Complete 3 Days 2 Nights Chongqing Guide｜Take You to Explore the 8D Magical City

Good news for friends coming to Chongqing! This super detailed travel guide is a must-save! The charm of Chongqing lies in the bubbling and rolling sounds of hotpot 🌶, in the stunning moment when the light rail passes through buildings, and in the romantic moments when the river breeze carries dazzling lights into your arms. The phrase "This is the Fog City" can’t fully describe the unique charm of this 8D magical city. Next, this 3-day intensive guide will take you to deeply unlock Chongqing’s popular check-in spots and hidden gems! 🗓️ Three-day itinerary (covering both popular and hidden spots) Day 1: Magical Landmark Walking Tour - Liziba Light Rail Passing Through Building: Arrive before 8:30! At this time, there are fewer people, making it easy to capture the iconic shot of the light rail "being swallowed by the building." Shooting from the viewing platform looking up offers a strong visual impact. - Crown Grand Escalator: For only 2 yuan, experience Asia’s second steepest escalator, also a filming location for "Better Days." Use the escalator’s depth for composition to snap super cool photos in no time. - Xiahaoli Old Street: The century-old stilted buildings have been renovated, full of artistic vibes. There are art exhibitions and a cliffside teahouse here. Navigate to "Longmenhao," a 10-minute walk away. - Hongyadong: Lights turn on promptly at 19:30! Don’t trust the “fast lane,” go straight to the middle of Qiansimen Bridge for an amazing panoramic shot of Hongyadong! Note the lights go off at 21:00, don’t miss the most beautiful night view. - Chongqing Big Screen: Check it out on the way, located under the WFC building in the Jiefangbei business district. Recommended Accommodation: Home Inn Selected - Chongqing Lianglukou Metro Station Sports Plaza Branch - Prime Location: Located in the core of Yuzhong District, just a 5-minute walk to Lianglukou Station on Lines 1 and 3, 3 stops directly to Jiefangbei and Hongyadong, and a 25-minute walk to Liziba. - Comfortable and Convenient: British style design, zero-pressure deep sleep mattress for a restful night after a day of walking. Smart robots deliver items conveniently, plus a 24-hour self-service laundry room where clothes can be washed and dried the same day, with progress reminders on the room TV—perfect for travel and business trips. - Coffee Lover’s Delight: The lobby’s “coffee cart” fills the air with the aroma of freshly ground coffee, perfect for sipping while planning your itinerary, very relaxing. Day 2: Temple and Riverside Artistic Moments - Baolin Temple / Luohan Temple: Baolin Temple is a lesser-known Tang-style temple. When morning light shines on the golden roof, wearing Hanfu for photos feels like traveling back to “Little Chang’an.” Luohan Temple is also worth a visit to experience Buddhist tranquility. - Bell Tower Square: The prime check-in spot on Nanbin Road! Arrive early and wait for the Raffles City lights at 19:00. Use the archway to shoot the silhouette of the “future spaceship,” creating a great atmosphere. - Hong’en Pavilion: Closes entry at 21:00. Climb to the top to overlook the dazzling lights of Yuzhong, capturing the full mountain city night view. Day 3: Urban Forest Stroll - E’ling No.2 Factory: Opens at 10:00. This is the rooftop filming location of "I Belonged to You," with various handmade shops that are super healing. A must-visit for art lovers. - Mountain City Trail: Walk along the cliffside plank road, collect cultural and creative stamps, and the rose wall beside the ruins of Ren’ai Hall is a popular photo spot. Every shot looks like a masterpiece. 🍜 Food Recommendations Hotpot - Tian Bangbang Hotpot (Jiefangbei Branch): The dragon fruit fish roe shrimp paste is amazingly flavorful and unforgettable! - Instrument Factory Hotpot: A hidden gem hotpot shop deep in a residential building’s well, the beef tallow broth is incredibly fragrant. You’ll fall in love after one try. Snacks - Bayi Food Street: A gathering of various special snacks like ghost buns, oil tea, and iron press cake, satisfying your taste buds. - Mountain City Small Glutinous Rice Balls: Have a bowl of chilled small glutinous rice balls while visiting Hongyadong, perfect to relieve spiciness and cool down! Follow this guide to explore Chongqing in 3 days and experience the unique charm of this city! Pack your bags and set off now~