Overview
Chengdu Sunac Cultural Tourism City is a sprawling integrated resort located in Dujiangyan, just outside Chengdu’s urban core. Designed as a modern lifestyle hub, it seamlessly merges entertainment, culture, dining, shopping, and accommodation into a single immersive experience. Catering to families, thrill-seekers, and cultural explorers alike, the complex features three major attractions: Sunac Land (a Sichuan-themed amusement park), Sunac Snow World (an indoor ski and snow play zone), and Sunac Water World (a Himalayan-inspired aquatic paradise). With over 4,400 live performances annually, cutting-edge rides, and year-round climate-controlled environments, it offers consistent fun regardless of season or weather.
Sunac Land – A Celebration of Sichuan Heritage
Sunac Land is not your typical theme park—it’s a vibrant storytelling canvas rooted in the rich tapestry of Sichuanese history and folklore. The park unfolds across six elaborately themed zones: Tianfu Shua Du (celebrating Chengdu’s laid-back “slow life” culture), Shu-Han Fengyun (inspired by the Three Kingdoms era and local heroes like Zhuge Liang), Zang-Qiang Mystery (highlighting the ethnic cultures of Tibetan and Qiang minorities in western Sichuan), Starlight Legend (a futuristic sci-fi adventure), Enchanted Garden (a whimsical floral fantasyland), and Pet Town (home to over 1,400 friendly animals). Visitors can enjoy more than 30 large-scale rides, including seven headline attractions like high-speed coasters and immersive dark rides. The park also boasts five live stage shows, two high-tech theaters featuring multimedia spectacles, and seven themed restaurants serving authentic Sichuan flavors with a playful twist. Every element—from architecture to costumes—reflects meticulous attention to regional identity, making it both entertaining and culturally enriching.
Sunac Snow World – Skiing All Year Round
One of China’s largest indoor ski resorts, Sunac Snow World maintains a constant -5°C year-round, allowing guests to ski or play in real snow 365 days a year. The facility is divided into two main areas: the Ski Zone and the Snow Play Zone. The Ski Zone features seven professionally graded slopes—three beginner runs, one intermediate, one advanced, a dedicated snowboard park, and a teaching slope for novices. At 380 meters long with a 60-meter vertical drop, it offers a surprisingly authentic alpine experience despite being indoors. Meanwhile, the Snow Play Zone is perfect for families and casual visitors, offering ice bumper cars, snow tubing, spinning snow saucers, snow tanks, and beautifully sculpted ice castles and snow plazas ideal for photos. Note that while Sunac Land offers discounts for children, seniors, and military personnel, these policies do not currently apply to Snow World.
Sunac Water World – Alpine-Themed Aquatic Escape
Inspired by the majestic Gongga Snow Mountain and traditional Qiang ethnic architecture, Sunac Water World blends adrenaline-pumping water slides with relaxing hot spring-style soaking pools. The park features nine major water attractions—including high-speed flumes, family raft rides, and wave pools—alongside 27 therapeutic hot spring pools infused with minerals and set amid lush landscaping. Whether you’re seeking heart-racing thrills or a serene soak after a day of skiing or roller coasters, this tropical-meets-alpine oasis delivers a refreshing contrast to the other zones.
Accommodation & Integrated Experience
The resort includes multiple on-site hotels ranging from luxury to family-friendly options, allowing guests to extend their stay and fully immerse themselves in the “all-ages, all-family, all-scenario” tourism concept. Dining choices span from quick-service Sichuan street food stalls to upscale banquet halls, while retail outlets offer everything from local handicrafts to branded merchandise. Nightly parades, seasonal festivals (like Lunar New Year celebrations or summer light shows), and interactive animal encounters ensure there’s always something new to discover.
Visitor Experience & Accessibility
Located approximately 60 kilometers from downtown Chengdu, the resort is easily reachable by car or public transport (including tourist shuttles from Chunxi Road). While signage is primarily in Chinese, staff at key service points often speak basic English, and digital translation tools are recommended for non-Mandarin speakers. Stroller and wheelchair rentals are available, and most attractions are designed with family accessibility in mind. Given its scale, planning your route in advance—especially if visiting multiple zones in one day—is highly advised.