Overview:
Hongyadong Folk Custom Scenic Area is a national 4A-level tourist attraction. Together with Chaotianmen Square and Jiefangbei Business District, it forms one of Chongqing's most popular tourist destinations for both locals and visitors. "Hongyadong" creatively integrates the ancient architectural art of Bayu stilted buildings with modern cultural concepts, perfectly blending with the riverside landscape and urban scenery. With a 75-meter height difference, it is built along the cliff in a terraced layout, combining various heights and levels.
Hongyadong condenses 3,000 years of Chongqing's historical heritage, incorporating the unique Bayu folk culture, mountain dwelling architecture, and dock culture into a distinctive, world-renowned urban landmark. Today, the increasingly popular Hongyadong Folk Custom Scenic Area, with its unique cultural connotations and brilliant architectural features, has become a landmark tourist attraction in Chongqing, attracting domestic and international visitors alike. It is now the second most visited site after the Forbidden City. Each day, Hongyadong, with its unmatched charm and irreplaceable uniqueness, draws tourists from around the world to explore its beauty.
Important Notice:
To enhance the visitor experience at Hongyadong and achieve smart, safe tourism, online reservations have been required since July 1, 2019.
Reservation Method:
Reservations can be made through the official Hongyadong WeChat mini-program or Meituan. Since the reservation pages are in Chinese, please join a group for assistance if needed.
Address:
No. 88 Jialingjiang Riverside Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, China.
Tip: Search for "洪崖洞" in map navigation apps.
English-Chinese words
Hongyadong-洪崖洞
Chonqqing-重庆
Jiabin Road-嘉滨路
Qiansimen bridge-千厮门大桥
Jiangbei Grand Theatre-江北大剧院
Jialing river-嘉陵江
Opening Hours:
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Lighting Hours:
Generally, the lights turn on at dusk, typically from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The lighting time may vary, so it’s recommended to visit before 11:00 PM. Please check the actual schedule for precise times.
Ticket Price:
- Free
Transportation Guide:
Tip: The following light rail and bus routes will take you to the 11th floor of Hongyadong. To see the full view of the cave, you can take the elevator and explore each floor down to the 1st floor. From there, you can get a closer look at the full view of Hongyadong and walk to the nearby Qiansimen Bridge for an even more stunning night view.
1. Light Rail
Take Line 2 to Linjiangmen Station.
Take Line 1 or Line 6 to Xiaoshizi Station.
2. Bus
During crowded times, it is recommended to get off at the nearby Xiaoshizi Station.
Take Bus 111, 151, 181, 262, 466, 476, 0491, 866, or Tourist Bus t001 to Hongyadong Station.
Take Bus 105, 111, 112 (Inner Ring), 114, 135, 151, 153, 181, 262, 401, 461, 466, 862, 866, or Tourist Line 03 to Xiaoshizi Station.
Best Viewing Spots:
Jiabin Road, Qiansimen Bridge, Jiangbei Grand Theatre.
Best Photography Route:
Grand Theatre → Jinshamen Road → Qiansimen Bridge → Hongyadong 11th Floor → Hongyadong 1st Floor
The Grand Theatre riverside view of Hongyadong's night scene is currently very popular. You can take the subway to the Grand Theatre Station, then enjoy the view of Hongyadong and Qiansimen Bridge from the front of the Grand Theatre or the riverside in front of it. After enjoying the night view from the Grand Theatre, walk from Jinshamen Road to Qiansimen Bridge. The bridge offers fantastic views as well, and this route takes you along the side closest to Hongyadong. If you walk from Hongyadong to the Grand Theatre, you’ll be on the opposite side of the road.
Jinshamen Road View of Hongyadong
The night view of Hongyadong from Qiansimen Bridge offers a stunning sight at every step, from far to near, showcasing both Hongyadong and the riverside night scenery.
Hongyadong 1st Floor Night View
When you reach Hongyadong, start from the top floor (11th floor) and take the elevator down, exploring each floor until you reach the 1st floor. At the riverbank, you can get a closer view of Hongyadong’s exterior.
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