Easy plans in the city
Leave room between sightseeing and dinner for a performance, an art stop, or a walk down an old street.
Riverfront drone show
Oct 24, 2026 & Oct 31, 202620:30–20:50
Build an easy evening around the river. Nanbin Road gives you room for dinner and a river walk. Chaotianmen works well right after Raffles City. Arrive on the side of the river where you plan to eat, so you can walk straight to dinner after the show without crossing the water.
Crafts and living traditions at Chongqing Art Museum
Oct 13 – Nov 15, 2026
Free entry
Look closely at detailed embroidery, lacquer work, and handmade ceramics. It makes a calm indoor stop right by Jiefangbei, fitting smoothly between lunch and your evening plans.
Longgupo archaeology at Three Gorges Museum
Oct 13, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027
Free entry
See fossils and stone artefacts in 龙骨坡的故事：“巫山人”考古探秘, then continue through the museum’s regular galleries. This free exhibition makes an indoor stop for visitors interested in archaeology.
Mountains and rivers at Three Gorges Museum
Oct 13, 2026 – Jan 17, 2027
Free entry
Old paintings, historical items, and vintage photographs show the story of the river landscape. Combine this special gallery with the main museum halls for a quiet rainy-day visit.
Chongqing Art Museum collection exhibition
Oct 13 – Dec 31, 2026
Free entry
This quiet gallery visit fits neatly into an afternoon around Jiefangbei. Enjoy the artworks at your own pace, then head out for street snacks on Bayi Road or a walk by the river.
Chongqing 1949 theatre
Year-round experience
Chongqing 1949 theatre Choose a seat for the rotating historical drama, then spend the afternoon in Ciqikou.
Liyan Baguo banquet
Year-round experience
Price CNY 312 (≈ USD 47 ≈ USD 47)
Liyan Baguo banquet Pair courtyard games and optional costume photos with a meal and stage show.
Qingyu Banquet
Year-round experience
Price CNY 288 (≈ USD 43 ≈ USD 43)
Qingyu Banquet Visit the Yongle market before a court-style meal with dances between courses.
Yangtze River acrobatics
Year-round experience
Yangtze River acrobatics Choose aerial acrobatics and broad river imagery, then travel from Danzishi by taxi.
Autumn colour and winter days out
The best day trips give you time to enjoy one spot. Choose a mountain walk, a river trip, or a country feast.
Jinfo Mountain autumn pass
Oct 13 – Dec 31, 2026
Price CNY 198 (≈ USD 30 ≈ USD 30)
This pass works well if you want to ride the cableway and take in mountain views alongside another stop in Nanchuan. Pick one main mountain area for your trip instead of rushing through every sight on the pass.
Village pork feasts in Nanchuan
November 2026
Come for a village pork feast: hot dishes on shared tables and a slower pace than city dining. Go with friends who enjoy a long lunch, and ask your stay or host to help arrange a local meal.
Wushan red leaves and a gorge boat trip
November 2026 & December 2026
Bright red leaves on steep gorge cliffs are the main draw. Stay overnight, ride a boat along the river, and sit down for local Wushan grilled fish. Taking two days gives you a relaxing trip instead of a tiring rush back to the city.
A winter mountain day at Xiannvshan or Jinfo
December 2026 & January 2027
Visit Fairy Mountain or Jinfo Mountain for highland scenery and fresh mountain air. Choose one mountain for your trip, wear warm layers, and plan your route around the cableway or park trails. The December guide helps you pick the mountain that best suits your travel group.
Warm baths and hands-on local life
These trips are great choices when you want a slower pace away from the city centre.
Tongjing hot springs beside the gorge
Year-round experience
Pick Tongjing when soaking in warm mineral water is your main goal. Outdoor pools set along the river make a lovely cool-weather break. Stay overnight nearby for a slow dinner and an easy end to the day.
Jingangbei village and a warm bath
Year-round experience
Pick Jingangbei for old stone paths, a slow lunch, and a relaxing warm soak. It is ideal for couples and friends who like exploring on foot. The village has many stone steps, so check the path to your room if you stay overnight.
Rongchang pottery and summer cloth
Year-round experience
Try your hand at shaping clay and watch master craftspeople work. Spend your morning with pottery in Antao, then view traditional summer cloth or stroll through Wanling Ancient Town. Focus on one main craft workshop to keep your trip relaxed.