As the top tourist attraction in Chongqing, Ciqikou attracts countless visitors every day. Why choose Ciqikou as the first stop? Because in the morning, Ciqikou has the fewest people, allowing you to experience the authentic old Chongqing atmosphere. Once it passes 12 o'clock, it becomes a bustling tourist spot.
Three-Level Road & Liziba
The filming location of the movie 'Chongqing Hot Pot'. Here, you can not only shoot movie scenes but also clearly and vividly experience the monorail passing right in front of you and overhead. For those who want to experience the magical city of Chongqing from a 360° perspective, personally riding the monorail and taking upward-looking photos is the most comprehensive experience. At the monorail station, you can get a horizontal view of the monorail coming from outside the building, while the upward view from Liziba Station offers a popular perspective. Both places are worth experiencing and provide completely different feelings.
Nanshan
In Chongqing, people describe Nanshan like this: 'Even if you are a long-time resident of Chongqing and have visited Nanshan many times, you still can't say you've fully explored it.' How mysterious is Nanshan? It hides countless treasures, offering fresh literary and artistic vibes, ancient religious atmospheres, and more than just the Yikeshu Scenic Area for panoramic views. It is recommended to find a high place with a good view and few people, or a quiet and comfortable homestay or teahouse to rest. This is the most local way to experience Nanshan.
Yangtze River Cableway
After leaving Nanshan, you can reach the less crowded Shangxin Street to take the cableway. Due to its appearance in many variety shows and TV dramas, this originally Chongqing-specific cross-river transportation tool has become a popular attraction for tourists. The 'aerial bus,' which has been in operation for 30 years, has seen its fare increase from the original 1.8 yuan to 20 yuan, and the queue time is at least 30 minutes. Crowd avoidance tip: There are two stations for the cableway. It is recommended to take it from the Shangxin Street station in Nan'an District, as the queue time is five times shorter based on personal experience! It is suggested to take a one-way trip only, as a round trip requires queuing twice. The queue time at Xiaoshizi Station (near Jiefangbei) in Yuzhong District is relatively long, often exceeding one hour even during the off-season.
For Chongqing's number one internet-famous spot, there are only two suggestions. First, make sure to visit after dark when the lights are on; it looks much better. During the day, without the lights, it's just an ordinary stilt house, and the scenery is average. Second, do not take the elevator or stairs inside Hongya Cave; ordinary tourists can get disoriented. Instead, take the elevator from the nearby Kuixing Building down to the first floor to Binjiang Road, where you can overlook the entire Hongya Cave.
