Outdoor Activities for Families in Chengdu

Are you looking for some weekend activities in the Chengdu area that are suitable for children? Check out our list of Chengdu’s most popular attractions and theme parks suitable for the whole family.

Happy Valley Chengdu 成都欢乐谷

Located in Chengdu’s Jinniu district, Happy Valley offers visitors an exciting theme park experience. There are seven themed areas inside the park providing endless entertainment for both children and adults. From a circus and roller coasters to a sports center, Happy Valley is a great day out for the whole family.

No. 16, Xihua Avenue, Jinniu District,Chengdu, Sichuan Province 四川省成都市金牛区西华大道16号

Ticket fee: 230 RMB/pp

120 RMB for children between 1.2mand 1.5m

Free for children below 1.2m

Opening hours: 9am-9.30pm

Chengdu Seaside City Mall 成都海滨城购物中心

Chengdu Seaside City Mall offers many activities that have made it a top entertainment spot in Chengdu. Within the mall guests can visit the Cube Aquarium, relax on a manmade beach, climb a pirate ship, and go shopping in one of the largest shopping centers in China. The mall also has tunnels housing over 10,000 different species of marine life. Chengdu Seaside City Mall is a truly unique shopping and tourist destination.

No 88 Shuangnan Avenue, Seaside City mall, Jiao Long Gang, Chengdu 成都蛟龙港双楠大道88号海滨城购物中心

Ticket fee: depends on package, visit website for more information

Opening hours: 10am-9pm

Chengdu Zoo 成都动物园

The Chengdu Zoo is one of the largest zoos in southwest China. Home to more than 300 species of animals, the park also houses a world-renowned panda exhibit.

No.234, Zhaojuesi South Rd, Chenghua District, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 四川成都市成华区昭觉寺南路234号

Ticket price:

20 RMD per adult

Free for kids under 1.2m

Opening hours: 9am -4pm

Floraland Amusement Park 国色天香水上乐园

Located in Wenchuan outside of Chengdu, Floraland Amusement Park is not only a theme and water park, but also a park in its own right. After the completion of its water park, Floraland became the largest outdoor aquatic centre in southwest China. Whether you want to cool off in the water park or simpy relax in its green areas, Floraland has a range of family friendly activities to fill your weekend.

No. 88, Tianxiang Rd, Wenjiang District,Chengdu, Sichuan Province 四川省成都市温江区天乡路88号

Ticket price:

Between 30 to 280 RMB depending on which areas visited within the park

Opening hours: 9am-6pm

Haichang Polar Ocean Park 海昌极地海洋公园

Hiachang Polar Ocean Park is the largest marine life park in southwest China. Throughout the park you can see animals such as polar bears, sea lions, sharks, and penguins. Whale and dolphin shows, an artificial wave pool, and children’s activities help to provide a full day of family fun.

No.2037, Tianfu Avenue South, Shuangliu Town, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 四川成都双流县华阳镇天府大道南段2037号

Ticket price: Varies from 90 RMB to 200 RMB depending on which ticket options you choose

Opening hours: 9am-4pm

Paradise Island Water Park 天堂岛海洋乐园

Paradise Island Water Park is one of the world’s best indoor water parks. Ride the waves on Paradise Island’s wave simulator or slide down endless looping water slides. Guests can also enjoy the park’s Family Raft Ride or the exhilarating White Water Abyss. No matter which rides you choose to try, an enjoyable day will be had by everyone.

No.1700, TianfuAvenue North, Wuhou District, Chengdu, Sichuan Province (inside the Global Center) 四川成都武侯区天府大道北段1700号新世纪环球购物中心内

Ticket price:

160 RMB per adult (Mon to Thu), 180 RMB per adult (Fri to Sun)

80 RMB per child below 1.2m (Mon to Thu), 90 RMB (Fri to Sun)

Opening hours: 10am-8:30 pm

Stone Elephant Lake Ecological Resort 石象湖生态风景区

Stone Elephant Lake has often been described as a representation of “the harmonious co-existence between man and nature”. This resort is the perfect example of peace and serenity. The park gets its name from the Stone Elephant Temple, an important Buddhist temple. The resort is home to sixteen scenic areas and offers boat rides across the lake for a small fee. With its superior air quality, and being covered 90% by forest, this scenic resort is a must-see destination.

Stone Elephant Lake Ecological Resort, Pujiang Country, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 四川省成都市蒲江县保利石象湖景区

Ticket price:  80 RMB for adults, half price for children above 1.3m (include 1.3m) and Free for children under 1.3 m

Opening hours:

8am -6pm in the summer

9am -5pm in the winter

Andaman Eco-Tourism Village, Dujiangyan

都江堰·安缇缦生态旅游度假区

Andaman Village is a nice place to get out of the city, and has lot’s of children entertainement options. The outdoor adventure park include ziplining, rope course, trampoline park, playgrounds and other activities.
Bring your family and friends to Andaman Village.

Andaman is set among the nature of the forests. Be surrounded by nature and soak in all the beauty nature has to offer. Bring yourself back to nature!

Address: 3, Dianyexiang Valley, Ai’e County, Dujiangyan, Chengdu 四川省成都市都江堰市向峨乡爱莲社区电业巷3号

You can reach Dujiangyan by high-speed train from Chengdu (north) Railway Station or Xi Pu Station.
成都火车站 – 都江堰站
It takes 30 minutes and they run frequently.

Yoho Farm

七彩田野

Colorful Fields Scenic Spot is a modern urban agricultural complex project. It is located in Sansheng Flower Township, close to Bailu Bay Wetland Park and Zhonghe Town. It is known as the back garden of the south of the international city. The transportation here is convenient. It is the closest modern urban ecological park and science and agriculture exposition park to the main city. (only 15 minutes’ drive away from the main city)

Location:  #88, Liuxin Road, Jinjiang District 锦江区琉新路88号

Price: Free

Opening Time: 9:00am-6:00pm

Chengdu Research Base Of Giant Panda Breeding

A non-profit research and breeding facility for giant pandas, the Chengdu Panda Base was opened in 1987 to house six pandas rescued from the wild. Since then, it has bred 261 giant pandas, making up the largest artificial breeding population in the world. The base also cares for other rare and endangered species, and aims to improve public awareness and further scientific education.

Address: Chenghua District Xiongmao Dadao 1375 成都市成华区熊猫大道1375号

Ticket: Starting from 55RMB
Opening hour: 07:00am-17:30pm