Kuanzhai Alley
Kuanzhai Alley
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- Stephen CSingapore, Singapore1,082 contributionsGood and affordable food and entertainment!This is one of the must visit places for tourists visiting Chengdu. We came on a Friday afternoon and even then, it was bustling with people. I would recommend getting there by public transport as it is not easy to find parking. The place is packed with eateries and souvenir shops. Chengdu is famous for its street food culture and this will be a good place to give it a try. There are also many Teahouses serving Chinese tea and finger food. Here, you should also be able to catch the popular Sichuan cultural performances, including the popular opera, the art of Changing Face. As you walk around the alleys, you will also catch some people offering ear cleaning services for around 60 rmb.Visited April 2021Travelled as a coupleWritten 24 April 2021
- Michael LizarChongqing, China356 contributionsTrip to Kuanzhai AlleyI got a recommendation to visit this place, one of the points of interest and landmarks in Chengdu. We stop our bike at the main gate and have a walk here. Tbh, overly crowded here and many signature foods and snacks here but some of them are pricey. Don't get lost here! You better come a night 🌟Visited January 2020Travelled with friendsWritten 3 December 2020
- Bobok18Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia31 contributionsStreet food havenLots of street food here. If you want local Chengdu street food, this is the place. There are 3 streets parallel to each other. Kuan alley, zhai alley & jing alley. Each of them have their own unique attractions but food are the main highlight at these alleys. Spent abt 2-3 hrs here. Qintai Road where the sichuan opera shufenyayun is abt 20mins away so plan your time properly so ypu can cover these 2 attractions all in a go.Visited December 2019Travelled with familyWritten 1 January 2020
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Michael Y
Houston, TX680 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Tons of restaurants, stores, bars, tea shops. This is a super crowded area in the evenings, but is kind of a must see area for a traditional Sichuan vibe.
Written 12 June 2023
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Kyle Ciulla
Beijing, China295 contributions
Oct 2021 • Solo
This is where you should be going for lunch for one of your days in Chengdu. So many great places to get kebabs, but the Chinese version haha. I live in China, and in my opinion Chengdu has the best food. Be adventurous, and try this amazing food. It will be crowded, but that is ok! It’s an amazing experience!
Written 9 October 2021
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Zarza's Travels
London, UK430 contributions
Jul 2021 • Solo
An interesting place to see, in terms of architecture but it was extremely busy and lots of people wanting to take pictures with foreigners, which of course happens in China but to an uncomfortable level here. Loads of food stalls and little shops, selling everything from embroidery to plastic toys. Some beautiful tea rooms but hard to get close to see them properly. Visited from 5 - 7pm and it was manic whilst leaving. Was much quicker walking away from the area to get a taxi then trying to get one from there. Worth a look, definitely, but a one time only exploration for me!
Written 15 July 2021
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semitsvetik68
Chongqing, China149 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Went during May Day holiday. There were too many people! As many as herrings in a caddy. Could stay there for about half an hour. The same night market with souvenir shops and snacks, but more costly than in the city. Maybe, a good walk in a low season
Written 12 May 2021
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Stephen C
Singapore, Singapore1,082 contributions
Apr 2021 • Couples
This is one of the must visit places for tourists visiting Chengdu. We came on a Friday afternoon and even then, it was bustling with people.
I would recommend getting there by public transport as it is not easy to find parking. The place is packed with eateries and souvenir shops. Chengdu is famous for its street food culture and this will be a good place to give it a try.
There are also many Teahouses serving Chinese tea and finger food. Here, you should also be able to catch the popular Sichuan cultural performances, including the popular opera, the art of Changing Face.
As you walk around the alleys, you will also catch some people offering ear cleaning services for around 60 rmb.
I would recommend getting there by public transport as it is not easy to find parking. The place is packed with eateries and souvenir shops. Chengdu is famous for its street food culture and this will be a good place to give it a try.
There are also many Teahouses serving Chinese tea and finger food. Here, you should also be able to catch the popular Sichuan cultural performances, including the popular opera, the art of Changing Face.
As you walk around the alleys, you will also catch some people offering ear cleaning services for around 60 rmb.
Written 24 April 2021
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Maxim B
Ottawa, Canada905 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
This is a bit of a tourist trap, but very nicely done: preserving the style, while bring in lots of amenities. An underground parking lot in a busy location made our access to this area that much easier
Written 19 April 2021
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Ailton007
Seattle, WA921 contributions
Apr 2021
A paradise for photographers and great place to stroll, visit little shops and have a Sichuan tea ceremony. Also great for trying out local food and watch Sichuan opera performances. Fairly inexpensive and takes about 30 min. You have to go inside a lot of the houses to discover the courtyards, gardens, statues etc.
We liked it so much that we came back on another day before headed to the airport. All walkable and easy to get to by Did (taxi)
We liked it so much that we came back on another day before headed to the airport. All walkable and easy to get to by Did (taxi)
Written 10 April 2021
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Michael Lizar
Chongqing, China356 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
I got a recommendation to visit this place, one of the points of interest and landmarks in Chengdu. We stop our bike at the main gate and have a walk here. Tbh, overly crowded here and many signature foods and snacks here but some of them are pricey. Don't get lost here! You better come a night 🌟
Written 3 December 2020
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Lili around The World
Shenzhen, China31 contributions
Oct 2020
As it was holiday, the place was really crowded, even though worth a visit ! Many shops and fancy restaurants!
Written 12 October 2020
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Deanosaur89
Edmonton, Canada1,994 contributions
Oct 2020 • Friends
We spent a lot more time here than we had planned as we found many post cards to send home to family and friends here and spent a lot of time browsing shops and bookstores. There are quite a few art installations in the area as well.
Written 10 October 2020
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Where are Chinese New Year celebrations held in Chengdu please????
Wanderlust1954
La Jolla, CA335 contributions
I don't know for sure, but I'd guess that People's Park would be a good place to look for them.
sanu
Singapore, Singapore160 contributions
Planning to stay near this place for one night in chengdu. Is this a good place to do street shopping. More interested in lacquerwares, pottery and cutleries.
Thanks in advance.
CumbrianAbroad
Shanghai, China268 contributions
While the alleys are a great place to visit as tourists I'm not sure they will have what you want and you may have to search elsewhere in the city for your items.
mykr72
Denver, CO48 contributions
What is the closest metro station? Thanks!
Josephine Seah
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam444 contributions
We went there by taxi. But I found a review mentioned about the nearest station is Tong Hui Men. Hope it helps.
Rese
Lovedale, Australia31 contributions
Hi everyone
Did anyone go to a traditional tea ceremony? And your thoughts and price please. 😊
Tee
Hi, is it possible to take a Didi to and fro this place?
Si Peng W
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia42 contributions
I recommend to take subway when you want to leave the area. Taking Didi to go there is ok but booking is Didi when you leave requires you to give exact landmarks to meet your driver as there are many entrances for this area.
Passion4Travel
Toronto, Canada64 contributions
Hi guys, what time is the latest time I am go there on a Thursday night? I won't be arriving till 10pm, will it still be worth it to go there?
LavenderFive
Shanghai, China185 contributions
Good question! We were there in the evening, until around 10, and things were still busy. But I'm guessing by midnight things are winding down. If you get there around 10, based on our experience, you'll still find lots of restaurants and pubs open. A lot of the shops will close, though.
Passion4Travel
Toronto, Canada64 contributions
Hi guys, what time is the latest time I am go there on a Thursday night? I won't be arriving till 10pm, will it still be worth it to go there?
kingofpeppange
Peppange, Luxembourg484 contributions
Hi ,
I'm afraid that will be too late !There is a lot going on (a lot of action and a lot of people) from late in the morning till late in the afternoon !
After 9PM it is quite useless to go there ! Only a few restaurants remain open ... and after 10PM literally everybody has gone home !
Liligoh
Changloon, Malaysia23 contributions
Hi May I know the best time to visit here ?
Yeow Hwee H
Singapore, Singapore68 contributions
In the weekend, it is crowded throughout the whole day.
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- Private Half Day Chengdu Walking Tour including Teahouse and Street Food (From HK$407.58)
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- (0.00 km) Shannan Youth Hostel
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- (0.16 km) 99 Inn Chengdu Kuanzhai Xiangzi
- (0.40 km) Diaoyutai Boutique Hotel Chengdu
- (0.23 km) Wangyuan Hotel Chengdu Changfa
- Restaurants near Kuanzhai Alley:
- (0.00 km) Jin Men Shi Fu Ma Jia Cai
- (0.08 km) Ba Hang Tu Hot Pot
- (0.16 km) No. 12 Paotongshu Street
- (0.20 km) Tong Xiang SiFang Cai
- (0.23 km) MiTang Coffee