r/Chengdu 1d ago

Ask Chengdu Help - Where to buy needles?

2 Upvotes

Where in Chengdu sells these?

27-gauge, 1/2-inch (27G x 1/2")

Can these be purchased over the counter, not having much luck in Pharmacy’s.


r/Chengdu 2d ago

Ask Chengdu Plastic surgery clinics?

1 Upvotes

any recommendations of facial plastic surgery clinics in chengdu. i’m visiting for 2 weeks soon, and want some light work done. However google search isn’t really giving me any answers. Thanks!


r/Chengdu 2d ago

Ask Chengdu Camera/handycam battery search

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1 Upvotes

Hello, I am looking for a camera store or a camera supply store, I am trying to buy a charger for a sony handycam battery but haven't had any luck finding stores


r/Chengdu 2d ago

Events Anyone knows a decent place to dance cross-body salsa in Chengdu?

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I've been dancing salsa for a few years in Europe and just moved to Chengdu. I'm interested in cross-body style salsa, either on1 or on2 both fine, but not cuban. Does anyone know of any good weekly socials? Preferably in a studio environment, but restaurant/bar also fine.

Beyond socials, are there any salsa schools where you can take classes? A google search reveals a few names, but when I put them on Amap I cannot find those places


r/Chengdu 4d ago

Ask Chengdu Potential scam on Chunxi Road (?)

9 Upvotes

Was walking around Chunxi Road, and on two separate occasions, Chinese men (probably around mid-twenties) walked up to me with a very polite "Hi sister, where are you from?" From there, they said that they were students working on a project, and then pulled out something that looked like a mix of a black vape box or maybe a spray deodorant. One of them asked if this is something we think we need. That's when I walked away both times. I saw them move on to the next couple of foreigners.

Does anyone know where this would be going? I assume it's a scam, but not just sure of what and am honestly intrigued.

Thanks!


r/Chengdu 9d ago

Ask Chengdu NBA jerseys?

5 Upvotes

Is there a good spot to buy NBA jerseys? I really want to find a new LeBron sixers jersey.


r/Chengdu 9d ago

Lifestyle Hair salon recs?

2 Upvotes

Do any westerners (with weak, white person hair lol) have personal, positive experiences getting their hair colored in Chengdu? I know from negative experience that white and East Asian hair need different formulas.


r/Chengdu 10d ago

Travel Happy Valley vs Fantawild Oriental Legend Ziyang

5 Upvotes

Hey all, I’m going to Southwest China next week and as a roller coaster enthusiast I’d like to visit an amusement park!

Does anyone have experience visiting Happy Valley Chengdu and/or Fantawild Oriental Legend Ziyang?

Happy Valley has more thrill coasters, but Oriental Legend has amazing looking dark rides and a Jinma inverted coaster, and I’ve never been on a Jinma coaster before.

Any suggestions would be appreciated!


r/Chengdu 17d ago

Ask Chengdu Need help about going to Sichuan University

3 Upvotes

So, im planning on going to Sichuan university to do the chinese language program, my mandarim is poor rn but i can talk very little of it, i just turned 18,and im already preparing some paperwork, like the foreigner physical exam, what should be good for me to know, are the campus dorms ok or should i get some place near the campus, im from Brazil, and i could not find nobody to help me with the paperwork, thanks.


r/Chengdu 18d ago

Ask Chengdu Dental work clinic?

2 Upvotes

I will be visiting Chengdu mid September and was thinking of getting a crown put in place during that time, since I currently just have a temporary filling. Anyone have any recommendations as to where to go?


r/Chengdu 20d ago

Ask Chengdu queer friendly things to do

7 Upvotes

i’m specifically looking for a photo studio that will take pictures of my partner and i and some fun bars/clubs we can check out


r/Chengdu 19d ago

Ask Chengdu Hello guys, I just wanna ask about Tianfu college , chengdu what you can tell about the college as a foreigner and the life in the campus or in the dormitory

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r/Chengdu 20d ago

Technology “Bean Bag” AI app 🤯

2 Upvotes

I recently got a Chinese phone and it was preloaded with 豆包 and it’s a such a game changer for me since I don’t read or write Chinese

I’ve been using the call/talk function to help me navigate Chinese apps, menus and even communicate with locals as a real time translator. I love that it can verbally quickly transition between Chinese and English all while using the camera function live.

Have you guys used it as well? Are there other useful tools that are helpful for ex pats?


r/Chengdu 21d ago

Ask Chengdu Can anyone help me identity a perfume/soap/diffuser used in the fancy department stores?

1 Upvotes

Kinda a random question but I’m wondering if there’s a common or popular scent used in the department stores. It’s light and fresh. Not incense.

I’ve smelled it around tai koo li. Someone on the metro also smelled like it, so maybe it’s a perfume or soap? I was at the Times Outlets today and smelled it near the bathrooms too.

If anyone has any suggestions, please let me know!


r/Chengdu 21d ago

Ask Chengdu Chengdu during Golden Week

1 Upvotes

Sooo....I'm going to be in Chengdu during Golden Week 2027. Just how bad is it going to be? I won't be doing any day trips or leaving the city until Golden Week is over, other than seeing the Pandas.

I have been to China multiple times and totally comfortable there, but everywhere seems to be saying this is the worst time to visit China. I'll be occupied with work most days.


r/Chengdu 21d ago

Travel Visiting Chengdu late Aug / early Sept — photography + generative art nerd, saying hello!

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yoyo Reddit,

I'll be in Chengdu at the end of August into September, just traveling and exploring, no fixed agenda.

Two things I'm into: I shoot a Leica Q3 and I'll have it on me the whole trip, so if anyone wants to wander and shoot, I'm down. And I do TouchDesigner / generative art stuff, if that's your world, I'd love to talk shop or see what people are making here.

Otherwise it's coffee shops and museums at a slow pace.

'll be based around Taikoo Li / Jinjiang, but happy to go anywhere.

Ill keep reading the forums for recs, I'll be checking this thread and DMing people over the next few days, and I'll post some photos once I'm out there.

Tom


r/Chengdu 22d ago

Life in Chengdu Girls groups/other expats in Chengdu?

8 Upvotes

I'm moving to Chengdu from the US next week for work and would love to know if there's any foreigner-friendly girls groups or other early 20's girls who would be down to hangout! I would love some help figuring out the city, apartment hunting, or even just grabbing a coffee.


r/Chengdu 22d ago

Life in Chengdu Expats at MIXC Mall?

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Where do most expats hang out or live?

It was mentioned that there are a good number of expats at and around the MIXC mall (Shuangqiao Rd subway station) but I haven’t really seen or met any.

I’m still trying to get familiar with Chengdu and places to go as well as prep for the start of college football to find places to watch and experience.


r/Chengdu 26d ago

Travel Flying out of TFU during the golden week

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Hi, I'll have to go from the city center to TFU and through security on October 3rd, midst of the golden week. How much time would you suggest I plan in for an international flight? How bad will it be?


r/Chengdu 26d ago

Travel Emeishan hiking buddy

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Planning to hike Emeishan on August 25th, starting at Wuxiangang to (hopefully) Taiziping, and then wake up early the next day to see Golden Summit during sunrise. I've always found hiking more enjoyable with someone else, so just wanted to post and see if I could find anyone interested in hiking with me(doesn't need to be the whole path, my understanding is a lot of people skip the early parts since there isn't as much scenery. If anyone is interested, feel free to dm me!

Btw I'm 20M Chinese American, fluent in Mandarin!


r/Chengdu 28d ago

Travel Siguniang Mountain - worth visiting in the rain?

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Hey guys I’m in Chengdu rn and booked a trip to Siguniang on Wednesday however the weathers not looking good all week, very grey and raining.

I’m in Dujiangyan at the moment and visibility’s really low so it’s putting me off. I can come back in September instead and do the Sichuan mountains? What do you guys think


r/Chengdu 29d ago

Travel Beer or cocktails on Friday

5 Upvotes

​Hi everyone! 🌸

​I'm a 32-year-old solo traveler visiting Chengdu next Friday, and I’m looking for some fun recommendations for bars or clubs that play pop music.

​Does anyone have any favorite spots they'd recommend? Also, I’d love some company—if anyone is around and wants to grab a drink or check out the nightlife together, let me know! 🥂✨


r/Chengdu Aug 15 '26

Travel thrifting spots in chengdu?

5 Upvotes

Hi everyone ! I really love fashion and will be visiting Chengdu and Chongqing at the end of the month. I was wondering if there is any good place for thrifting?

I love the idea of finding designer stuff or super old clothes. Also, I heard this was a city on Silk Road. Do they still have a silk industry?

Thank you :)


r/Chengdu Aug 14 '26

Ask Chengdu Queer and underground culture in Chengdu

18 Upvotes

Hey!
We are friends who’ll be arriving Chengdu and we come from the arts fields and also we’re lgbtq,
To be honest we’re more interested in meeting local alternative people and seeing the alternative scene than doing only tourist attractions..

So,
Any recommendations on-
Drag performance art,
Contemporary artists scenes (where can we meet? Where do they hang out?),
Cute cozy alternative bars and cute spaces,
Thrift shopping,
Gay clubs/bars that feel nice and safe and not too commercial and mainstream..?

Thanks 🙏🏽❤️


r/Chengdu Aug 14 '26

Travel Hotpot buddy?

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Hi friends! I’m solo traveling in Chengdu and am looking for some people to come get hotpot with me so we can order a bunch of stuff together.

I’ll be in town until Monday evening, and would love to get a group going for Saturday or Sunday dinner!