3 Days 2 Nights Exploring Nanchong, a Nanny-Level Guide to Eat and Play All Around

How many more surprises are hidden in this treasure city of Northeast Sichuan, Nanchong! 🍁 October in golden autumn is the perfect time to check in. This 3-day 2-night nanny-level guide takes you on an in-depth city tour, leaving no delicious food or beautiful scenery behind! Save it quickly~

🎯Day 1
⏰9:00 Xishan Scenic Area
📍Address: No. 42 Xihe Road, Shunqing District
✨Must-visit reasons:
- Autumn’s colorful forests are the most beautiful natural filter!
- Climb to the top for a panoramic view of Nanchong, perfect for photos
- Recommended to arrive before 8 AM to avoid peak crowds
🚗Transportation: Drive or taxi to the scenic area parking lot

🍗12:00 Yang Duck
📍Address: No. 68 Hongguang Road, Shunqing District
🦆Foodie notes:
- Century-old time-honored intangible cultural heritage food!
- Crispy outside, tender inside with fragrant oil, locals line up to buy
- Recommended to call 0817-1234567 to reserve in advance~
🕛Business hours: 11:00-14:00

⛩14:30 Langzhong Ancient City
📍Address: Xuedao Street, Langzhong City
🏯Travel tips:
- One of China’s four great ancient cities, a Three Kingdoms culture check-in spot
- Recommended to wear Hanfu for photos, a direct time travel experience
- Must-visit spots: Zhang Fei Temple and Gongyuan!
🚌Transportation: Take a 1-hour bus from Nanchong Bus Station

🌙19:00 Overnight in the Ancient City
🏨Recommended inn: Spring Arrives Jiangnan Boutique Inn
📍Location: No. 12 Xuedao Street, inside the Ancient City
💤Accommodation experience:
- Chinese-style courtyard with great atmosphere
- Perfect for atmospheric photos when the lights come on at night
Remember to book your room on Trip.com in advance~

🎯Day 2
⛰8:30 Lingyun Mountain
📍Address: No. 188 Lingyun Road, Shunqing District
🙏Blessing guide:
- Millennium-old temple on cliffside is breathtaking
- You can offer incense and pray, said to be very effective
- Remember to wear comfortable sports shoes!

🐂12:00 Zhang Fei Beef
📍Address: Wumiao Street store, Langzhong Ancient City
🥩Must-order menu:
- Signature Zhang Fei Beef is a must!
- Perfectly paired with Sichuan Northern Cold Noodles
💰About 50 RMB per person to eat to fullness

🏛14:00 Nanchong Museum
📍Address: No. 1 Yudai North Road, Shunqing District
📖Exhibition guide:
- A treasure museum with free admission
- Three major permanent exhibitions to understand Northeast Sichuan culture
⚠️Closed on Mondays, don’t go in vain!

🎯Day 3
🌸8:30 Beihu Park
📍Address: Beihu Road, Shunqing District
📸Photo tips:
- Morning mist over the lake is stunningly beautiful
- Ginkgo Avenue is a must-visit in autumn
⏰Recommended visit time: 1-2 hours

🍜11:00 Sichuan Northern Cold Noodles
📍Main store address: Renmin Middle Road, Shunqing District
🌶️Foodie guide:
- Sour and spicy appetizing Sichuan snack
- You can watch the whole handmade cold noodle process on site

🕍14:00 Silk Museum
📍Address: Xinghan Road, Gaoping District
🧵Study experience:
- Shows the whole process from silkworm to silk
- Traditional silk reeling machine dynamic display
📅Closed on Mondays, take note!

💖Practical tips:
1️⃣Big temperature difference between morning and evening in October, remember to bring a jacket
2️⃣Book ancient city inns 2 weeks in advance
3️⃣Recommend buying a bus card for convenient city transportation
4️⃣Prepare a 256G stomach capacity to eat all over Nanchong!

🔥Attraction Red and Black List:
Red List 🔴: Langzhong Ancient City > Xishan > Lingyun Mountain
Black List ⚫️: Avoid weekends at the museum due to crowds

Any questions, see you in the comments! Remember to like and save~✨

Post by Mr. Floy Thiel DDS | Oct 17, 2025

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