A complete list of must-visit attractions for self-driving tours in Chongqing. You can visit these places if you have a compact self-driving itinerary.

The self-driving tourist attractions recommended today are all located in the main urban area of ??Chongqing. Friends who want to visit Chongqing but are short on time should not miss it. You will not be disappointed!

1. Yangtze River Cableway

Highlights: Special transportation, unique perspective on Chongqing, flying across the Yangtze River

The Yangtze River Cableway, which has appeared in many film and television dramas and variety shows, is very important to Chongqing locals. Said to be just a means of transportation, it has now become one of the most popular experiences for tourists. Even though there are many people and there is a queue, there is still an endless stream of people just to experience the wonderful experience of flying across the Yangtze River.

A car of the Yangtze River Cableway can accommodate 50 people. The glass on all sides of the car is fully transparent, so you can clearly see the scenery on both sides of the Yangtze River. This has also become another way for tourists to watch the night view. The night view is very beautiful at night. Beautiful, but only if the weather is good.

Price: 20 yuan one way, 30 yuan round trip. There are many people in the experience and the queue time is long. It is recommended to experience it one way. Compared with the day, there are more people at night, but it is blocked and the night view is not visible. It is recommended to come around the afternoon, and it can be arranged with the nearby Jiefang Monument, Hongya Cave, etc.

2. Jiefangbei

Highlights: shopping district, Chongqing’s history and modernity, movie locations

Jiefangbei is synonymous with Chongqing and the only one in the country Although the Anti-Japanese Victory Monument has been submerged in the surrounding high-rise buildings, this Liberation Monument has an irreplaceable status in Chongqing. It is the most lively place in Chongqing every New Year's Eve.

Now Jiefangbei has become one of the bustling shopping districts in Chongqing. With Jiefangbei as the center, it radiates out to four pedestrian streets in the southeast, northwest and northwest. It is a good place for locals to hang out on weekends. The Bayi Road Snack Street near Jiefangbei is also a good place to taste Chongqing food. It is said that this is also where Chongqing beauties gather.

Practical information: Jiefangbei is very close to Hongya Cave, a 5-10 minute walk away; it is also very close to the Yangtze River Cableway, and you can arrange a tour together. The night view of the Liberation Monument is even more brilliant, as the surrounding high-rise buildings are lit up, making it even more prosperous and lively.

3. Ciqikou Ancient Town

Highlights: Chongqing snacks, winding stone roads, old Chongqing, teahouses

Chongqing Millennium Ancient Town, the main street is full of delicious food. Going deeper will give you the feeling of old Chongqing. Every city has a commercial street that specializes in local food, such as Wangfujing in Beijing, Kuanzhai Alley in Chengdu, Hubu Alley in Wuhan... Ciqikou Ancient Town in Chongqing also exists in this way.

As one of the most famous attractions in Chongqing, we do not deny its commercialization, but it is still worth visiting. LAvAzLA The main road in Ciqikou Ancient Town is lined with various vendors and shops, and the crowds are crowded and noisy. Maybe It’s hard to feel the old Chongqing feeling. But if you go deep into it or turn into the alley next to it, you will explore its quiet and antique side: in addition to the ancient winding stone road stairs, the real life of the older generation of Chongqing people is also displayed in front of you; there is no lack of modernity here. There are small and fresh shops. When you are tired of walking, you can find a teahouse near the river and experience the leisurely life of Chongqing people.

Ciqikou food recommendations: Chen Mahua, Guzhen Chicken Offal, Maoxuewang, Soft Braised Thousand Pieces, Salt and Pepper Peanuts

4. A Tree in Nanshan

Highlights :The best viewing angle for Chongqing’s night view. It’s a good place to watch the night view. You can overlook the entire Yuzhong Peninsula, but the transportation is very inconvenient.

A Tree in Nanshan is an observation deck built around an old Chongqing yellow jujube tree, hence its name. It has the best angle to watch the night view of the mountain city. It can have a panoramic view of the mountains and waters of Chongqing, the river passing through high-rise buildings, and the busy traffic on the bridge. Because of this stunning night view, it makes people feel like they are watching the night view of Victoria Peak in Hong Kong. illusion.

Compared with other night view spots in Chongqing, a tree in Nanshan has a broader view. There is no obstruction in front of you. From a distance, the Yuzhong District surrounded by rivers in the center of the night view looks like a sparkling treasure. The island is very spectacular. Although the night view is beautiful, the night view will also be affected by the weather. If the fog is heavy, the effect of watching the night view here will be greatly reduced.

Practical information: Ticket price: 30 yuan/person, half price for students.

TIPS: The night view of a tree in Nanshan is worth seeing. The best effect is to go around the evening, and there are more people. It is difficult to take a taxi when going down the mountain. It is recommended to miss the peak period of going down the mountain.

5. Hongya Cave

Highlights: Stunning night view, traditional stilted building construction

Hongya Cave "does not live up to its name". It is not a cave, but a cave. It is a stilted building with the most traditional characteristics of Bayu. The entire building is built on the cliff and has a history of more than 2,000 years. Because it resembles the scene in Miyazaki Hayao's animation "Spirited Away", it has become a landmark of Chongqing in recent years. One of the popular landmarks. Hongyadong Tower has 11 floors and there is an elevator. It is worth mentioning that the 1st and 11th floors lead to the main road. During the day, Hongyadong is a shopping mall. Not only does it have local Chongqing delicacies and special souvenirs, it is also a good place to experience the style of the old streets in the mountain city and enjoy the scenery of the two rivers (the Yangtze River and Jialing River).

But Hongyadong is at night At the moment when the charm really shines, the red lanterns on the cascading wooden eaves are lit, the small bars start to open, and the singing of street performers adds a lot of fun to the night here; looking at Hongya Cave from a distance, you can truly understand what Chongqing is called. The reason for "Magic 3D City".

Hongyadong is a good place to visit the old streets of Shancheng, enjoy the scenery of the two rivers, and taste local food. It consists of four parts: Zhiyanhe Bar Street, Tiancheng Lane Bayu Style Street, Feast Food Street and exotic city balcony. The main body is the stilted building with the most traditional architectural characteristics of Bayu. It is located on the mountain and is brightly lit at night, making it a scene of a mountain city.

Practical information: Hongyadong lighting time: 20:00-22:30. The time may occasionally change, but it is recommended to arrive around 21:00 for the safest time.

6. Zhazi Cave

Highlights: historical revolutionary attractions and red tourist areas

Zhazi Cave is located halfway up Gele Mountain in Chongqing. It was originally a village in the suburbs of Chongqing. The small coal mine was surrounded by mountains on three sides and a ditch on one side. It was located in a relatively hidden location. It later became a prison and held many revolutionary martyrs, the most famous of which was "Sister Jiang".

Many people know Zhazidong because of the story of "Little Luobotou". He was imprisoned here for eight months (later moved to Bai Gongguan and was killed when he was eight or nine years old. Now Zhazi Cave is very small. Although many items are replicas, you can still feel the oppressive atmosphere of the time from the torture instruments on display.

Suitable for the crowd: As a patriotic education base, Zhazi Cave is more suitable for the revolution. Visitors interested in history.

Practical information: Tickets are free, but you need to show your ID card to enter.

Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 (closed on Mondays< /p>

7. The third trail in the mountain city

Highlights: authentic Chongqing old streets, mountain city experience, suspended plank road

The third trail in the mountain city is similar to the "18th The "stairs" (now demolished) are the most distinctive "stairs" (stairs and uphill roads) in Chongqing. The old-fashioned buildings along the way also reflect the charm of Chongqing's mountain city. The third trail is the most beautiful among the existing trails in Chongqing. Along the way, there are many historical attractions with unique old Chongqing flavor, such as the Kangjian Hall, the Bodhi Vajra Pagoda, the First Water Works Tower, Renai Hall, Shikumen, and Shancheng Alley.

The best part of the third trail. One section of the suspended plank road built on a steep wall is also the only urban plank road built on a cliff in Chongqing. Opposite the rolling Yangtze River, it is a good place to enjoy the river view. The plank road is painted in goose yellow and is built in the air. Next to it is the ancient city wall of Chongqing with a history of more than 2,300 years. In addition, on the third trail, there is the former site of Chongqing’s No. 1 Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, the French Ren’ai Hall, and a remaining unique bell tower, which is very artistic for taking pictures.

8. Sichuan Academy of Fine Arts

Highlights: full sense of art and design, graffiti street, miniature version of Beijing 798

Sichuan Mei: a place with a very artistic atmosphere, In spring, there are also mountains of rapeseed flowers, a good place to take photos and sketch.

Graffiti Street: The whole street is full of interesting colorful graffiti. It is a good place for photography enthusiasts. Sichuan Academy of Fine Arts ( The Huangjueping campus has become another most beautiful university in China discovered by tourists after Tsinghua University, Peking University, Xiamen University, and Wuhan University. The Sichuan University campus is not big, but it is full of design and has many creative sculptures and art works, just like a miniature. Beijing 798 Creative Park.

Compared with other popular attractions in Chongqing, the Sichuan Academy of Fine Arts campus is tree-lined, quiet and quiet. The Art Museum and Tank Depot are two places that cannot be missed. The walls of the graffiti street outside the school are covered with various graffiti, making it a favorite spot for young tourists.

There are also many snacks around, including Tikan Dou Hua and Hu Ji Hoa Soup. Here, the price is cheap and worth a try.

9. Chaotianmen

Highlights: Night cruise by boat, the intersection of the two rivers, and the transportation terminal

Chaotianmen was once a tourist attraction. One of the 17 ancient gates in Chongqing, it is now mainly used as a transportation terminal. Three Gorges cruises, sightseeing cruises and ferries to Foreigner Street all depart from here.

Most tourists come to Chaotianmen to see " "The intersection of two rivers" (the wonders of the Yangtze River and Jialing River, the mixed yellow Yangtze River and the turquoise Jialing River meet at Chaotianmen Wharf, forming a natural "Bagua Picture", which is very magical. However, the intersection of the two rivers is affected by weather conditions and can only be seen on sunny days and during wet periods. For Chongqing, the "Fog City", the strange scene of the intersection of the two rivers is rarely seen.