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Mianyang绵阳
Spend 1–2 days in Mianyang: see People's Park, Tie Niu Square and Fu Le Shan Park, then catch a bus to Beichuan Qiangcheng for a half‑day day‑trip.
Mianyang is Sichuan’s second‑largest city, a transport hub with rail and air links to major Chinese cities. Its compact centre lets you walk most attractions in a few hours, while nearby nature and cultural sites are reachable by short bus rides, making a 1‑2‑day stay sufficient for a quick look.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- CNY
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, rainy)
- Airport
- MIG
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- China ↗Most nationalities need a visa, a unilateral visa-free entry (the list and end dates change) or the transit exemption below. Confirm your route on the official sites before you buy a ticket.
- China ↗Transit stay without a visa: up to 240 hours (10 days) for citizens of about 55 listed countries who pass through China to a third country or region, with a confirmed onward ticket and a stay inside the permitted area (Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei count as one area). It replaced the 144-hour rule in December 2024, which some older pages still quote. Use the transit lane at immigration, show the onward ticket, and check the current nationality list. Hong Kong and Macau count as separate regions; check whether your ticket qualifies.
- China ↗Foreign visitors must register their address with the police within 24 hours; hotels do it at check-in with your passport. Carry the original passport at all times: hotels, trains, museums, Tiananmen Square and police checks ask for it.
- China ↗Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay with a foreign card before you fly. QR payment is the default in shops, taxis and many stalls, and some places refuse cash or a foreign card. Carry cash as a backup.
- China ↗Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and many news sites are blocked. Use an eSIM with roaming (it routes through your home network) or install and test a VPN before you fly; VPN sites and app stores are hard to reach inside China, and only government-approved VPNs are officially permitted.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Mianyang110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Mianyang, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Alipay and WeChat Pay accept Visa, Mastercard, JCB and Amex cards; single payments over ¥200 (≈ US$30) carry a fee of about 3% on a foreign card (smaller ones…China-wide
- SIM or eSIMA roaming eSIM from outside China routes traffic through its home network, so Google, WhatsApp and Instagram work without a VPN — the simplest setup.China-wide
- Tap waterNot for drinking from the tap; bottled water ¥2–5 (≈ under US$1), and kettles and free bottles in hotel rooms.China-wide
- TippingRestaurants: No tip; upmarket hotels add 10–15% service.China-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/C/I. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): fits. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.China-wide
- SafetyMianyang is generally safe; keep an eye on crowded buses and carry your ID; night‑time streets are well lit.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are frequent and free; squat toilets outside hotels and malls.China-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire · 120 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums and palaces close on Mondays; the Forbidden City too (outside holidays).China-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMIG Mianyang South Suburban Airport (Class 4D, military‑civilian joint use; flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Kunming, Hangzhou.).
- Getting aroundLocal buses cost ¥2 (≈ under US$1) per ride; metered taxis start at ¥6 (≈ under US$1) flag fee, ¥12–18 (≈ US$2–3) for a 10 km (6.2 mi) trip.Local buses cost ¥2 (≈ under US$1) per ride; metered taxis start at ¥6 (≈ under US$1) flag fee, ¥12–18 (≈ US$2–3) for a 6.2 mi (10 km) trip.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet food snack¥5–¥15 (≈ US$1–3)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (10 km (6.2 mi))Taxi (6.2 mi (10 km))¥12–18 (≈ US$2–3)
- Metro or bus rideBus ride¥2 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedBudget hotel single, a night, per personCN¥120 (≈ US$17)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range double room, a night, per roomCN¥380 (≈ US$55)
- High-end bedMid‑range double room, a night, per roomCN¥560 (≈ US$80)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget CN¥250 (≈ US$35) · Mid CN¥450 (≈ US$65) · High CN¥800 (≈ US$120)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MIG Mianyang South Suburban Airport (Class 4D, military‑civilian joint use; flights to Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Kunming, Hangzhou.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Feb
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Mar
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Nov
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Dec
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C) low), wettest Jul (20 rain days), driest Dec (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Mianyang: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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Feb
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
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Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
12 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
14 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
16 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
18 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
20 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
19 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
15 rd
Oct
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
11 rd
Nov
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Local buses cost ¥2 per ride; metered taxis start at ¥6 flag fee, ¥12–18 for a 10 km trip. Most sights are 5–15 min walk from the park area.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Beichuan Qiangcheng Tourism Zone
goDoor to door: ≈2 h round‑trip
Bus from Mianyang Bus Terminal, every 10 min; ~1 h ride.
Visit earthquake memorials and Qiang folk museum; entrance free.
Wanglang National Nature Reserve (Pingwu)
cautionDoor to door: ≈8 h round‑trip
Direct shuttle bus from Mianyang Bus Terminal, every 30 min; 3.5–4 h drive.
Long travel; consider overnight if you want wildlife watching.
Jiuhuang Mountain Scenic Area
goDoor to door: ≈3 h round‑trip
Bus 22 from city centre to Xianhai, then transfer; ~30 min total.
Entrance ¥180–¥280; cableway and hot springs available.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
City‑centre budget hotel
Within 5 min walk of People's Park; good for 1 night.
Mid‑range hotel near Railway Station
Close to train and bus terminals; convenient for day‑trips.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ¥250–¥350 (≈ US$35–50) excl. bed
- Mid
- ¥450–¥600 (≈ US$65–85) excl. bed
- High
- ¥800 (≈ US$120)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range double room1 × 1 night × CN¥380 | CN¥380 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × CN¥450 | CN¥450 |
| Local bus day pass1 × CN¥10 · check | CN¥10 |
| Taxi flag fee (first ride)1 × CN¥6 · check | CN¥6 |
| eSIM 7‑day data1 × CN¥30 · check | CN¥30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | CN¥88 |
| Trip total≈ CN¥964 per person per day, bed included | CN¥964≈ US$140 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Bus ride | ¥2 (≈ under US$1) |
| Taxi (10 km) | ¥12–18 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Street food snack | ¥5–¥15 (≈ US$1–3) |
| Bowl of rice vermicelli | ¥10–¥20 (≈ US$2–3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Science City is closed to most foreigners; no entry without special clearance.
- Buses can be crowded at lunch and weekend peaks.
- Winter can be cold and dry; pack a warm jacket.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire
- 119
- Ambulance
- 120
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire119
- Ambulance120
Embassy
US consulate in Chengdu (check address); other embassies in Beijing.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- MIG → City centre (taxi): ≈ ¥70, 30 min (check)
- Mianyang Railway Station → Bus Terminal: ¥2 (≈ under US$1) by bus, 10 min walk
Say or show
- 你好 — Hello (nǐ hǎo)
- 谢谢 — Thank you (xièxiè)
- 多少钱？ — How much? (duōshǎo qián?)
- 公交站在哪里？ — Where is the bus stop? (gōngjiāo zhàn zài nǎlǐ?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Mianyang. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, rainy) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport‑to‑hotel contract for MIG: check train schedules, taxi fallback.
- Walking clusters: People's Park, Tie Niu Square, Fu Le Shan Park, Railway Station.
Sources
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