Jiefangbei (Liberation Monument) is the commercial heart of Chongqing, located on the Yuzhong Peninsula between the Yangtze and Jialing rivers.

About Jiefangbei City Center

Jiefangbei (Liberation Monument) is the commercial and cultural heart of Chongqing\'s Yuzhong Peninsula, perched dramatically where the Yangtze and Jialing rivers converge. The pedestrian zone around the monument is packed with shopping malls, hot pot restaurants, and neon lights that make it one of China\'s most photogenic urban scenes—especially at night when the surrounding skyscrapers illuminate the peninsula.

The area is a paradise for food lovers. Chongqing is the birthplace of hot pot, and Jiefangbei has hundreds of hot pot restaurants ranging from street-level hole-in-the-wall spots to elegant multi-story establishments. Nearby Hongya Cave (Hongyadong) is a stilt house complex built into the cliff face, now housing restaurants, bars, and shops across 11 levels—its nighttime appearance famously resembles the bathhouse from Miyazaki\'s Spirited Away. The Ciqikou ancient town, a preserved Ming Dynasty village, is a short metro ride away.

Nearby Landmarks

Hongya Cave (Hongyadong) Liberation Monument Chaotianmen Dock Luohan Temple Ciqikou Ancient Town

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost $8-12 (50-80 CNY)
Time 40-60 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Train (Metro Line 10)

Cost $1 (5 CNY)
Time 50 minutes
Frequency Every 5-8 minutes, 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM

Step-by-Step Directions

Take Metro Line 10 from Airport T2 or T3 station. Transfer at Hongtudi to Line 6, ride to Xiaoshizi station (Jiefangbei area). Total about 50 minutes.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi $8-12 (50-80 CNY) 40-60 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Train $1 (5 CNY) 50 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Chongqing Metro runs until about 10:30 PM. After that, airport shuttle buses operate until the last flight. Taxis are available 24/7 at the airport (¥80–120 to Jiefangbei). DiDi ride-hailing works throughout the night. The late-night hot pot culture means Jiefangbei stays lively well past midnight.

Luggage Tips

Metro Line 3 has luggage racks and elevators at all stations, making it comfortable for travelers with bags. The Jiefangbei pedestrian zone is flat and paved, easy for wheeled luggage. If taking a taxi, Chongqing's steep and winding geography means some hotels require climbing stairs from the nearest road—confirm access with your hotel.

Accessibility

Chongqing Metro is fully accessible with elevators, tactile paths, and wide gates at every station. The Jiefangbei pedestrian zone is flat and well-paved. Hongya Cave has multiple elevator levels. However, Chongqing's extreme hillside geography means many streets outside the main zones involve steep stairs and slopes.