First time in Chongqing? This is what you shoud know

Chongqing has become an increasingly popular destination in China for both domestic and international tourists. This unique megalopolis boasts unbelievable topography and a mind-blowing urban landscape 🤯—a must-see at least once in a lifetime. However, bear in mind that the city is home to around 32 million residents, and peak-season visitors can swell that number by over a million, making key areas extremely crowded, especially in the evenings. If possible, avoid visiting during Chinese national holidays for a more comfortable experience.

Next is a 3-day itinerary that captures the essence of Chongqing:

~Day 1~
Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street ➡️ Shibati Tradition Townscape ➡️ Tongyuanmen City Wall ➡️ Mountain City Trail.

These places are all walking distance from each other. And don't be afraid to explore narrow alleys and passages. That's the way to discover something amazing!
📍Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street. Linjiangmen or Jiaochangkou metro station (line 2). This is a bustling commercial street. Check out Park 108 (underground shopping mall) for food and brand stores.
📍Shibati Tradition Townscape. Enjoy a nice cup of coffee or tea at the many tea houses.
📍Tongyuanmen City Wall. You can climb the wall for free. It's not very long but you get a good sense of the city's crazy topography.
📍Mountain City Trail. Enjoy the evening views from here. There are many food stalls where you can have a snack.

~Day 2~
Chongqing People's Auditorium ➡️ Liziba Station ➡️ Arhat Temple ➡️ Hongya Cave

📍Chongqing People's Auditorium. The Metro station has the same name (line 10).
📍Liziba station (line 2) .
📍Arhat Temple. Xiaoshizi metro station (line 1).
📍Hongya Cave. Cross the bridge to fully appreciate it 🌉 .

~Day 3~
Kuixing Building ➡️ Chongqing Changjiang Cableway ➡️ Longmenhao Old Street ➡️ Xiahaoli

📍Kuixing building.
Near Linjiangmen metro station. You're on ground level and the 22nd floor at the same time 🤯🤣
📍Longmenhao and Xiaohaoli. They're right next to each other on the other side of the river (cross the Changjiang or Yangtze River).