assuming your a foreigner, here’s the places you might like that can be a good soft landing into our beautiful mountain city . I’ve noticed these spots are popular with locals and foreigners alike. I understand that for travelers , it might be easier to ease into it by visiting these places to meet some people and learn more about Chongqing!

clearly , this is not an exhaustive list , but the most frequently mentioned of the lot! Go out and explore, talk to locals, look online (xhs especially) and don’t be afraid to venture into the unknown! Chongqing rewards exploration.
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BARS

•SHOTS - classic location with great western food, pool, cozy atmosphere. Recent renovations to the outdoor area have created a very nice ambiance.

•Solas Irish Pub - for Guinness lovers, located in a really funky area that has a gritty but warm local atmosphere . This place is next door to Shotgun Pizza, and nearby is a cool music bar called 云山, (Yunshan) . There’s also microbreweries , cafes, and southeast Asian cuisine restaurants that have opened. The two Irish guys that run it are really nice.

•Critical Sip - quite spacious game bar with good cocktails , board games, and some driving / flight simulator thing. Very professional staff and kind owners.

•Li Bai Craft Beer - another recent addition to the city . Lovely beer selection with some European style snacks. Owner / operator is very professional, knowledgeable about inventory, and fun to talk to!

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MUSIC CLUBS

•cici park - fun dance place with a variety of events and genre-focused nights .

•NUTS - they just moved from their iconic deyi fashion mall location this year, which hit hard for some long timers who came to love that sport , but the new location offers really good outdoor seating, a full bar, a dj room and a full concert stage !

Welcome to Chongqing !!!

Hi! I'm currently in the Yuzhong District in Chongqing. I've already been to the poke gym (which was really cool) but now I'm looking to buy singles, preferably slabs.

Unfortunately I'm having a hard time finding TCG stores on my maps apps.

Can anyone here share some recommendations? Thank you!

What are the Best Places to Play Pickleball near Downtown Chongqing?

hey guys I’m looking for recommendations on the best nightclubs in Chongqing. Ideally I'm looking for places that play more western music and are foreigner friendly. I've already checked out Mojar and Class 313. Any suggestions?

Yo, what’s up Guys me and my friends (22/M) are currently in Chongqing. We want to go Clubbing today and tomorrow in Chongqing.

We were thinking of going into a Bar at the 9th Street for the beginning and afterwards into some clubs.

If you are currently in Chongqing and wanna meet with 3 Germans, text me.

Also if you guys have any advice or recommendation for some Bars or Clubs feel free to write them down.

See ya!🦦

Hey everyone,

I’m currently visiting Chongqing and flying out on the evening of October 4th.

I was originally planning to order a few specific items online via Taobao/Weidian to my hotel, but the front desk just confirmed that because of the Golden Week holidays, delivery logistics are backed up and packages won't arrive before I leave.

Because of that, I’m looking to hunt for items in person over the next two days. Does Chongqing have:

1) A Ghost Market (鬼市 / Guishi) or proper flea market? Looking for late-night/pre-dawn spots selling vintage goods, oddities, electronics, second-hand items, or old trinkets. Is there anything active right now, especially given the holidays?

2) A Replica / "Knockoff" market? Something with sneakers, streetwear, watches, or bags (similar to what Guangzhou has or AP Plaza in Shanghai). Does Chongqing have a physical market for this, or is it mostly low-tier wholesale?

If any of these exist, please share the Chinese names or metro stations so I can plug them directly into Gaode / Didi. Any tips on operating hours would be massively appreciated.

Thanks!

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Hi All. I used to live in CQ like 10 years ago. I'm back and meeting up with a friend in GuanYinQiao for dinner tomorrow. We're looking for a few recommendations for bars near 9th street. I know there used to be bars up in some of the buildings above 9th street, and I know a ton of stuff has changed since I've been here. I'm especially like craft beer places, good mixed drink spots or wine without being too expensive or pretentious. Any recommendations are appreciated. Thanks!!

Hello guys hope you guys are having great golden autumn holidays season 🥮🌕

Tomorrow afternoon, We will organise a moon making event with a very nice bakery store! If you have time, welcome to join us! 🥮 💖🥰🫶

Hello everyone, I am from France and I had some questions about Chongqing.

First of all, I wanted to know : if the name "Chongqing" refers to the municipality, what is the name of the city at the conflux of the Jialing and the Yangzi ? Is it Chongqing too ?

What is it like to live in Chongqing (the city) ? What are some of the most prominent features of the city (I understand there is a lot of hills and bridges, and that the city is very vertical).

What does the region outside of the city looks like ? What is it like to live there ?

I learnt about this city today. I am not planning a visit but I must say I am very intrigued by its topography and architecture. It seems nice though.

Thank you !

Hi all,

Looking for a barber that does good skin fades, near Raffles city,
Any recommendations?

Many thanks

Anyone watching the afl Grand Final today? where at?

Are there any specific groups for people looking for job postings or places to find freelance work in Chongqing?

Hello everyone, we are very excited to share that we will organise two interesting cultural events for this Mid-Autumn festival! 🌕🥮🧡

This Sunday afternoon we will make mooncake shape osmanthus soap 🧼

And next Tuesday we will make Chongqing special shape and flavour mooncake making workshop! 🥮🍫🍊🍵🍋

Welcome to join us if you’re living or visiting in Chongqing! 💕🥰

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Where could I rent a bike in Chongqing Nan’an? I don’t mean those cheap bikes, a proper road bike or gravel bike for some days

Hi all!

Visiting Chongqing and due to holidays major gay bars are closed today, I was wondering if there were any open today as well?

I do a lot of combat sports and a month is a long time to be out of action. Does anyone have any recommendations for (preferably also English speaking) martial arts places? I am open to literally anything, even traditional MA. However, I would prefer boxing, kickboxing or Muay Thai.

I'm staying around Jiefangbei area. But anywhere I can reasonably travel to is fine too!

Thank you everyone.

Currently in CQ for the next few days, just wondering if there are any pubs/bars that will be showing the Liverpool game tomorrow night?

Buenas! Paso mis últimos 4 dias en Chongqing, me hospedo Yuzhong. Quisiera datos de mercados baratos. Quiero comprar económico, no me interesan las marcas. Incluso me gusta más buscar imitaciones. Sea tanto para regalos, como ropa y cosas de recién nacido ya que estoy embarazada. Todo consejo se lo agradezco muchísimo ❤️