Night life in Chongqing shall be described as vibrant. Boasting bars, movie theatres and dance clubs bring the city alive when night falls.
Hot pot is a must for visitors to experience a real Chongqing flavor. At night , hot pot restaurants and numerous sidewalk stands open for business. Many of them consist of only a few tables with umbrella covering for an alfresco dining experience. They are easily found on almost every lane and street. Hot pot is delicious and not expensive.
To have a panoramic view of the beautiful night scenery of Chongqing city, you may go to the South Mountain. There is a famous sightseeing spot called "Yi Ke Shu", "A Tree" in English. The entire city can be viewed, with its two bordering rivers in the waters of which the brilliant city lights are reflected. Afterwards, you may board a cruise ship to view more of the city’s night scenery. The cost for this 2-hour cruise is from CNY30 to CNY80 per person.
For visitors who want to watch a film to spend the night, Studio City Cinema is recommended. It is opened in 1998, and regarded as the top entertainment centre in Chongqing. It is located on the sixth floor of the Metropolis Plaza in the Yuzhong District.
Stretching along the Yangtze River, Nan Bin Road has become a hub for night leisure in Chongqing. Visitors who have a favor for bars, pubs, cafe and teahouses are suggested to go to this street. Each bar, pub, etc, has a unique style and flavor.
Recommended Entertainment Places:
Real Love Bar
Feature: the get-together place for the white collar
Recommend
ed Alcohol: various kinds of red wine
Soho Bar
Feature: the most popular bar to make friends; calling the waiter by waving the candle on the table
Address: No.88 Jiao Chang Kou Road, Yuzhong District
Starbucks Coffee (Minzu Road Branch)
Recommended coffee: Latte, Macchiato, Cappuccino, Frappuccino
Address: No.166 Minzu Road, Yuzhong District
U.B.C. Coffee (Diwang Square Branch)
Recommended food: Pasta, Spaghetti, Beef and Tomato Rice
Address: on the first floor of Diwang Square, No.166 Minzu Road, Yizhong District
Yuan Yuan Yuan Tea Restaurant
Recommended Drink & food: Longan Milk Tea, Pineapple Shave Ice, Honey black tea, Mung Bean Milk Tea, Green Tea with Mint, Barbecued Pork Rice
Address: 5th floor of Hong Kong City, Beichengtian Street, Jiangbei District
Be For Time Tea House
Recommended drinks: Icy Latte, Salt Lemon Soda, Lavender Milk Tea, Sundae Iced Coffee
Address: No.54 Tianchen Road, Shapingba District