Hongya Cave (Hongyadong) after dark
Skip the grueling 11-storey stair climb by entering from Cangbai Road, catch the golden lights at dusk, and find the best photo angles across the river.
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Top sights to see
Find the best viewpoints, riverside night scenes, and transit sights across Chongqing.
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Liziba Station: Chongqing's train through a building
Feel the thrill of gliding straight into an apartment block from inside the train, then head down to the street plaza to snap the iconic shot from below.
Ride above the Yangtze River
Soar 1.2 kilometres above river barges and bridges for panoramic skyline views, then step right into the cliffside teahouses of the south bank.
Chongqing Cyberpunk Guide: Night Views and Photo Spots
See Hongya Cave across the water, then pick a hill park or high deck for a different view of the city.
Ciqikou Ancient Town: quiet lanes, Baolun Temple and tea
Set aside half a day if you enjoy old wooden streets, temple carvings and tea by the river.
Museums and the city's story
See ancient river relics, yellow guild-hall courtyards and wartime air bases across central Chongqing.
Chongqing nightlife: choose your evening
Have dinner inside a real air-raid shelter, sip craft beer in a cave bar, or head across the river for skyline views and evening shows.
A Rainy Day in Chongqing: Museums, Warm Food and Indoor Walks
Turn a wet forecast into your best day out with free river history galleries, eye-catching contemporary art, and steaming hotpot in the city centre.
A day at Chongqing's hot springs
Soak by a scenic river gorge, stroll through an old stone village or stay the night at a quiet resort. Pick the right hot spring trip for your pace.
Chongqing Drone Show: Pick Your River View
Hundreds of lights dance where the two rivers meet. Pick your favorite riverbank, enjoy dinner nearby and check the show status before you leave.
Old streets and teahouses: a slower day in Chongqing
Take time for carved wooden stages, neighbourhood shops and a slow bowl of tea.
Immersive shows and banquets: choose your Chongqing evening
Find a show worth your evening, then choose the right ticket.
Luohan Temple: Roof Views, Arhats and Vegetarian Lunch
See ancient rock carvings and gilded halls tucked between skyscrapers, then stay for a free communal vegetarian lunch.
Walk Chongqing’s multi-level streets without doubling back
Save time and avoid unnecessary uphill climbs on a downhill route from Jiefangbei to Hongyadong by the river.
Chongqing's 24-hour spas: Qianxi and Golden Lakeside
Take a hot bath, eat and lie down before your hotel room is ready.
Best Chongqing Clubs and 9th Street Bars: 10 Curated Picks
Spots we love, from live jazz and dark techno floors to hip-hop parties and cocktails.
Chongqing night cruise: tickets, decks and boarding
See Hongya Cave, lit bridges and the river junction from the water in a single evening.
Book a photoshoot in Chongqing
Get portraits that suit your style, from everyday couple photos to neon night streets.
Gyms for a short stay in Chongqing
Keep your training routine with a single workout or a short pass close to the metro.
Running, casual sports and cycling in Chongqing
Keep your regular workout routine with flat riverside trails, pickup games and scenic cycling routes.
Chongqing Zoo: pandas and a morning route
Start near the metro, spend time with the pandas, and choose how far to walk after a café break.