Liziba Station Chongqing: Transportation Guide & Photo Spots

Liziba Station is one of Chongqing’s most famous landmarks. It is known around the world for one incredible sight: a light rail passing directly through a residential building.

This guide explains how to get to Liziba Station, where to take the best photos, and tips for first-time visitors.

Quick Facts Table of Liziba Station

Feature	Detail
Entry Fee	Free (Viewing Platform)
Operating Hours	06:30 – 23:30 (Trains every 3–6 mins)
Time Needed	30–45 minutes
Best Entrance	Exit 1 for the main Viewing Platform
Crowd Warning	Avoid 07:30–09:00 (Rush hour chaos)

How Does the Train Passing Through a Residential Building Work?

Many people ask: “Do people actually live there? Is it loud?”

Yes, people live there. The building has 19 floors. Here is the layout:

• Floors 1-5: Shops and Offices.
• Floors 6-7: Station Equipment.
• Floor 8: Liziba Metro Station (Where the train is).
• Floors 9-19: Residential Apartments.

💡Fun Fact: The train uses special rubber wheels and air suspension. It is actually very quiet—about as loud as a dishwasher.

How to Get to Liziba Station

Getting to Liziba Station is easy. But be careful—if you take the wrong exit, you might get lost on a hill.

Option 1: By Metro

• Take Metro Line 2 (Green Line).
• Get off at Liziba Station.
• Crucial Step: To see the famous view from the outside, you must take Exit 1. Walk downstairs to the street level.

Option 2: Taxi / DiDi

• Show this to the driver: “我要去李子坝观景台” (I want to go to Liziba Viewing Platform).
• Warning: The traffic here is often very bad because of tourists. It might be hard to catch a taxi back to your hotel.

Option 3: Private Transfer (Recommended)

• The Benefit: A private car waits for you. No sweating, no getting lost, and no fighting for a taxi. We can drive you straight to the next stop in comfort.
• Why choose this: Chongqing is hot and full of stairs. After visiting Liziba, you might want to visit E’ling Park nearby. It looks close on the map, but it is a steep hike up the hill.

Best Photo Spots at Liziba Station

You are here for the photo. Here is where to stand.

Spot A: The Viewing Platform (The Classic Shot)

After you exit from Exit 1, cross the street. There is a large platform built specifically for tourists.

• The View: You look up at the train coming out of the building.
• Pro Tip: Use the “Wide Angle” (0.5x) mode on your phone. This helps you capture the whole building and the train together.

Spot B: Niujiaotuo Station(Less Crowded)

If the platform at Liziba Station is too crowded, you can take line 2 to Niujiaotuo station(牛角沱站). The view from there is also spectacular.

The Riding Experience of Chongqing Metro Line 2

Don’t just look at it from the street. You should ride it!

Line 2 is built along the Jialing River. It feels less like a subway and more like a sightseeing roller coaster.

• Best Route: Ride from Jiaochangkou to Liziba.
• Best Seat: Try to sit or stand on the side facing the River. You will see amazing views of bridges and skyscrapers.

Best Time to Visit Liziba Station

Avoid weekends and public holidays if possible.

• Morning (9:00–11:00): Fewer people, softer light
• Late afternoon (16:00–18:00): Best lighting for photos
• Evening: Great city atmosphere, but more crowds

Attractions Near Liziba Station

Many of these attractions can be linked in a day trip — for example, walk up through Eling Park, enjoy views, head down to Liziba, then take the metro to Hongya Cave or Jiefangbei for evening vibes.

1. Eling Park – City views and quiet walks

• Distance: Approx. 1.2 km
• Walking: 15–20 minutes (uphill in some sections)
• Metro:
  • Line 2: Liziba → Eling
  • 1 stop, about 3 minutes
• Car ride: Around 5 minutes

✅ Closest attraction
📸 Great route after visiting Liziba Station for city views

2. Jiefangbei – Shopping and City Center

• Distance: Approx. 4 km
• Metro:
  • Line 2: Liziba → Jiaochangkou
  • 15–20 minutes
• Car ride: 15–25 minutes (depending on traffic)
• Walking: Not recommended due to hills

🛍 Best area for shopping, dining, and hotels

3. Hongya Cave – Night Views and Traditional Architecture

• Distance: Approx. 4.5 km
• Metro:
  • Line 2: Liziba → Linjiangmen
  • Walk about 10 minutes
  • Total travel time: 20–25 minutes
• Car ride: 20–30 minutes

🌃 Best visited in the evening for night views

Liziba Station Chongqing is more than a viral photo spot. It shows how the city adapts to mountains, limited space, and modern life.

With easy transportation and clear viewing areas, it is one of the must-see urban wonders in Chongqing.

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