Cyber City Origin

Start from “where it all started”! This tour immerses you in Chongqing from its geographic center. Get a glimpse of the city’s origins through its wharf culture and witness the newly reopened Chaotianmen Ancient Gate, the bustling heart of the city’s trading areas. Browse or shop at the local wholesale markets for daily essentials and clothing. Or finding some weird gadgets.Explore how Chongqing opened itself to international trade at the Financial History Museum, including a “secret vault” in the basement.See how the city transformed from an ancient mountain city into the online viral cyber city we know today.

Duration

1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Group Size

1-4 Guests

Start From

¥300 per guest

Step Count

12,000 steps

What's Included

•Expert Local Guide: Dedicated storytelling and local insights throughout the journey
•Curated Walking Route: A hand-picked path covering major landmarks and hidden gems.
•Personalized Recommendations: Insider tips for the best local food, shops, and photo spots.

exclusions

•Meals (pay at your own expense)
•Personal expenses

good to know

•Gangyu Plaza and Yinxing Wholesale market are ideal for those interested in shopping for unique gadgets and local finds

important notice

•Last entry to the Financial History Museum is at 4:30 PM
•The Financial History Museum is closed on Mondays

Tour Highlights

Price List

English Speaking Guides Guide: Listening/Emma/Kojima Jackson
Number of Guests
Total Price
CNY (USD for reference)
1
¥600
¥1,400
2
¥800
¥1,600
3
¥1,000
¥1,800
4
¥1,200
¥2,000
5
On Request
On Request
6 or 6+
On Request
On Request

Guest Reviews

Tour Itinerary

A Perfectly paced day designed for an unforgettable experience

First Glimpse of the "8D City"

  • 1:00PM Meet up at Xiaoshizi Metro Station Exit 9 (小什字9号口)
  • Walk to City Garden

City Garden Residential Community

  • The “monster building” of Chongqing a massive residential complex where you feel like you’re on the ground floor, but are actually on the 10th.
  • See how modern Chongqing buildings creatively integrate with steep hillsides and the mountainous environment.

City Origin and Urban Structure

  • Qiansimen Old Cable Car Site & Ancient City Wall.
  • Walk down to the “lower deck” of the city via the old cable car station and a steep sets of stairs.
  • Observe how a part of the ancient city wall still serves as the foundation for modern infrastructure.

Chaotianmen Gate and Raffles City Chongqing

  • Visit the newly reopened Chaotianmen Old City Gate, the geographic center of Chongqing and the most important gate of the ancient city.
  • Explore the iconic “sailboat” of Chongqing’s main peninsula — a futuristic complex of skyscrapers, hotels, and shopping malls. Sharp contrast where old meets the new.

Old Wholesale Market: Gangyu Plaza / Yinxing Mall

  • Experience the last remnants of Chongqing’s wharf culture.
  • Watch bustling workers move parcels, packaging, and goods.
  • Explore the mall’s multi-layered structure to see a different “ground floor.”

Imix Mall and "Rooftop Taxi"

  • A modern Chinese fashion mall — discover local brands and trendy “knock-off” fashion.
  • Spot a bright yellow Ferrari taxi parked on the rooftop — a perfect photo moment.

Chongqing Financial History Museum (closes on Monday)

  • Learn about the history of Chongqing’s “Wall Street.”
  • Visit the former site of the luxury Chungking Hotel.
  • A former bank bank vault turned museum, complete with Mission Impossible style laser sensors

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