Liangjiang New Area (两江新区) is a district of Chongqing. It includes the former administrative districts of Jiangbei and Yubei.
Liangjiang New Area is a large urban area in northern Chongqing, known for its modern commercial districts, transport links and expanding urban landscape. Visitors can explore shopping areas, parks and entertainment attractions, while seeing a more modern side of this mountainous river city.
Liangjiang New Area is a major urban development area in northern Chongqing. It reflects the city’s rapid growth as a centre for business, industry and modern urban life. Unlike Chongqing’s older neighbourhoods, which are known for their traditional streets and historic character, much of the area features newer commercial districts, modern buildings and large public spaces. It offers visitors a different perspective on how Chongqing has developed into a major city in western China.
Liangjiang New Area covers a large area in northern Chongqing, and its attractions are spread across different neighbourhoods. Commercial areas offer shopping, restaurants and nightlife, while parks and entertainment attractions provide opportunities for outdoor activities and family visits. Public transport connects many of these places, but distances can be considerable, so visitors should check routes and travel times before planning their day.
Liangjiang New Area has a humid subtropical monsoon climate, with hot, humid summers and relatively mild winters. Rainfall is greater during the warmer months. Summer visitors should prepare for heat and humidity, while winter days can feel damp and chilly even when temperatures remain above freezing.
Chongqing Jiangbei Airport29.72666106.65621Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG Airport), Jiangbei International Airport, Yubei District (Take a flight to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. From the airport, take a taxi, metro, or airport bus to your destination in Liangjiang New Area.), ☏ +86 23 6715 5777, toll-free: +86 23 966666. Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport is the main airport serving Chongqing. It provides convenient access to Liangjiang New Area. (updated Oct 2026)
29.71969106.632722Jiangbei Airport Terminal 2 Station (Jiangbei Airport T2 Station), Jiangbei Airport Terminal 2, Yubei District (Follow the signs inside Terminal 2 to the metro station. Lines 3 and 10 provide connections to other parts of Chongqing.). Jiangbei Airport Terminal 2 Station is a metro station serving Terminal 2 of Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. It connects the airport with the city's metro network. (updated Oct 2026)
29.61197106.547133Chongqing North Railway Station (Chongqingbei Railway Station), Kunlun Avenue, Yubei District (Take a train to Chongqing North Railway Station. Continue by metro, bus, or taxi to your destination in Liangjiang New Area.). Chongqing North Railway Station is a major railway transport hub in Chongqing, with connections to the city's metro and bus networks. (updated Oct 2026)
29.61197106.547134Chongqing North Railway Station Bus Terminal (Chongqing North Station Bus Hub), Chongqing North Railway Station, Yubei District (Take a city bus from Chongqing North Railway Station to your destination in Liangjiang New Area. Check the current route and stop information before travelling.). Chongqing North Railway Station is served by local bus routes connecting the railway station with surrounding districts and other parts of Chongqing. Bus routes and operating hours vary by service. (updated Oct 2026)
The metro is one of the most convenient ways to travel around Liangjiang New Area. Several metro lines serve different parts of the area and connect it with other parts of Chongqing. Line 5, Line 6 and the International Expo Line are useful for reaching residential areas, shopping districts and tourist attractions. For example, visitors going to Chongqing Happy Valley can take Line 6 to Lijia Station and transfer to the International Expo Line to Happy Valley Station. Check the latest metro map and service information before travelling.
Public buses connect metro stations with residential areas, shopping centres and tourist attractions. They are useful for reaching places that are far from metro stations. However, routes and departure times may change, so check the latest information on a local map app before travelling.
Taxis and ride-hailing services are available in the area. They are convenient for travelling between attractions or reaching places that are not close to public transport. As Liangjiang New Area covers a large area, travel times can vary considerably depending on the destination and traffic conditions.
Walking is convenient around metro stations, shopping centres and individual attractions. However, some destinations are far apart, and Chongqing’s hilly terrain can make walking more difficult. For longer journeys, use the metro or a bus instead.
29.668188106.5596531Baolin Museum (宝林博物馆), 99 Longzhan Road (龙展路99号) (about 560 metres north of Yuanyang Station on Metro Line 3), ☏ +86 23 63051666. Tue-Sun 09:30-16:30, no entry after 16:00. A large private museum established by retired PLA general Chen Baolin. The museum's name is incorrectly translated into English as 'Baolin Art Museum'. In fact, this is more than just an art museum. The museum's exhibits pertain to a broad range of subjects, including arts, culture, history and paleontology. Free. (updated Dec 2018)
29.6783106.600432Chinese Contemporary Art Museum (Museum of Contemporary Chinese Art, 华人当代美术馆), 59 Hubin Road East, Huixing Subdistrict (回兴街道湖滨东路59号) (bus routes 616, 619, 656, 688, 697, 853, and 880; the museum is 2 km south of Huixing Station on Metro Line 3, you can catch bus no. 880 from the station), ☏ +86 23 67451993 (enquiries), +86 23 67451306 (reservations). 10:00-17:00. Established in 1995 with the assistance of the director of the National Art Museum of China, the museum is claimed to be the PRC's first privately-owned art museum. The museum features works by contemporary artists from all over China. ¥25. (updated Jul 2018)
29.71415106.625893Chongqing Museum of Ba-Yu Folk Customs (重庆巴渝民俗博物馆), Er Zhi Lane, Shuanglong Avenue (双龙大道二支巷) (Metro Line 3, Bijin Station, Exit 1; the museum is in the southern part of Bijin Park), ☏ +86 23 67821596. Tue-Sun 09:00-17:00, no entry after 16:30. Free. (updated Jun 2018)
29.62761106.521774Chongqing Museum of Sichuan Opera (重庆川剧博物馆), 2 Jinshan Avenue, Renhe (人和金山大道2号) (about 10 minutes walk from Renhe Station on Metro Line 5), ☏ +86 23 63011293. Tue-Sun 09:00-16:30. A small museum devoted to Sichuan Opera. Free. (updated Sep 2018)
29.57385106.57415Chongqing Science and Technology Museum (重庆科技馆), 7 Wenxingmen Street, Jiangbeicheng (江北城文星门街7号) (Metro Line 6, Grand Theater Station, Exit 3), ☏ +86 23 61863051. Tue-Sun 09:30-17:00. Free. (updated Jun 2018)
29.57191106.57066Long Museum Chongqing (Dragon Art Museum Chongqing Branch, 龙美术馆重庆馆), Levels 1-3, Building A, Guohua Finance Center, 9 Juxianyan Plaza (聚贤岩广场9号国华金融中心A栋1-3层) (Metro Line 6, Grand Theater Station), ☏ +86 23 67961016, exhibition@thelongmuseum.org. Tue-Sun 09:30-17:30. A private art museum established by the wealthy collectors Liu Yiqian and his wife Wang Wei. The museum also has two branches in Shanghai. Groups of 26 people or more are required to make a reservation at least 2 days before their visit. ¥100 (including tour guide). (updated Jul 2018)
29.57572106.572057Emperor Ming Yuzhen's Tomb (明玉珍皇帝陵, 明玉珍睿陵, 明玉珍墓), Jiangbeizui Central Park (江北嘴中央公园) (Metro Line 6, Grand Theater Station, Exit 3). 09:00-17:30. Ming Yuzhen (1331-1336) was a peasant rebel leader who founded the short-lived Xia Empire, officially known as the Great Xia, which controlled parts of modern-day Sichuan and Chongqing from 1362-1371. He is the only emperor known to have been buried in Chongqing. A museum at the site displays artefacts that have been recovered from the tomb. Visitors can also view the inside of the tomb. Free. (updated Aug 2018)
29.722503106.5836928Chongqing Central Park (重庆中央公园), Tongmao Avenue (同茂大道) (take Rail Line 10 to Central Park Station). whole day. Chongqing Central Park is one of the largest urban parks in Chongqing and is known as the fourth largest central park in the world. Free development, no tickets required. free. (updated Sep 2024)
29.68313106.548949Chongqing Garden Expo Park (Expo Garden Center, 重庆园博园), 1 Longjing Road (龙景路1号) (Metro Lines 3 & 5, Expo Garden Center Station), ☏ +86 23 63086110. 09:00-17:00. The park was established in 2011 for the 8th China (Chongqing) International Garden Expo and has since become one of the city's most popular parks. ¥20. (updated Jul 2018)
29.60896106.6789310Tieshanping Forest Park (铁山坪森林公园) (catch a train to Liyuchi Station on Metro Line 10, exit via Exit 3A or 3B and look for the Chang'an Motors (长安汽车) bus stop; from there, catch bus no. 813 to get to the park), ☏ +86 23 67550510, 2861417608@qq.com. Open all day. Free. (updated Jul 2018)
29.687812106.8193611Liangjiang International Film City (两江国际影视城, Liangjiang Movie City, 民国街 Republic Street), Longxing Industrial Park (龙兴工业园区内) (direct bus services to the site are available from the Longtousi Bus Station; other buses that stop here include bus nos. 980, 984, 986 and 995), ☏ +86 23 67343639 (enquiries), +86 23 67499108 (emergencies), +86 23 67343533 (complaints), toll-free: +86 400 0571942. 08:30-17:30. A recreation of downtown Chongqing as it looked in the 1940s. It was built for Feng Xiaogang's 2012 film Back to 1942, and is now a tourist attraction. The streets feature replicas of many well-known buildings from the time, as well as staff dressed in period costumes. ¥40. (updated Jan 2020)
29.669593106.5127761Happy Valley Chongqing (重庆欢乐谷), 29 Jinyu Avenue (金渝大道29号) (about 500 meters east of Happy Valley Station on the Guobo Line), ☏ +86 23 63111666. Mon-Thu: 10:00-18:30 (extended to 22:00 during summer holidays and other major holiday periods), Fri-Sun: 10:00-22:00. Part of the Happy Valley amusement park chain. This is the largest amusement park in Chongqing. Standard ticket prices are ¥220 for adults and ¥150 for children between 1.2 and 1.5 meters in height and seniors aged 60 to 65, children under 1.2 meters and seniors over 65 may enter for free. (updated Sep 2026)
29.662106.5631Sasseur (Chongqing Liangjiang) Outlet, No. 1 Aotelaisi Road, Liangjiang New Area. Large outlet shopping centre featuring international and domestic fashion, sportswear, and lifestyle brands. (updated Oct 2026)
29.650527106.5292752The Ring Shopping Park (Chongqing Guanghuan Shopping Park), Chongqing Guanghuan Shopping Park, ☏ +86 23 6336 3516. The Ring Shopping Park is a shopping and leisure complex in Liangjiang New Area. It is known for its indoor botanical garden, retail shops, restaurants, and distinctive architecture. (updated Oct 2026)
29.64137106.547983Chongqing Aegean Shopping Park, Jinkai Avenue, Liangjiang New Area. Chongqing Aegean Shopping Park is a shopping centre in Liangjiang New Area with retail shops and family-oriented leisure facilities. (updated Oct 2026)
29.71353106.651974Chongqing Airport Shopping Mall, Jiangbei International Airport T3A Terminal, GTC Link, 2F, Liangjiang New Area, ☏ +86 23 6715 3416. 09:00-21:00. Chongqing Airport Shopping Mall is a retail shopping location at Terminal 3A of Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. It offers shopping facilities for airport passengers. (updated Oct 2026)
29.595883106.5481751Roots Noodles (葱姜蒜面馆), No. 77 Wenhui Road, Liangjiang New Area, ☏ +86 159 2309 7202, mailto:taoran_cfta@foxmail.com. 09:30–20:00 daily. Roots Noodles is a small restaurant serving Chongqing noodles and other local noodle dishes. It offers an informal dining option for visitors who want to try local flavors. (updated Oct 2026)
29.601509106.5316992Liziba Liangshan Chicken (李子坝梁山鸡（渝北三鸡哥店）), No. 1000 Min'an Avenue, Liangjiang New Area, ☏ +86 159 2353 4509. Liziba Liangshan Chicken is a local restaurant serving Liangshan chicken, a Chongqing-style chicken dish cooked with a flavorful, spicy broth. It is a good place to try a regional specialty beyond traditional hot pot. (updated Oct 2026)
29.58879106.5736343Jiangshan No. 1 Riverside Restaurant (江山壹号·环幕江景餐厅（江北嘴店）), No. 1 Tianlan Avenue, Wulidian Subdistrict, ☏ +86 23 6785 7710. Jiangshan No. 1 Riverside Restaurant serves Chinese cuisine in a scenic dining setting. It is an option for visitors looking for a sit-down meal and views of the surrounding riverside area. (updated Oct 2026)
29.577941106.5642474Junlong Liangshan Chicken (化龙桥君龙梁山鸡), No. 14-11 Wujiang Road, Wulidian, Liangjiang New Area, ☏ +86 23 6798 2958. Junlong Liangshan Chicken is a Chinese restaurant serving Chongqing-style chicken dishes. It is an option for visitors who want to explore local cuisine outside the city's well-known hot pot restaurants. (updated Oct 2026)
29.625122106.530905570 Age Hotpot (70岁火锅), Liangjiang World, No. 56 Jinkai Boulevard, Yubei District, ☏ +86 23 6321 8611. 70 Age Hotpot is a restaurant specializing in Chongqing-style hot pot. Diners can share a hot pot with a variety of meats, vegetables, and other ingredients, making it suitable for groups and families. (updated Oct 2026)
29.58036106.52971Underground arcade (the entrance is across from the big hotel near McDonald's). Many bars and restaurants.
29.574533106.5298162Outside beer gardens, Above the underground arcade near Guanyinqiao, Jiangbei District (above the underground arcade). Serves reasonably priced drinks and is always crowded with good atmosphere and live premiership matches on big screens. Do not eat here, though!
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