Highlight
This tour is ideal for first-time visitors with limited time in Chongqing.
It includes the most viral spots on social media, unique driving experiences, iconic public transportation methods, stunning views, and vibrant commercial areas that showcase the essence of Chongqing.
Includes
Local guide service
Private car service
Guide Only vs. Private Car: What’s the Difference?
- Taking public transportation is a great way to experience the city. You can also call taxis/didi (fare not included, around CNY20-30 every ride)
- It's more premium and private to have a private car,and also experience the modern Chinese EVs.
- For families or groups more than 4, we offer 7-seat or 9-seat MPVs, larger vehicles upon request.
Itinerary
1.Kuixinglou Tower
2.Jiefangbei(liberation monument)
3.Underground Ring Road(Only for Private car version)
4.Liziba
5.E'ling Park
6.Crown Escalator & Demolished Train Station
7.Sujiaba Overpass and Tongyuanju Observation Deck
8.Xiahaoli
9.Diamond Plaza for Hongya cave nightview
Optional: Choose 1–2 from the following options
Zhongshan Fourth Road Cliffside Path
Chaotianmen/Raffles City
Nanbin Road
Deyi World
Drone Night Viewing Spot
Itinerary
Kuixinglou Tower – The 8D City Viewpoint
Start your adventure at Kuixinglou, a spot that shows off Chongqing’s famous “8D city” charm. Here, you’ll see how skyscrapers rise from hillsides and roads twist through layers of the mountain city. It’s the best place to understand why Chongqing feels like a real-life maze.
Jiefangbei(liberation monument)
Make a stop at Jiefangbei, the vibrant heart of Chongqing’s downtown. Towering buildings, neon lights, and crowds of shoppers fill the air with energy. Once a wartime monument, it has transformed into a symbol of the city’s modern rhythm—where history, nightlife, and city views all collide in one dazzling square.
Chaotianmen Wholesale market area & Raffles city
Chaotianmen Wholesale Market is also worth exploring. As a port city, Chongqing has always been an important trade center. The scene of busy workers delivering goods forms a contrast with the fancy Raffles City in the distance, which is very cyberpunk style.
Liziba Monorail Station – Metro Through the Building Hop on the metro and ride to Liziba Station, where the train dramatically passes through the middle of a high-rise apartment. At night, the glowing windows and neon lights add a cyberpunk feeling you won’t find anywhere else in the world.
E'ling Park
Take a break at E’ling Park, one of Chongqing’s most peaceful hilltop escapes. From its viewing tower, you can see the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers winding through the city’s layered skyline. Paths lined with bamboo and pavilions offer a quiet contrast to downtown’s chaos—a perfect spot to breathe, sip tea, and watch the mountain city unfold beneath you.
Crown Escalator & Demolished Train Station
Built in 1996, the Crown Escalator is 112 meters long with a vertical rise of about 52 meters. Slowly moving through the enclosed passage, it reveals Chongqing not at once, but layer by layer.
The escalator was created to connect the steep height difference between Lianglukou and Caiyuanba Railway Station, which was once one of the city’s most important transport hubs. For decades, countless residents passed through here every day, making the escalator a deeply rooted memory for many Chongqing locals. Even today, it remains part of daily life, still used by residents on their everyday commute.
Sujiaba Overpass
Glide past the Sujiaba Overpass, a masterpiece of Chongqing’s layered engineering. With roads weaving above and below like ribbons in the air, it’s a true showcase of the city’s “mountain maze” design. Standing here, you can watch cars flow through multiple levels at once—a surreal sight that feels more like a sci-fi movie than everyday traffic.
Xiahaoli & Longmenhao Old Street
Perched along the riverside and built into the hillside, Xiahaoli & Longmenhao Old Street offer a charming glimpse into Chongqing’s past and present. Once part of the city’s historic port-opening era, Xiahaoli has transformed into a lively, commercialized old neighborhood that still retains its unique character. Today, the area is filled with cozy cafés, trendy restaurants, and creative boutiques, making it a perfect place for a relaxed stroll. As night falls, the streets light up beautifully, turning the riverside into one of Chongqing’s most iconic spots for evening views and photography.
Diamond Plaza for Hongya cave nightview
No trip to Chongqing is complete without a stop at Hongya Cave. At night, the wooden stilt houses light up like a glowing fairytale castle on the riverside. It’s the most photographed landmark in the city, perfect for your postcard-worthy shots.
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