Overview
Key takeaway
Qing-era alleyways with boutiques and tea houses. Narrow Alley is quieter.
Time & cost
Plan 2 hours. Budget: Free. Hours: ~10:00–22:00.
Best for
Best for first-time Chengdu visitors who want a clear 2 hours stop without guesswork.
Practical
PriceFree
Duration2 hours
Hours~10:00–22:00
Getting thereMetro Line 4 to Kuanzhai Xiangzi
Tips
On site
Late afternoon for golden light photos.
Timing
Leave with hours in mind (~10:00–22:00). 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.
Show this
Show the Chinese name “宽窄巷子” to drivers and staff. It beats a long English explanation.
Location & how to go
Kuanzhai Alleys, Chengdu
MetroMetro Line 4 to Kuanzhai Xiangzi
BusMetro Line 4 to Kuanzhai Xiangzi
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “宽窄巷子” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.
