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Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket

4.1(33)Chengdu4 hours
VIATOR4.4(16)TRIPADVISOR3.8(17)
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket
Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket

At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Price from
$9 / person
Location
Chengdu, China
Rating
4.1 / 5 · 33 reviews
Languages
CMN, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
happychinatours

Description

Buy your ticket in advance to the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base at Chengdu. Advance tickets guarantee your admission on your chosen day and time; there's no risk of sold-out tickets.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
24 times a day, 6:00 AM–5:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 8
Adult (ages 18–59)
$9
Child (ages 7–17)
$8
Infant (ages 0–6)
Free

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $125.

Larger groups pay less per person.

Out at sunset: the 2:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:27 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.

Tour Options

Shuttle bus Ticket Only

About the shuttle bus ticket: Choose this option to include the insider panda base shuttle bus ticket ONLY and available for 7:30-17:30

Afternoon Ticket + Transfer 5 hours

Duration: 5 hours: 30 minutes driving each way from Chengdu central hotel and you can spend 3-4 hrs at Panda base About the transfer: Your driver can meet you between 11:30am--13:00pm of your hotel lobby and also drop off at your hotel after the tour. About the pick up location: Your driver can picked up and dropped at your hotel lobby or city central. Pickup included

Morning Ticket + Transfer 5 hours

Duration: 5 hours: 30 minutes driving each way from Chengdu central hotel and you can spend 3-4 hrs at Panda base About the transfer: Your driver can meet you between 7:30am--9:00am of your hotel lobby and also drop off at your hotel after the tour. Pickup included

Panda & Shuttle Ticket

About the ticket: This option with the panda ticket and panda base insider shuttle bus ticket

Panda Ticket +Airport Transfer 7 hours

About the airport: Will be the Chengdu SHUANGLIU International Airport(CTU) or Chengdu TIANFU International Airport(TFU). Duration: 7 hours From airport: Choose this option to include a picked up and dropped off at Chengdu hotel/airport.

Afternoon Panda ticket Only 5 hours

Duration: 5 hours Afternoon ticket: Choose this option to include a Afternoon Panda ticket only and will be available since 12:00pm(Noon) to 17:00pm.

Morning Panda Ticket Only 4 hours

Duration: 4 hours Morning Panda ticket: Choose this option to include a morning Panda ticket and will be available since 07:30am to 12:00pm(Noon).

Itinerary

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Admission included

When you come to Chengdu, you should definitely not miss the Panda Base. You can watch those pandas playing, eating, sleeping, getting angry or fighting. They may take the action alone, or gather together with other companions. Every move of them is so adorable that you cannot help yourself praising the cute creature. You can also learn some common knowledge about giant panda while visiting. You can watch the baby pandas in their delivery rooms, and there is also the panda museum to show you more about this Chinese national treasure. The base was constructed to simulate the original ecological surroundings for pandas’ living and breeding with an extremely high greening rate. You would feel in the wild with clear lake, streams, bamboo forests, grass lands, etc. In addition to pandas, there are also red pandas, black-necked cranes, white storks, white swans, black swans, geese, peacocks and so on, making you feel at a small funny zoo

What's included

Included
• The Panda Base (Xiongmao Jidi) ticket
• Hotel pick up and drop-off from Chengdu Central Hotel(if option with transfer is selected)
• The ticket booking services charge

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up from all hotels in Chengdu city central

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.1
33 reviews
5
22
4
3
3
2
2
1
1
5

How it compares in Chengdu

  • No. 22 by number of reviews among 778 tours in Chengdu
  • Starting price $9 is 93% below the typical $127 for tours of similar length in Chengdu

Excurgo comparison of 778 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The Senior people(Above 60 years old), no need to buy the tickets, just show the passport and can enter directly

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket take?

Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.

How much does Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket cost?

Prices start at $9 per person for this Chengdu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $125. There are 7 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 24 departures a day between 6:00 AM and 5:30 PM.

How much does Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket cost for children?

Children aged 7–17 pay from $8, adults from $9. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up from all hotels in Chengdu city central Pickup points include Aijia International Boutique Apartment.

What languages is Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base Ticket offered in?

The experience is available in CMN, EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(33)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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DavidJohn_R
September 10, 2026 · via Viator
When inside, jump...

When inside, jump straight on the shuttle and head to the yellow zone in the NE. Then start viewing from the top end downwards. Less people and more Panda viewing opportunities.

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Gwaredd_M
June 17, 2026 · via Viator
Must see in chengdu

Who does not want to see cute, cuddly, and slightly silly pandas? Arrive early in the morning, when the pandas are at their most active. Make sure you use the internal bus service and visit all parts of the park. The research base is much larger than it first appears, with plenty to see beyond the main panda enclosures. Do not make the mistake of staying near the entrance and missing half of what the park has to offer.

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Phine79
January 2, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Very sweet

Beautiful experience. The park is very well cared for, the giant pandas and red pandas are very sweet and you can see them up close really

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Marilyn_P
September 18, 2025 · via Viator
It's worth it.

It’s very efficient and avoids looking for where to buy tickets once you arrive, because there are really crowds. In addition, they answered my questions quickly.

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LuisMiguel_B
August 7, 2025 · via Viator
Very interesting to see the...

Very interesting to see panda bears and reds in semilinertad. We were unlucky and due to high temperatures they were not allowed out, so in the end it was like in a zoo.

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travelbugfam2020
June 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Love the pandas!

Such a fun spot! We highly recommend to any tourists visiting Chengdu. The grounds are beautiful and well kept, and the pandas are adorable. It was very easy to get the tickets through this service. Thank you!

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Eric1814
June 9, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Disappointing Experience – Poor Accessibility and Unfriendly Staff

We were really looking forward to visiting the Chengdu Panda Research Base, but unfortunately, it turned out to be one of the most disappointing experiences of our trip through China. While the pandas themselves were absolutely lovely and it was a joy to see them up close, the overall experience left a lot to be desired. Most notably, the staff was extremely rude — the only time during our time in China that we felt genuinely unwelcome. The accessibility of the park is shockingly bad for anyone with mobility issues. Endless stairs, steep and uneven ramps, and very little thought put into accommodating less-abled visitors. Pushing a wheelchair through this park felt like an extreme sport, and there was no support or assistance available. If you’re visiting with someone who has reduced mobility, or if you expect a respectful, welcoming environment, think twice before coming here. The pandas are wonderful — but they deserve a better stage.

Operator response

Hi Eric, Thank you for your feedback, I will use that to improve my service. Best regards Andy

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Erica_T
May 25, 2025 · via Viator
good experience

Very convenient as we did not have to queue to buy tickets. It says ticket should be bought online but walk ins were allowed.

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Evy L
February 12, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Confirmed tickets NOT purchased!

I purchased 2 tickets for Chengdu Panda research base, Feb 12 for the morning and Feb 13 for the afternoon. I arrived at the gate to see Panda in Chengdu research base w my passport. The gate agent couldn’t find my ticket. I had to step aside from the long line. I showed my confirmed confirmation # but again couldn’t find my ticket. This time, I stayed in line and text and call the agent, no answer. Than, the gate agent called. I was delayed access by 2.5 hrs. My morning ticket was for 8am entry. I finally reached the agent at 10:30am. The gate agent informed me that ticket was purchased for yesterday afternoon not the morning of Feb 12. No refunds was given! You can buy your ticket at the GATE. Don’t use TripAdvisor for tickets which is also Viator. However, your ticket will not show up on your Viator account. I even try to view my ticket but it said send to email but it did not. I even looked at spam email. The only way to get your ticket is going to the gate w your passport. That when I found out the agent bought the ticket on the wrong date! I stood in line for hours than had to get out of line. This process took 2.5 hrs of my time without any refund. The response I received from the agent: I did buy your ticket once I spoke to the gate agent. My early morning entry of 8am didn’t happen!

Operator response

Dear Evy, Thanks for your review. Let me explain to you about the tickets situation: During the Feb 12, we didn't booked your ticket on time, but when the base staff called us, we have booked your ticket in 3 minutes. For the Feb 13, it was not our fault due to you left the wrong passport number to us then of course when you shown up your passport and they can not find your ticket. BTY, i have refunded two tickets payment for you and you will get the money back shortly. Best regards Andy

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Patrick_H
December 1, 2024 · via Viator
Passport Rejected Upon Entry

Unfortunately the my passport number was rejected at the entrance and I was unable to gain entry. I ended up purchasing another ticket for the next day through a different provider and had no issues.

Operator response

Hi Sir/Madam, Thank you for your feedback, I will use that to improve my service. Best regards Andy

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