What to do in Chongqing

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Things to do

Chongqing: Guided City Walking Private Tour in English or Spanish

Chongqing: Guided City Walking Private Tour in English or Spanish

฿3,613
per traveller
Chongqing: Guided City Walking Private Tour in English or Spanish
Chongqing Cloud Eye Ticket with 6 Hour AI City Guide

Chongqing Cloud Eye Ticket with 6 Hour AI City Guide

฿420
per adult
Chongqing Cloud Eye Ticket with 6 Hour AI City Guide
Premium Chongqing Private Tours: Highlights, Night View or Cruise

Premium Chongqing Private Tours: Highlights, Night View or Cruise

฿334
per adult
Premium Chongqing Private Tours: Highlights, Night View or Cruise
From Chongqing: 816 Project and Wuling Mountain Day Trip

From Chongqing: 816 Project and Wuling Mountain Day Trip

฿4,407
per adult
From Chongqing: 816 Project and Wuling Mountain Day Trip
From Chongqing: Wulong Fairy Mountain & Sinkhole day trip

From Chongqing: Wulong Fairy Mountain & Sinkhole day trip

฿3,720
per adult
From Chongqing: Wulong Fairy Mountain & Sinkhole day trip
Chongqing 1949 Ticket Epic Historical Spectacle

Chongqing 1949 Ticket Epic Historical Spectacle

฿1,371
per adult
Chongqing 1949 Ticket Epic Historical Spectacle
Chongqing Jiefangbei 90 Minutes Foot and Body Massage Spa

Chongqing:90 Minutes Foot and Body Massage Spa

฿1,970
per adult
Chongqing:90 Minutes Foot and Body Massage Spa
Chongqing join-in day Tour: Monorail, Culture & Night View

Chongqing join-in day Tour: Monorail, Culture & Night View

฿3,305
per adult
Chongqing join-in day Tour: Monorail, Culture & Night View
Chinese calligraphy experience

Chinese calligraphy experience

฿1,402
per adult
Chinese calligraphy experience
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Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street

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The Liberation Monument anchors Chongqing's bustling commercial heart, blending history with modern urban energy. Explore luxury boutiques and savour local cuisine while enjoying dazzling evening light displays.
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Jeifangbei Central Business District

Discover Jeifangbei Central Business District, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in Jeifangbei Central Business District include People's Liberation Monument and Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Linjiangmen Station.

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Yuzhong

Yuzhong is well liked for its mountain views and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, People's Liberation Monument and Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qixingkou Station or Jiaochangkou Station to get around.

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Jiang Bei

The restaurants and shopping are just a few things visitors like about Jiang Bei. Chaotianmen Square and Chongqing Grand Theatre are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Luqi Station or Guoyuan Logistics Hub Station to get around the larger area.

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Nan An

Get to know Nan An and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Nanshan Mountain and Yangtze, and you can jump on the metro at Changshengqiao Station or Qiujiawan Station to get around the city.

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Yubei

Check out the museums while you're in Yubei. Hop on the metro at Jurenba Station and Lianhua Station to see top sights like Yangtze and Bijin Park.

Day trip destinations from Chongqing

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Luzhou

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Nanchong

Towering limestone cliffs with dense forest vegetation.

Zhangjiajie

A mountainous landscape with dense green forests and rocky cliffs.

Shiyan

A traditional Chinese building complex by a lake with a mountain backdrop.

Xiangxi

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Tongren

Frequently asked questions

Is Chongqing worth visiting?
Renowned for its culture and history, finding awesome things to do in Chongqing is a cinch. Remember to add Hongyadong to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Chongqing?
After you've visited key attractions like Hongyadong and Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, spend the rest of your day enjoying Chongqing's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Chongqing?
The top tourist attraction in Chongqing is Hongyadong, so be sure to put it on your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Chongqing?
Three days will give you time to check out many city sights, including Hongyadong, Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street and Chongqing Grand Theatre. The average stay in Chongqing is three days. If you feel the urge to extend your getaway, Jiulongpo isn't far away.
Is Chongqing a walkable city?
Some top sights in Chongqing, such as Chongqing Zoo and Three Gorges Museum, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 5 kilometres from the city centre of Chongqing is Shangqing Temple and Daping is 0.32 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Chongqing with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with tiny adventurers or thrill-loving teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Check out our ideas for what to do in Chongqing with kids.
What to do in Chongqing for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Chongqing, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Guan Yin Qiao Pedestrian Street or Great Hall of the People.
Are there free things to do in Chongqing?
One of the simplest ways to discover free things to do in Chongqing is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can enjoy without reaching for your wallet. Hongyadong is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.