Chongqing is a city where mountains and rivers intertwine, rich in cultural heritage. Below is a travel guide for Chongqing:
**3-Day Essential City Tour**
**• Day 1:** Jiefangbei - Shibati - Shanchengxiang - Baixiangju - Yangtze River Cableway - Longmenhao Old Street - One Tree on Nanshan Mountain 🌲
🌞 **Morning:** Upon arrival in Chongqing, head first to Jiefangbei, the city's landmark and largest commercial district, where you can experience the bustling atmosphere and savor local snacks from nearby food streets 🍜. Then, take a walk to Shibati Traditional Style District, a place filled with Chongqing locals' emotions and nostalgic memories, also a filming location for the movie *I Belonged to You*, offering an authentic glimpse of old Chongqing.
[Sunrise] **Afternoon:** Walk from Shibati to Shanchengxiang, where ancient houses, weathered walls, and blue stone steps transport you back a century. Next, visit Baixiangju, a historic residential building and an excellent spot for photographing the Yangtze River Cableway. Then, take the cableway to experience authentic Chongqing and enjoy the stunning views along both riverbanks. After exiting the cableway’s south station, walk to Longmenhao Old Street, the best-preserved and largest historical and cultural old street in downtown Chongqing, bearing traces of its former Western-influenced culture.
[CityNight] **Evening:** Head to the One Tree on Nanshan Mountain observation deck 🏕️, one of the best spots to admire Chongqing’s nightscape, offering a panoramic view of the Yuzhong Peninsula and the glittering riverside scenery.
**• Day 2:** Chongqing People's Grand Hall - China Three Gorges Museum - Zhongshan 4th Road - Luohan Temple - Daijia Lane - Hongya Cave - Two Rivers Cruise
⛪️ **Morning:** Visit the Chongqing People's Grand Hall, a building with ethnic architectural style and one of the city’s key landmarks. Then, proceed to the China Three Gorges Museum, which houses a vast collection of cultural relics and artworks showcasing the history, culture, and natural scenery of the Three Gorges region. Stroll along Zhongshan 4th Road, where historical sites like Zhou Enlai’s Residence, Wang Qi Art Museum, and Guiyuan Garden exude a strong cultural ambiance.
◦ **Afternoon:** Visit Luohan Temple to experience the blend of modernity and tradition. Then, explore Daijia Lane and walk along the cliffside trail to fully immerse yourself in Chongqing’s magical three-dimensional terrain. In the evening, head to Hongya Cave to admire its unique Bayu-style stilted houses, where the night view resembles scenes from *Spirited Away*. Later, take a Two Rivers Cruise to enjoy the illuminated sights along the riverbanks, including Hongya Cave, Chongqing Grand Theatre, and Qiansimen Bridge.
**• Day 3:** Liziba - Eling 2nd Factory - Banshan Cliff Trail - Hongyan Village - Raffles City [Exploration Deck·Observation Platform]
◦ **Morning:** Check out Chongqing’s most viral landmark—Liziba’s "Monorail Through the Building"—and snap some fun photos. Then, hike along the mountain city’s roads, passing historical relics like Juelu ("Little Yellow Building") and the Stilwell Museum. Next, visit the Eling 2nd Factory Cultural and Creative Park, a popular spot thanks to the movie *I Belonged to You*, featuring creative shops and artistic 🥳 installations.
◦ **Afternoon:** Explore the Banshan Cliff Trail, where you can take photos at the "Forbidden City Red Wall," Guanyue Temple, and the "Train to Spring" scenery. Then, visit Hongyan Village to experience the "Hongyan Spirit." Finally, head to Raffles City’s [Exploration Deck·Observation Platform] for a bird’s-eye view of the rivers, bridges, and the stunning mountain cityscape.
Very busy and lasts approx 40 mins. My recommendation, go to top deck and pay 100rmb (at time of writing) for private access to front and back of ship. You get best views, seating , free fruit and tea, private photographer takes one photo and best views on the ship.
The Chongqing Two Rivers Cruise is an absolute must-do, and the VIP ticket is worth every penny. We were treated to complimentary fresh fruits, small cakes, snacks, water, and tea, which was a lovely touch.The biggest advantage was the exclusive VIP access to the front and back decks of the ship. These areas provided breathtaking, unobstructed views of the magical city skyline, allowing for perfect photos without the crowds.I took the first evening cruise around 7:20 PM, and it was pleasantly uncrowded. However, when we returned to the pier, the waiting line was huge. To avoid long waits, definitely aim for the first or an early departure. The schedule seems flexible; boats just depart as they fill up after the first run. This was the perfect way to see Chongqing's spectacular lights. Highly recommended!
- 景观丰富独特:重庆两江游可让游客尽览两江四岸美景,有高低参差的独特地貌、古今建筑鳞次栉比。如来福士广场的现代都市霸气、洪崖洞宛如《千与千寻》奇幻世界的吊脚楼群,还有长江索道、重庆大剧院、湖广会馆等,构成了立体的城市景观画卷。 - 游览体验多样:不仅有单纯的观光体验,还融入了文化元素。如“长航朝天星河”轮打造的沉浸式巴渝文化展演,包括川剧变脸、国风舞蹈等,还有长江上首个“水上邮局”,丰富了游客的体验。- 游船设施完善:游船硬件配套服务能力不断提升,如“长航朝天星河”轮应用多项顶尖科技、防震减噪和环保新技术,设有餐饮包间、宽敞客厅,可承办水上会议、婚礼等;交运明珠号全船客区无遮挡玻璃幕墙,顶层有近600平米观景甲板。- 夜景魅力十足:重庆夜景闻名天下,两江游将山水与夜景结合,乘船夜游,两岸灯火通明,星月华灯倒影水中,江风轻拂,让人仿佛在星河中畅游,是了解和欣赏重庆的最佳窗口之一。
Chongqing Liangjiang Tour is the most comfortable and fastest way to visit the bustling Liangjiang scenery. By boat, you can travel by day or at night, and the night tour is more charming.
At dusk, chase the red sun, go to the river heart to see the sunset dyed red sparkle, before the night falls, rush to a sunset appointment. No view of the night view, not to Chongqing, at night, Chongqing is gradually awakening, the lights are on, the whole city is bright, from the two rivers to see the four banks, as if in the arms of neon. Take the river up, like a swim in the gorgeous galaxy, the undulating building reflection fell into the water, thousands of lights gathered into the river on the world, all in the two rivers.
There are nine piers for night cruises. Each pier is different and the fares are different. The face value of the tickets we bought is 158, because we live in Yubei District and are far away. The travel agency that I found is 100 yuan to and from, not according to the fare. I heard that this 158 ticket seems to be bought on the spot for seven or eighty yuan. It is best to consult in advance before buying. Our boat on the top of the number five is the Queen of the Golden Bie. There are seats on the boat, but in the morning, the evening is gone. The top floor is VIP, you need to add 60 yuan, it feels unnecessary, there is a free performance on the ship, we just happened to meet the evolving face, not bad. It is best not to eat things on the ship, too expensive, a fruit platter costs 48 yuan. The boat journey is about 1 hour, and the night view on both sides of the Straits is still very beautiful, especially near Chaotianmen Wharf and Hongyadong Commercial Street. You can also see the Yangtze River cableway that quickly crossed the sky. When you come to Chongqing, you must see the night view on the Jialing River and the Yangtze River. The price is not too expensive, and it is worth seeing.
Chongqing Liangjiang Night Tour is still very recommended. I bought a ferry ticket on a certain treasure. The lowest price in history. The locals said that it is impossible to be so low. 32 yuan per person. (Manjiang Tour) boats are divided into many kinds and the price is different. But I think it is not necessary to buy expensive. Because the scenery you see is the same anyway! It is recommended to go by boat early, you can choose an excellent location, about 50 minutes, the night view is really beautiful!
How can I not take a two-river cruise to Chongqing? Tickets bought in Trip.com , Manjianghong Cruise Ship is 40 per person, take the place at the four piers of Jiefangbei, and travel along the Jialing River and the Yangtze River. The time is about forty minutes. The night view on both sides of the Straits is beautiful. The night view of Chongqing is one of Chongqing's business cards. The high-rise buildings set off by the terrain are more majestic and great.