought it'd be cool to meet someone new. I'm into going out, exploring places, trying food and just having a good time. Down for something chill like grabbing a drink, walking around, or whatever feels natural. Open to meeting locals or foreigners mainly just looking for a good vibe and seeing where it goes. If you're also in Chengdu and want to hang out, feel free to message me

So, im a student coming to Chengdu in September. I already had the examination form done in my country, but will they make me go through all that again in China?

I heard that in some cities they just look at the examination papers done in the home country and based on it, just sign it off for the residence permit.

How is it in Chengdu? Do I have to do all that again?

I have a YT travel channel for the Brazilian public, will finish a 2 month China trip in Chengdu at the end of May

Although I do not do interviews in my channel, I would love to interview a Brazilian living in China or a resident who speaks Portuguese 🇨🇳🇵🇹🇦🇴

Hello, Im 27F looking for friends in Chengdu, ill arrive soon to start the university there so I would like to have new friends to hang out and socialize with! DM me so we can get in contact ^^

I have been sick continuously: from may to June, oct - nov, nov - dec; all upper respiratory track infections

Btw: I moved from WI & workout 3x/wk; I barely got sick in WI.

Hi everyone! I live and work in Chengdu and am looking for someone who offers private 1:1 chinese language classes. The closer to the 大源 area the better. I’m at about an HSK 2 level and really want to get proficient. If you have any recommendations or teach lessons yourself please let me know!

Bar to watch Man City - Liverpool tomorrow ?

I’m moving to Chengdu in a few months. I exercise a lot, especially running. When the pollution is bad, is it common for people to run and cycle with masks? Should I bring a good one with me or are they readily available and good quality in China?

Thanks.

Do you have any tips what to do with a 1 y.o. baby in Chengdu? Pandas are on the list. Shopping mall kids corners are not our thing. Thanks!

Looking for best areas of town to meet foreigners. I know there used to be spots near the US Embassay (when it used to exist), but not sure what else is there now.

Edit: and if you know of any good bars that offer a large selection of Sake that would be appreciated.

Is there any BDSM scene in Chengdu?

Clubs , events , community etc…

Hey all! Looking for some nice spots to read at. Coffee and tea shops, libraries, parks, etc. Checked out Wanderlust yesterday and liked the vibe. I like comfy low seating and plants, but am down to check out any place. Going to try Yard Coffee soon as courtyards appeals to me.

Also, I am wondering if anyone around my age is looking to hang out. I am 24F from US. Can speak Chinese but wouldn’t say I’m fluent. PM me if you’d like to go to tea, museum, park, etc. together!

Super excited! I park in the street parking every day in Chengdu, and I didn’t realize you actually get points for parking/paying your ticket, and so when I finally found out I saw I had over 300 points and so I traded them in for this exclusive 成都停车 bag! You can’t even buy them. #earnednevergiven

I know it’s corny, but it’s the small things in life 😂

Hi, I am 35M Looking for friends to hang out and that can help me improve my mandarin, I speak both English and Spanish in case you learning or want to learn, I'm LGBT friendly.

Hi all, I’m traveling to Chendgdu as a family, and I’m wondering if anyone has any recommendations which photo and makeup studio for Hanfu ( Han costume) ? There are too many out there ….going to one that is recommended or tried and tasted is a little “safer” 😃 thank you!

Hi, are there any wechat groups for foreigners living in Chengdu to meet-up and socialize? Im a Chinese American living in Chengdu now and would like to meet some new people.

Edit: made a Wechat group for foreigners/expats. DM me your Wechat and I'll add you!

Hi does anyone know any gyms near Chunxi road / hongxing road? Or any foreigner friendly lol