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Tours/Chongqing/First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights

First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights

5.0(13)Chongqing3–4 hours
TRIPADVISOR5.0(13)
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
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First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights
First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights

At a glance

Duration
3–4 hours
Price from
$56 / person
Location
Chongqing, China
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 13 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private

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from$56
5.0(13) Free cancellation
Check availability
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Chongqing Local Guides
Meeting point
Please search Apple Store jiefangbei on your amap, I will wait for you at the door of Apple Store outside, I wear a colorful bag

Description

Explore Chongqing’s 8D city from Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street to Chaotianmen Wholesale Market. Experience the unique vertical street design of Kuixing Building, the cliffside neon river fantasy of Hongya Cave, and the legendary light rail train passing through a building at Liziba Observation Platform, the city’s most famous photo spot. Visit Raffles City Chongqing, where the Yangtze and Jialing rivers meet like a giant “hot pot” of flowing water beneath the futuristic skyline.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
5:00 PM and 6:00 PM
Next available
Thu, Nov 5
Adult (ages 18–65)
$56

Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $84.

Larger groups pay less per person.

Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:58 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 4.

Tour Options

Chongqing Cyberpunk Night Walking Tour with Local Guide 4 hours

Duration: 4 hours Daytime/Night Walking Tour: Ending can be chosen: Monument → Kuixing Tower → Hongyadong → Chaotianmen→ End at Grand Theatre or Liziba metro through build

Itinerary

Pass by

Travelers will walk through the vibrant commercial heart of Chongqing, standing beneath the Liberation Monument while learning about the city’s modern history. Guests can experience the energetic street atmosphere, see towering skyscrapers, and taste or observe local street food culture during the stop.

Pass by

Visitors will witness one of Chongqing’s most famous vertical architectural wonders. You will explain how the mountain city’s geography shapes daily life, where streets connect to different building floors. Travelers can take photos showing the unique “mountain city street in the sky” perspective.

60 min

Guests will explore the iconic cliffside stilted architecture complex. Travelers will walk through traditional-style buildings decorated with neon lights, enjoy panoramic riverside views of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers, and capture the magical cyberpunk-style night scenery.

60 min

Travelers will experience a local commercial hub where everyday Chongqing residents shop. You can show visitors small local products such as clothing and souvenirs, and share practical bargaining tips while explaining the city’s authentic market culture. From the riverside viewpoint nearby, guests will also see the spectacular confluence of the Yangtze River and Jialing River, where the flowing waters resemble a giant “hot pot” of merging currents — a symbolic landscape of Chongqing. Here, you can also introduce the city’s traditional feng shui and urban layout philosophy, explaining how the mountains and rivers shape Chongqing’s spatial structure and cultural balance.

30 min

Guests will see the legendary light rail train passing directly through a residential building, one of the most unique urban transport scenes in the world. Travelers can take unforgettable photos of the 8D city transportation landmark.

What's included

Included
Free photos
Not included
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
Private transportation
Public transportation

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
13 reviews
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13
4
0
3
0
2
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1
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How it compares in Chongqing

  • No. 11 by number of reviews among 323 tours in Chongqing
  • Starting price $56 is 14% above the typical $49 for tours of similar length in Chongqing
  • Price unchanged over the last 30 days

Excurgo comparison of 323 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

First Time in Chongqing | History, Local Specialty & Highlights lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $56 per person for this Chongqing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $84. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does this tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Please search Apple Store jiefangbei on your amap, I will wait for you at the door of Apple Store outside, I wear a colorful bag. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is this tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Chongqing Local Guides.

Reviews(13)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$56/ person
5.0(13)
Duration3–4 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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