Every visit starts with an online real-name reservation, and the original ID used to book has to be shown at the gate. Seniors and young children are exempt from booking and enter on their ID, and anyone who cannot pay online can try the on-site ticket windows while availability lasts. Children aged six and below, or under 1.3 metres, get in free after an ID check.
Inside, the sightseeing shuttle bus is a separate ticket for everyone over 1.3 metres; smaller children ride free on an adult’s lap, without a seat of their own. The Bamboo Tower is free to enter but needs its own advance online reservation.
The trade-off is that a sighting is not guaranteed: in severe weather, or for conservation or maintenance reasons, some areas may close temporarily or animals may not be visible.
Family FAQ
How much does Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding cost?
Adult tickets (over 18 up to 59) are CNY 55 and the Individual Annual Pass CNY 168; students up to undergraduate level pay CNY 27 with valid ID.
What are the opening hours of Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding?
Entry 8:00-16:30 from November to February and 7:30-17:00 from March to October; the park starts clearing at 17:30 and 18:00 respectively.
Can you bring a stroller to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding?
Strollers can be borrowed free at the West and South Gate Tourist Centers.
Is there baby changing at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding?
Nursing rooms have changing mats, diapers, milk warmers and disinfectant wipes.
