Popular places to visit
Hongyadong
You can learn about the history of Chongqing with a stop at Hongyadong. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.
Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street
You can do some window-shopping at Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street during your visit to Chongqing. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Chongqing Grand Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Chongqing Grand Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Chongqing. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.
Dazu Rock Carvings
Find out about the history of Chongqing when you spend time at Dazu Rock Carvings. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Chongqing University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Chongqing University, during your travels in Chongqing. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views.
Chongqing Normal University
Explore the campus of Chongqing Normal University, during your travels in Chongqing. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area.
Things to do
Private Amazing Chongqing City Day Tour in Your Way
All-In-One Chongqing Trendy Spots Private Tour
2Day Wulong Karst Park+Dazu Carvings World Heritage Private Tour
Chongqing City Private Night Tour with Hot Pot Dinner
Best of Chongqing One Day Tour including Lunch
Top hotels in Shapingba District
![Holiday Inn Chongqing University Town, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13270000/13263600/13263533/cf424dd8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2018
![Holiday Inn Express Chongqing University Town, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11930000/11921400/11921332/907a118d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2023
![Steigenberger Hotel Chongqing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75720000/75712100/75712078/c82d7aee_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![Lebanshan Hotel Chongqing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92520000/92519300/92519218/3e463b9f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
![Ronghui Grand Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6230000/6227300/6227236/7d6d87a4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2019
![Song Hotel Chongqing Shanqian](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92520000/92515400/92515400/b930b3c3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Other neighbourhoods around Shapingba District
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Chongqing University Town
Even though there aren't top sights in Chongqing University Town, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Bishan County Stadium. Jump on the metro at University Town to see more of the city.
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Yuzhong Qu
When in Yuzhong Qu and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Guan Yin Qiao Pedestrian Street or Chongqing Ocean Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Hongqihegou Station or Flower Garden Station.
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Daping
While Daping might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chongqing Olympic Sports Center and Chongqing Stadium.
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Yuzhong
Yuzhong is well-liked for its mountain views and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, People's Liberation Monument and Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qixingkou Station or Jiaochangkou Station to get around.
![China is a land of contrast. Although parts of Hongya Cave are a recreation, the site boasts 2300 years of history. The stilted building is accessible from three roads on three different floors. Across the Jianglin River, the site is mirrored by modern high-rise buildings. A suspension bridge spans the river between Old and New. The view here is obtained from walking behind the waterfall on the west side of the building.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/35175224284eb2337199919ee9f197ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Jeifangbei Central Business District
Discover Jeifangbei Central Business District, memorable for its shopping. Popular attractions in Jeifangbei Central Business District include People's Liberation Monument and Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Linjiangmen Station.
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Jiulongpo
While you're in Jiulongpo, take in top sights like Chongqing Olympic Sports Center or Yangtze, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chongqingnan Station or Yangjiaping Station.