Houbao Street
Houbao Street is a place full of stories and charm. It has nostalgic districts, communities that let you feel the pace of old Chongqing life, and great viewpoints that capture the city's beautiful scenery.
2. Travel Route
(1) Super 80s District
Starting from Exit 2 of the Houbao Station on Metro Line 10, an exciting journey begins. The Super 80s District is full of surprises, with charming train installations🚂, retro shops, and cute dolls everywhere, making it feel like a time tunnel. Along the way, there are numerous beverage and dessert shops🍨, with affordable prices to keep your energy up during your stroll, making it perfect for hanging out and taking photos with friends📷.
(2) Houbao Park
Continuing forward, you arrive at Houbao Park, which is shaded by greenery🌳 and has fresh air. Inside the old community, there are various specialty shops near the riverbank, offering expansive views. Here, you can leisurely enjoy the scenery, sip a rich coffee☕ or a refreshing cup of Ba Ba tea🍵, and savor a relaxing time.
3. Food Recommendations
(1) Swimin Café
📍 Located in Houbao Park, with transparent glass windows giving views of the high rises in Yuzhong District; the height differences of the buildings indeed create an urban ambiance.
The second floor offers even wider views, with a platform where you can capture the city's skyline📸.
(2) Hefa National Dessert
Freshly made every day at affordable prices. As a 15-year old brand, it's handcrafted and all-natural with zero additives, safe for both the elderly and children to enjoy. Whether refreshing yourself on the stroll or as an afternoon tea dessert, it’s perfect🍵.
(3) Community Specialty Stores
Within the Houbao community, there are many local delicacies like Jiang Yi Wan, Sister's Restaurant, and Shandong Dumplings. Not only are they affordable, but they also showcase local flavors. Additionally, the cute IP image of Xiang Ya Ju, “Yaya”, is delightful🦆, with these small shops brightening residents' quality of life.
4. Photo Spots
(1) Super 80s District
The retro buildings and decorations make a perfect background. Whether taking photos with the little train or posing in front of the retro shops, you can capture stunning nostalgic images.
(2) Houbao Park
The viewing platform by the river can capture both the river view and the city's scenery in the frame. The wide view from the second-floor platform and the interesting text on the glass railing add fun to your photos. The transparent glass windows affording views of Yuzhong District’s height differences provide a
