Private Tour
Chengdu Panda Research Base Tickets And Optional Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
One of Chengdu’s most popular attractions, this panda park 18km north of the city centre is the easiest way to glimpse Sichuan’s most famous residents. Don't, however, make the mistake of thinking you'll be seeing wild pandas. They are kept in large enclosures and have a dedicated team of scientists and keepers tending to their every need. As well as living, breathing pandas, there are some fascinating panda information centres and museums explaining panda conservation and husbandry.
Home to nearly 120 giant and 76 red pandas, the base focuses on getting these notoriously love-shy creatures to breed and has been remarkably successful at it. March to May is the ‘falling in love period’ (wink wink). If you visit during summer or autumn, you may see tiny newborns in the nursery incubators.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Chengdu Panda Base is a public non-profit breeding and research institute for giant pandas, red pandas, and other rare animals, located in Chengdu, Sichuan, China.It started with 6 giant pandas that were rescued from the wild. By 2008, it had 124 panda births, and the captive panda population has grown to 83.
What‘s Included
Entry Ticket (this is applicable for both booking the "ticket only" and "private guided tour")
Private transportation（This item is only applicable for booking a private guided tour)
Private Guide（This item is only applicable for booking a private guided tour)
the drinks are not included
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Morning Private Guided Tour
Admission included
Duration: 4 hours: From 8:00 to 12:00
Private Driver&Guide
Pickup included
Morning Tickets(Ticket Only)
Entry Time 7:30AM-11:59AM
Tickets Only/No Transfer,Guide
How To Use: Show Your Passport To Enter The Site.
Afternoon Tickets(Ticket Only)
Entry Time 12:00PM-17:00PM
Tickets Only/No Transfer、Guide
How To Use: Show Your Passport To Enter The Site.
Afternoon Private Guided Tour
Admission included
Duration: 4 hours: From 13:00 to 17:00
Private Driver & Guide
Pickup included
Reviews
48 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A unique experience k I've lived in my life... I was very pleased to come
elfarsantec,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very excellent I diberti a lot and had a li do memories I felt happy watching the pandas are very nice and affectionate the place is also very nice
An incredible experience...
Miguel L,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00An incredible experience to see pandas up close, such a rare and special sight! However, it was extremely crowded and hard to see much at times, so that did affect the experience. Still absolutely worth visiting.
A trip to pandas
alekfedchenko,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My tour guide was Claire, it was easy and nice to talk with her, she told me a lot about plans in the centre and we saw a lot of pandas: they were mostly sitting and eating bamboo, but there were also very active and funny young pandas. Pandas are very cute!
Recommended
Sabine J,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The Giant Pandas and the Red Pandas have an insane attraction. Even if the Giant Pandas are in many smaller enclosures and the Red Pandas in large enclosures, you have a wonderful opportunity to admire these endangered animals. We took a hell of a lot of pictures. Definitely worth it, even if you are not alone - as with all tourist attractions in China. It is advisable to come very early when the station opens. A few hours is enough so you can spend the afternoon in Chengdu
Panda joy
Jane H,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved the tour and were surprised to see so many pandas - Claire was an excellent guide who shared good stories
Disappointed and found challenging.
Symone P,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00No communication from the attendants. Unable to understand the tour as it was not offered in English. Chinese only. Wasn’t made aware of extra charges for bus inside the place.
Great tour
Jennifer M,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable tour guide. She was very good at spotting pandas and finding best spots for photos. Highly recommend from as a solo traveler.
Chengdu Panda centre
Venture28321954812,,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent value for a half day tour. The centre was packed with both Red and Giant Pandas. My guide Wu was excellent and was also very interesting to have conversations with.
Great day with the Pandas.
Kim M,,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Libby was a great guide. Very professional, knowledgable and friendly. We saw many Pandas up close and she moved us through the crowds very well. The car service to and from the facility was excellent. Can recommend.
Everything as described
Francesco P,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We booked for entry without a guide in the morning. Everything perfect, as soon as we arrived we showed our passport and entered without any problem.
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