Nightlife in Chengdu
Chengdu's nightlife is growing to meet the demand from increasingly savvy locals. The city–centre Lotus Palace Bar rivals Shanghai's bars for glitz, and is where Chengdu's famed beauties go to party. Anchor Bar is the place for cold beers, comfortable sofas and friendly Sichuanese service. For live entertainment, head west for nightly performances of Sichuan opera at the Shufeng Yayun theatre.
Bars
Expand all1. Shamrock Irish Bar and Restaurant - Popular expat spot
Show moreExpats cram into Shamrock Bar and Restaurant in the city centre for DJs on Friday and live bands on Saturday. The Shamrock offers Irish beers like Guinness. There's also a beer garden, free pool table and live sport.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
15, Renmin Nan Lu, 4th Section, Chengdu
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8523 6158
2. Paulaner Brauhaus - Real German beer
Show moreThe city-centre Paulaner Brauhaus in the five-star Kempinski Hotel has its own micro-brewery and Chengdu's best selection of European beers. As well as unusual German beers, there's quality German food and friendly service.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Kempinski Hotel, 42 Renmin Nan Lu, 4th Section, Chengdu
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8526 9999
3. Lotus Palace Bar - Chengdu's beautiful people
Show moreThis chic city-centre bar is where Chengdu's famed beauties go to be seen. The Lotus Palace Bar is decorated in glamorous red and there's a see-through ceiling above the dance floor. Lounge music gives way to heavier dance music later.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
231, Wuhouci Da Jie, 24 Jinli, Chengdu 610041
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8553 7676
Transport
Taxi
4. Dave's Oasis - Beer and local knowledge
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Friendly Dave's Oasis in the city centre also acts as a de facto tourist information centre, with Dave offering panda tours and cheap opera tickets. The bar itself has free Internet and cheap beer. Guests can bring their own music.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
21, 1 Binjiang Lu (opposite the Traffic Hotel), Chengdu
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8672 3808
Transport
Taxi
5. The Bookworm - Bohemian reading café
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From the same people who started The Bookworm in Beijing, this city-centre café has a good selection of books to borrow and buy, and hosts regular literary talks and events. There's decent food and a wide selection of drinks.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
28, Renmin Nan Lu, 4th Section, Chengdu 610041
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8552 0177
6. Anchor Bar - Beer and DVD lounge
Show moreAnchor Bar in the city centre is the place to unwind with a cold beer. Comfortable sofas, earthy decor and friendly staff create a relaxing atmosphere. There's free Internet access if you buy a meal. Guests can also watch DVDs.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
6, Mid Linjiang Zhong Lu (inside courtyard of Traffic Hotel), Chengdu
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8545 4520
Transport
Taxi
Clubs
Expand all7. Xiongmao - Chengdu underground
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Young, cool and casual with an industrial décor, Xiongmao in the city's Wuhou District serves individual cocktails - rare in Chengdu clubs. Play a game of pool, chat with friends or dance to top local DJs playing cutting-edge electronic music.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2/F, Blue Caribbean Plaza, 143 Kehua Bei Lu, Wuhou District, Chengdu
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8638 4685
Transport
Taxi
Entertainment
Expand all8. Shufeng Yayun - Spectacular nightly opera
Show moreIf you can't wait for the more traditional Sunday performance at the Jinjiang Theatre, the Shufeng Yayun Theatre offers more expensive nightly performances of Sichuan opera. These are strictly for tourists, with more emphasis on the spectacular.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
23, Qintai Road, Chengdu 610041
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8776 4530
9. Jinjiang Theatre - Sichuan opera and cinema
Show more The city-centre Jinjiang Theatre is a combination of Sichuan opera theatre, cinema and teahouse. Every Sunday, there are high-class performances of Sichuan opera which features gymnastics, cross-dressing, slapstick humour and Sichuan opera's famous 'changing faces.'Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
54, Huaxing Zheng Lu, Chengdu 610016
Telephone
+86 (0) 28 8662 0019
Transport
Taxi
