Dare to Soar: Unveiling the Thrills of Chongqing’s Raffles City Exploration Deck

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A height that will make most people say “no” – except for the brave souls ready for an adventure.

At Chongqing’s Raffles City Exploration Deck, this exhilarating experience becomes a reality.

Nestled at the confluence of the Jialing and Yangtze rivers, this iconic building offers an unparalleled location. From this vantage point, you’ll enjoy a breathtaking 270-degree panoramic view of Chongqing’s stunning landscape, where mountains meet the bustling metropolis.

Raffle City Exploration Deck

Phone 023-63986333

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Location Chongqing Raffle City

Admission 120 CNY

Getting Here

Line 1

Take Metro Line 1 and get off at Chaotianmen Station. Take exit 2.

Line 6

Take Metro Line 6 and get off at Xiaoshizi Station. Take exit 8.

Things to See

A Journey Through Time

Photo by Xu Can 徐灿.

Your adventure begins in the exhibition hall, showcasing the past, present, and future of Chongqing. This immersive experience sets the stage for what’s to come.

As you walk through the mesmerizing hallways, you might feel a delightful sense of disorientation, as if you’re travelling through a time capsule that propels you into the future. The anticipation builds as you approach the elevator—a marvel of engineering that whisks you to a height of 270 meters in just a few seconds. That’s like ascending 70 floors in the blink of an eye!

Step Into the Crystal Hall

Once the elevator doors slide open, you’ll step into the magnificent Crystal Hall, where trees have been thoughtfully incorporated into the design. Can you imagine how these trees feel, standing so high above the ground? One might wonder if they experience altitude sickness or if they thrive in this lofty environment.

As you exit the Crystal Hall, you officially enter the observation deck, and the thrill intensifies. Here, a glass floor awaits—one of the best parts of the entire experience. You can see right beneath your feet, a heart-pounding view that will test your courage.

Challenge Yourself

Challenge 1: Walk on the glass floor

Feel the height by standing on top of the glass floor. Photo by Jiang Ji Hang 蒋继航.

Are you ready to push your boundaries? Walk on the glass floor and feel the exhilaration of standing above the city.

Challenge 2: Take a swing

Photo by CQLiving 华龙网.

Try the swing for a rush of adrenaline as you soar above the landscape.

Ultimate Challenge: Go on for a skywalk

Photo by @capitaland via Instagram

Embark on the skywalk, where you’ll walk atop the sky bridge, fully exposed to the fresh air of Chongqing.

Standing on the Raffles City Exploration Deck is not just a visit; it’s an extraordinary experience that captures the magic of Chongqing.

Will you embrace the heights and challenge yourself?