Find Calm at Wenshu Monastery and its Vegetarian Hall
Wenshu Monastery is Chengdu's best-preserved and most active Buddhist temple, a roughly 1,400-year-old complex of timber halls, incense smoke, koi ponds and a tranquil garden teahouse. Entry is completely free, and you can watch monks and locals at worship in a genuinely working monastery. Its on-site Xiangyuan vegetarian restaurant serves an excellent, inexpensive meatless lunch.
10 hand-picked things to do in Chengdu, China —
3 completely free — each with a real address, price, hours, and an insider tip.
Updated June 2026.
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What are the best free things to do in Chengdu?
Find Calm at Wenshu Monastery and its Vegetarian Hall, Explore Sichuan Treasures Free at the Sichuan Museum, Discover Ancient Shu at the Free Chengdu Museum on Tianfu Square are among the 3 completely free activities in our Chengdu list. Each entry includes the address, hours, and an insider tip.
How much do things to do in Chengdu cost?
Our 10 hand-picked Chengdu activities range from free up to about $25 per person, with most under $25. Use the Free / Budget toggle on the deck to deal within your price range.
How does DrawTheDay pick activities in Chengdu?
Every activity is a real, verified place or experience with a current price, address, and opening hours — hand-picked for travelers and locals. Last updated June 2026.
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