Location, accommodation & travel information

Venue

The Eighth International Symposium Frontiers in Polymer Science - will take place at Tianfu International Convention Center in Chengdu, China.

During your time at the symposium, you’ll also enjoy Sichuan cuisine, visit giant pandas, and explore the rich cultural heritage this dynamic city has to offer.

Accommodation

Please visit the link below to view options and book.

Book accommodation here

Address: 天府国际会议中心

Tianfu International Convention Center

中国·成都·天府新区·蜀州路3333号

No.3333,Shuzhou Road, Tianfu New Area Chengdu, China

Travel information

From Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Tianfu International Convention Center

Taxi

• Distance: ~30 km

• Estimated Fare: 80–120 CNY

• Duration: 40–50 minutes

Public Transportation (Metro + Taxi/Bus)

1. Take

   Metro Line 10

   from Shuangliu Airport (Terminal 1 or 2) to

   Taipingyuan Station

   (~10 CNY).

2. Transfer to

   Metro Line 7

   (loop line).

3. Get off at

   Tianfu New Area Station

   or nearest metro stop to Shuzhou Road (~6–10 CNY total metro fare).

4. Take a short taxi or bus ride to the convention center (taxi ~10–20 CNY).

Total public transport cost: Approx. 20–40 CNY Duration: About 1 hour (including transfers)

From Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Tianfu International Convention Center

Taxi

• Distance: ~20 km

• Estimated Fare: 50–80 CNY

• Duration: 30–40 minutes

Public Transportation (Shuttle + Metro + Taxi/Bus)

• Currently, direct metro service from Tianfu Airport to Tianfu New Area is limited; shuttle buses connect the airport to nearby metro stations.

• Typical route:

  1. Take an airport shuttle bus to

     Tianfu New Area Metro Station

     (check local schedules).

  2. From Tianfu New Area Station, take Metro Line 7 (loop line) if needed.

  3. Short taxi or bus ride to the convention center.

Estimated total cost: 15–30 CNY (shuttle + metro + taxi/bus) Duration: Approx. 40–60 minutes depending on connections

From Chengdu East Railway Station to Tianfu International Convention Center

Taxi

• Distance: ~20–25 km

• Estimated Fare: 50–80 CNY

• Duration: 30–40 minutes

Public Transportation (Metro + Taxi/Bus)

1. Take

   Metro Line 2

   from Chengdu East Railway Station to

   Chunxi Road Station

   (~4–6 CNY).

2. Transfer to

   Metro Line 7

   (loop line).

3. Get off at

   Tianfu New Area Station

   (~6–10 CNY total metro fare).

4. Take a short taxi or bus ride to the convention center (taxi ~10–20 CNY).

Total public transport cost: Approx. 20–35 CNY Duration: About 40–50 minutes

Chinese Visa

Please be aware that you may require a travel visa to enter China.

Please always check the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China website or the Chinese Visa Application Service Center website or with the Chinese Embassy in your country for the latest information on travel requirements to China.

• Unilateral Visa-Free Policy (Updated Feb 2026)

https://www.nia.gov.cn/n741440/n741577/c1731154/content.html

Please click here to download the Unilateral Visa-Free Policy document.

(downloadable file please find in a separate document)

• 240-Hour Transit Visa-Free Policy

https://www.nia.gov.cn/n741440/n741577/c1731205/content.html

https://en.nia.gov.cn/n147418/n147463/c183412/content.html (English Version)

Invitation Letter

While the conference team CANNOT arrange visas on your behalf, we are glad to help to issue an invitation letter for your visa application once you have completed your registration successfully.

If you require an official invitation letter to accompany your funding application or VISA application, please contact [email protected] at the conference office.

Notes:

• The local hosts of the conference (as a China registered company/institute) may be able to assist in providing a letter with a signature or red stamp, but this is NOT guaranteed and work as case by case. Please always check with us in advance if you require a stamped invitation letter for visa.

• Please note that we can NOT provide letters that contain the Personal ID card details of the signatory.

• Please note that we can NOT assist in providing PU/TE Invitation letters.

Things to know traveling to China

We understand the challenges you are facing when traveling to China, hopefully this will help you prepare your trip and make you feel less stressful.

Visa

Apply for the visa at least one month before your trip.

You may be eligible for 240 hours visa free entry, please find more information via link below:

Policy Interpretation, National Immigration Administration (nia.gov.cn)

Apps

Due to “The Great Firewall”, Google products (including Google app store), YouTube, Twitter, Vimeo, Facebook products, Instagram, etc. are blocked in China. Unless you have a VPN, these apps are not accessible in China. You can download a VPN on your device before traveling or explore a few Chinese apps instead.

Below are some of the popular apps that may help you plan your trip.

Accessibility

Elsevier Conferences Accessibility Policy

Please access our Accessibility policy and guidelines here

How to contact us to discuss any accessibility requirements

Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss any requirements or questions. The conference organizer will contact you directly to discuss further.

Please let us have the details of any specific requirements by 30 April 2026.

Conference Venue

Is there disabled parking?

No

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

No

Are there accessible elevators close to the conference rooms?

Yes, 1/2/3/6/7 elevator are accessible elevators

Are there accessible restrooms near the conference rooms (same floor/near accessible lifts?)

Yes, on the same floor as the conference rooms, and near the accessible lifts

Meeting rooms

All conference rooms in use are located on the same floor.

For any other information, please follow: https://www.wciexpo.com/

Catering: on request we can arrange for early access to the catering space/assistance with the collection of catering please contact us at [email protected]

Please contact us at[email protected] if you would like to have an orientation tour of the venue by 11 June 2026.

How to reach the venue and hotel

Accessible Travel Guide to Chengdu (For Disabled Attendees)

Chengdu offers a well-developed accessible environment for disabled conference attendees, with comprehensive barrier-free transport, venues, support services, and tech-driven tools, backed by strong policy and community support. Below is the key info, including contacts and useful links.

Transportation & Navigation

1. Metro: All stations have elevators, tactile paving, braille signs, and wheelchair-accessible boarding ramps; "爱心预约" (Love Reservation) service via 028-61638000, "成都地铁乘车码" WeChat mini-program, or "成都地铁运营" WeChat official account.

2. Bus: 4,000+ low-floor buses, priority seating, audio announcements, and guide dog access; accessible taxi fleet (book via Didi app’s "无障碍出行" section).

3. Airport: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport has dedicated check-in counters, wheelchair assistance (bookable via the airport app), and direct metro links to downtown; Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport offers similar services with metro Line 10 connections.

4. Smart Navigation: Use the "成都无障碍地图" (WeChat mini-program) for verified barrier-free routes and facility locations; Amap/Gaode integrate 800+ accessible points citywide.

Key Support & Tips

• On-site Services: Venues have accessible service centers, trained volunteers, and emergency call buttons; the "Chengdu Love Assistance" team provides on-demand help (dial 12345).

• Facility Bookings Reserve wheelchair seats or special services (e.g., sign language) via venue contacts or the 24/7 city hotline 12345.

  • Chengdu Disabled Persons’ Federation (updates on accessibility):

    https://www.cddpf.org.cn

  • Chengdu Government Online (barrier-free policies):

    https://www.chengdu.gov.cn

  • Chengdu Metro (accessibility guide):

    https://www.cdmetro.cn

• Useful Links:Emergency & Special Support

• Medical Aid: "成都市急救指挥中心无障碍急救服务平台" (WeChat mini-program) enables text-to-voice 120 calls for hearing impairments.

• Assistive Devices: Chengdu Disabled Persons’ Federation (028-8433 6789) offers subsidies for wheelchairs, AI glasses, and exoskeletons.

For any other information, please contact: [email protected]