Chaotianmen ('Gate Facing Heaven') was historically the imperial messenger landing point and one of the 17 ancient gates of Chongqing. Today it's the tip of the Yuzhong peninsula where the Yangtze and Jialing visibly merge — brown vs green water clearly visible. The square sits below Raffles City. Free to walk to the waterfront. From here the 3-9 day Yangtze River cruises depart (book at Trip.com or directly at the pier office). The Three Gorges cruise to Yichang is a popular foreigner itinerary — 4 days, US$300-500 for mid-range cabins. Without the cruise, allocate 30-45 min to walk the waterfront. Best at sunrise when the river mist hangs over the confluence.
Address
Chaotianmen, Yuzhong District, Chongqing
渝中区朝天门
Highlights
- River ConfluenceBrown Yangtze + green Jialing merge visible
- Yangtze Cruise Terminal4-day cruise to Three Gorges from US$300
For foreign visitors
- English service: english tour
- Cards accepted: visa, master
- Booking / entry: required
- Best time: Sunrise for river mist; or dusk with Raffles City lit up
- Wi-Fi: free
- Transit access: metro direct
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What travelers say (3 reviews)
RiversFan·TripAdvisor·4/5
Where Yangtze meets Jialing river. Best sunset spot. Free.
2026-04-10
朝天门·Ctrip·4/5
朝天门两江交汇必看!傍晚最美,配两江游船 ¥158 一小时。
2026-03-18
Pete K.·Google Maps·4/5
Free riverside square. Boat tours leave from here. Combine with Hongya Cave.
2026-02-20
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