Chongqing Travel Guide
A Chongqing guide for hotpot, 3D city terrain, night views, the Yangtze, and bold Sichuan-adjacent food.
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Best for
- Hotpot
- Night views
- Yangtze River
- 3D city terrain
Where to stay
First-time visitors should prioritize metro access, central neighborhoods, and easy airport or station transfers. Good starter areas include Jiefangbei, Hongyadong, Nan Shan, Ciqikou old town.
Starter itinerary
- Day 1: Jiefangbei, Hongyadong, and a night view across the river.
- Day 2: Ciqikou old town, Eling Park, and hotpot night.
- Day 3: Yangtze cableway or a day trip to the Dazu Rock Carvings.
Transport
Chongqing's hilly terrain makes metro routing unusual. Use ride-hailing for hilly transfers and check exit numbers carefully.
Food to try
- Hotpot
- Spicy noodles
- Grilled fish
- Jianghu cuisine