Yubei

Yubei District offers modern shopping areas, urban parks, ancient towns, hot springs and natural scenery. You can spend 1–2 days exploring the city on foot, or visit for a relaxing weekend getaway.

• Tongluoshan Mine Park: Known as “Chongqing’s Little Jiuzhaigou,” this park has Tiffany-blue lakes formed by water collecting in abandoned mining pits. Admission is free throughout the park, which is suitable for easy hikes and cool-toned landscape photography.

• Chongqing The Ring Shopping Park: The main attractions are the large indoor botanical garden, “Muguang Forest,” and its waterfall displays. The space has a fantastical, Pandora-like atmosphere, making it easy to combine sightseeing and photography with shopping.

• Tongjing Hot Springs Scenic Area: Set in a gorge, these natural hot springs have 48 pools and are a good choice for a leisurely visit focused on soaking. Evening admission has a buy-one-get-one-free offer.

• Longxing Ancient Town: The traditional street layout is largely intact, with stone-paved lanes and old buildings that retain traces of the past. It is a good place to slow down and explore local history and culture.

• Liangjiang International Film City: The buildings recreate Chongqing’s appearance during its years as China’s wartime capital. You can wear a qipao or a traditional long gown for vintage-style photos, then enjoy illuminated scenery and live outdoor performances at night.

• Central Park: This urban green space covers 15,000 mu (about 1,000 hectares), and bicycles are available to rent for exploring the grounds. Jinghu Lake is a good spot for sunset, while the ginkgo avenue is worth photographing in November.

Suggested Itineraries

• Easy Half-Day Visit: Suitable for travelers who have just arrived by plane or high-speed train and want to keep physical activity to a minimum. Take a morning stroll in Zhaomushan Forest Park, head to the Jialing River at dusk to watch the evening scenery, and try hearty local jianghu-style dishes nearby at night.
• One-Day Nature and Leisure Route: Spend the morning hiking and taking photos at Tongluoshan Mine Park. Return to the main urban area in the afternoon to visit the indoor botanical garden at Chongqing The Ring Shopping Park and rest in air-conditioned surroundings. Have dinner in the shopping area.
• Two-Day In-Depth Visit: Visit Chongqing Garden Expo Park and Central Park on the first day, then head to Jiujie for a late-night meal. On the second day, choose between soaking at Tongjing Hot Springs and a leisurely walk through Longxing Ancient Town.

Local Food Suggestions

Jianghu-style cooking and authentic hot pot are characteristic dining choices in Yubei. Both tend to be spicy and numbing; pair them with bingfen jelly dessert or Weiyi soy milk to ease the heat.

Accommodation Suggestions

Yubei has a wide range of accommodation. Choose a base that suits your itinerary and budget.

• UrCove by Hyatt Chongqing Yubei: Close to Jiangbei Airport, about 15 minutes away by taxi. Spacious rooms come with smart amenities, Slumberland mattresses, Dyson hair dryers and capsule coffee machines. Rates are in the RMB 300–399 range, making this an option for travelers seeking a balance between amenities and budget.

• Crowne Plaza Chongqing New North Zone: Near Chongqing Garden Expo Park and the Auto Expo Center, this hotel offers relatively quiet surroundings. Superior rooms measure 40 square meters and have large bathtubs. Its extensive facilities make it worth considering for travelers who prioritize accommodation quality.

• Atour S Hotel Chongqing Central Park: Right next to Central Park West metro station, with plenty of dining options downstairs and Longfor Park Paradise Walk nearby. Convenient for public transport and shopping.

Practical Travel Tips

• Getting Around: Attractions are spread out, so driving or taking taxis makes it easier to connect stops. If using the metro, plan around Lines 4, 5, 6 and 10. Some attractions, including Tongluoshan, also require a transfer to a bus.
• Clothing and Rain Gear: Chongqing has plenty of hilly terrain, and places such as Tongluoshan and Zhaomushan involve walking or hiking. Wear comfortable athletic shoes. The weather can change quickly, so carry an umbrella suitable for both sun and rain.
• Sun and Mosquito Protection: Outdoor areas such as the mine park and forest parks can have strong UV exposure and plenty of mosquitoes. Bring sunscreen and insect repellent.
• Reservations: For weekend visits to popular places such as Muguang Forest at Chongqing The Ring Shopping Park, book ahead through the mini program to avoid being turned away on arrival.