Mountain City Layers of Light and Shadow—A Two-Day Full Journey in Chongqing D1

Itinerary Overview
Guanyin Street → (Walk) Beicang Cultural and Creative Park → Beicheng Tianjie → Take Metro Line 3 (Guanyinqiao (Exit 5) to Niujiaotuo) [towards Yudong] and transfer to Line 2 (Niujiaotuo to Liziba (Exit 2)) [towards Yudong] → E’ling Second Factory → Take Metro Line 2 (Liziba (Exit 2) to Linjiangmen (Exit 2)) [towards Jiaochangkou] → 18 Stairs → Mountain City Trail → (Taxi) Stay at Guanyin Street (and optionally visit Jiujie Bar Street)

Highlights
Beicang Cultural and Creative Park: A creative space transformed from old warehouses, combining coffee shops, design brands, and exhibition spaces. A great spot to experience Chongqing's innovative energy, especially for photography in the soft morning light. (Photos 3-4)

Liziba: Famous for the light rail passing through a building. After getting off, ignore the signs saying "Scenic Platform This Way" as they lead to commercial shops. Instead, go directly to the first floor and cross the street to reach the scenic platform. The first floor also has many delicious food options; even a casual bowl of Chongqing noodles was amazing. (Photos 13-14)

To save energy, consider taking a taxi between Liziba and E’ling Second Factory, as this section involves uphill walking.

E’ling Second Factory Cultural and Creative Park: A literary hub transformed from an old factory, featuring creative markets and exhibitions. (Photos 5-8)

18 Stairs (Daijia Lane) + Mountain City Trail: Experience Chongqing's iconic sloped landscapes, connecting old alleys, stone steps, and panoramic city views. (Photos 9-12) Bought a sour plum ice (a bit too sweet), Photo 15.

Jiujie Bar Street (Optional): A lively nightlife area with various themed bars and live music, perfect for unwinding at the end of the day.

Tips
There’s a lot of walking and uphill climbing involved, so it’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

Post by Chaminade | Oct 28, 2025