Overview
Key takeaway
2,200-year-old UNESCO irrigation system still in use. 30min by high-speed train.
Time & cost
Plan Half day. Budget: $11. Hours: 08:00–17:30.
Best for
Best for first-time Chengdu visitors who want a clear Half day stop without guesswork.
Practical
Price$11
DurationHalf day
Hours08:00–17:30
Getting thereHigh-speed train Chengdu→Dujiangyan (30min, ¥10)
Tips
On site
Combine with Mount Qingcheng for full day.
Timing
Leave with hours in mind (08:00–17:30). Weekends and holidays need extra queue time.
Pay
Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.
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Show the Chinese name “都江堰” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.
Show to staff
你好，请问入口在哪里？我有预约/门票，谢谢。
Hi — where is the entrance? I have a reservation/ticket. Thank you.
Location & how to go
Dujiangyan, Chengdu
MetroHigh-speed train Chengdu→Dujiangyan (30min, ¥10)
BusHigh-speed train Chengdu→Dujiangyan (30min, ¥10)
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “都江堰” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
