City Introduction
Chongqing, one of China's four direct-controlled municipalities, is a sprawling metropolis where mountains meet rivers and modernity embraces tradition. Known as the "Mountain City" for its dramatic topography, this urban giant of 34 million people rose to become China's fourth-largest economy in 2024. Nestled at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers, Chongqing offers golfers a unique highland experience with courses carved into hillsides, winding fairways through valleys, and stunning river vistas. Since becoming a municipality in 1997, Chongqing has developed into a vibrant golf destination with world-class facilities and a growing reputation in Chinese golf.

Why Golf Here?
Chongqing is home to more than 10 golf courses, many designed by legendary architects including Jack Nicklaus and Brian Curley. The city's mountainous terrain creates naturally challenging layouts with dramatic elevation changes, winding fairways, and strategic bunkering rarely found elsewhere. Chongqing has emerged as a significant force in Chinese golf, hosting professional tournaments including the China Tour, European Challenge Tour, and the prestigious National Golf Championship—a decade-long commitment at Chongqing Poly Golf Club. The city has produced remarkable local talent, including Zhou Yanhan who won four consecutive Chongqing Opens from 2022 to 2025. From Nicklaus-designed championship layouts to riverside courses with Jialing River views, Chongqing's diverse golf portfolio offers unforgettable challenges. The city's strategic location and year-round playability make it an emerging golf destination in Southwest China.

Best Season to Visit
The optimal time for golf in Chongqing is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when temperatures are mild, humidity is lower, and skies are clearer. Spring offers pleasant weather around 11-26°C ideal for full-day rounds, though occasional light fog may appear. Autumn provides cool conditions with stunning red, orange, and yellow foliage. Summer (June to August) can be extremely hot and humid—Chongqing is one of China's "Three Furnaces"—making morning rounds essential. Winter (December to February) is surprisingly playable with chilly mornings but warm afternoons, plus discounted green fees and quieter courses.

Must-Try Food

• Chongqing Hotpot: The city's signature dish—a numbingly spicy broth filled with chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns, where diners cook thinly sliced meat, offal, and vegetables tableside. Born in Chongqing, best experienced on Bayi Food Street near Liberation Square.

• Jianghu Cuisine: Bold, rustic "rivers and lakes" dishes featuring spicy stir-fried rabbit, pork, and freshwater fish.

• Xiaomian Noodles: Chongqing's famous spicy noodles tossed in chili oil, Sichuan pepper, and crushed peanuts—a local breakfast staple.

• Ciqi Kou Street Food: Traditional snacks including roasted peanuts, sticky rice balls, and candied hawthorn at the historic porcelain port.

Must-See Attractions

• Hongya Cave: An 11-story stilted complex on the Jialing River, blending ancient Bayu folk architecture with modern commerce. Over 3,000 years of history are reflected in its breathtaking night illuminations.

• Yangtze River Cable Car: A 5-minute ride offering panoramic views of the Yangtze River and Chongqing's dramatic skyline—a nostalgic and unforgettable experience.

• Liziba Station: Where Light Rail Line 2 famously passes through a residential building, showcasing Chongqing's "miracle city" engineering.

• Ciqikou Ancient Town: A 1,000-year-old porcelain port with stone slopes, red lanterns, and traditional architecture—perfect for wandering and souvenir hunting.

• Wulong Karst National Geological Park: A 2.5-hour drive from the city, this UNESCO-listed landscape features majestic limestone mountains, glass-floor observation decks at 225 metres, and trails through dramatic gorges.

• Jiefangbei (Liberation Monument): The spiritual heart of Chongqing, surrounded by bustling shopping streets.

• Chaotianmen Dock: Where the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers meet, offering spectacular night cruise views.

Chongqing Golf Course Guide

Plan your Chongqing golf adventure—where mountain city drama meets championship fairways, and the world's spiciest hotpot awaits after every round!