Chongqing & Chengdu

Cities: Chongqing & Chengdu

Chongqing and Chengdu are very different from cities like Shanghai and Beijing. They’re huge, rapidly developing cities, but they still feel a little more chaotic, local, and unpredictable — and honestly, that’s part of what makes them so fun to explore. From Chongqing’s futuristic skyline built into the mountains to Chengdu’s famous food scene, pandas, tea houses, and laid-back lifestyle, both cities have so much to offer and give you a completely different experience of China.

Our Chongqing & Chengdu Travel Ebook covers everything you need to know to explore these two cities with more confidence — from what to prepare before your trip and how to get around, to the places we think are actually worth visiting, where to stay, and how to travel between the two cities.

What’s Inside

✅ Pre-Departure Essentials & Must-Have Apps: Learn what to prepare before your trip, from visas and SIM cards to translation, navigation, and essential travel apps.

✅ Cashless Payments & Connectivity: Set up WeChat Pay and Alipay and learn how to stay connected while traveling in China, including when and why you may need a VPN.

✅ Getting Around Like a Local: Learn how to navigate metros, buses, taxis, and ride-hailing apps without getting overwhelmed.

✅ Traveling Between Cities: A step-by-step guide to using China’s high-speed trains and other intercity transportation options.

✅ City Highlights & Must-Visit Attractions: Explore Chongqing’s futuristic riverfront skyline, mountain city views, cable cars, and hotpot scene, alongside Chengdu’s famous panda base, cultural streets, tea houses, and incredible food.

✅ Hotel Recommendations: Our curated hotel recommendations based on location, comfort, design, and making the most of your time in each city.

Why This Ebook?

If you want to experience a side of China that feels more energetic, chaotic, local, and completely different from Shanghai or Beijing, Chongqing and Chengdu are worth adding to your trip. We’ve put together everything we learned from our own travels to help you navigate these massive cities, find the places worth visiting, and experience what makes them so unique without feeling completely overwhelmed.