Nanjing, the ancient capital of 10 dynasties, sits on the lower Yangtze River in Jiangsu Province. It blends profound history, graceful Jiangnan scenery, unique Republican-era charm and iconic local duck cuisine.
1. Best Time to Visit
- Spring (Mar–May)：Cherry blossoms at Jiming Temple, plum blossoms at Meihua Mountain, mild weather
- Autumn (Sep–Nov)：Golden ginkgoes & red maples at Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum and Qixia Mountain, the most photogenic season
- Summer (Jun–Aug): Hot & humid; Winter (Dec–Feb): Cold, fewer tourists
2. How to Get There
By High-Speed Train (Most Convenient)
- Nanjing South Railway Station: Major hub
- Shanghai → 1–1.5h | Beijing → 3.5–4h | Hangzhou → 1.5h
By Air
Nanjing Lukou International Airport offers direct flights to Asia, Europe and North America. Metro S1 connects downtown.
City Transport
Metro covers all core attractions; buses & shared e-bikes work well for Zhongshan Scenic Area.
3. Top Must-See Attractions
A. Zhongshan Scenic Area (Purple Mountain) – Half of Nanjing’s history
- Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s Mausoleum
Free entry (reservation required), closed Mondays. Climb 392 stone steps for panoramic city views, solemn memorial architecture.
- Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum (UNESCO World Heritage)
Ticket ¥70. The 600-year-old sacred stone elephant road is famous for autumn ginkgo and maple scenery; tomb of the first Ming emperor Zhu Yuanzhang.
- Meiling Palace
Ticket ¥30. Bird’s-eye view shows plane trees form a giant pearl necklace, classic Republican villa for Madame Soong May-ling.
- Music Platform
Green lawn with pigeons, ideal for casual photos between scenic spots.
B. Confucius Temple & Qinhuai River
- Free pedestrian block; night river cruise ¥80–100. Glowing red lanterns, ancient waterfront buildings, the poetic "Boat Lights on Qinhuai" scene.
- Side spots: Jiangnan Imperial Examination Hall, Wuyi Lane (ancient noble families’ residences).
C. Laomendong Historic District
Restored Ming-Qing alleyways with grey tiles, horse-head walls. Less crowded than Confucius Temple; full of snack stalls, teahouses and boutiques. Great for daytime strolling and food hunting.
D. Nanjing Museum
One of China’s top three national museums, free (reservation needed, closed Mondays). Don’t miss the Republic of China Hall (retro street scene) and precious Yunjin brocade artifacts with 430,000 collections total.
E. Presidential Palace
Ticket ¥35. A landmark of modern Chinese history, mixing Chinese courtyard and Western architecture. Witnesses Qing governors, Taiping Rebellion and Republican government eras; allocate 3 hours for a full visit.
F. Other Iconic Sites
- Jiming Temple: Famous cherry blossom viewing spot in spring, ancient Buddhist temple beside Xuanwu Lake.
- Xuanwu Lake: Free city lake, walk along the ancient city wall for sunset views.
- Niushou Mountain: Grand Buddhist palace with a giant Buddha’s skull relic, spectacular underground thousand-Buddha hall.
- Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall: Free entry (reservation mandatory), a solemn site to remember history, maintain respectful silence during the visit.
- Zhonghua Gate City Wall: The world’s largest surviving ancient city gate, hidden troop caves inside, perfect for sunset walks on the wall.
4. Nanjing Local Food (Duck Capital of China)
Signature Main Dish
Salted Duck (Yan Shui Ya) – City symbol, tender, lightly salty, eaten cold. Recommended stores: Han Fuxing, Zhang Yun Duck Shop; vacuum packs for souvenirs.
Must-Try Street Snacks
- Duck Blood Vermicelli Soup: Rich broth with duck offal and thin noodles
- Beef Potstickers: Crispy golden crust, juicy minced beef filling
- Chicken Soup Soup Dumplings: Savory soup inside thin wrappers
- Sweet Taro Porridge with Osmanthus: Creamy, sweet osmanthus dessert
- Pidu Noodles: Local breakfast staple with fried pork skin and thick broth
Food Streets
Laomendong, Confucius Temple Food Street, Mingwalang, Shiziqiao Food Street
5. Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Day 1: City Center & Qinhuai Night View
Morning: Jiming Temple → Xuanwu Lake
Afternoon: Nanjing Museum
Evening: Laomendong for snacks → Confucius Temple + Qinhuai River cruise
Day 2: Purple Mountain Historic Zone
Whole day: Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum → Ming Xiaoling → Meiling Palace → Music Platform (rent e-bike for easier travel)
Day 3: Modern & Ming History
Morning: Presidential Palace
Afternoon: Zhonghua City Wall / Niushou Mountain (choose one)
Evening: Local snack market for dinner
6. Practical Travel Tips
- Reservation Rule: All free sites (Nanjing Museum, Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Massacre Memorial) require online reservation one day in advance.
- Payment: Alipay & WeChat Pay are universal; link Visa/Mastercard to mobile wallets before arrival. Cash only needed for tiny street stalls.
- Souvenirs: Yunjin brocade, Yuhua rain flower stones, vacuum-packed salted duck, Qinhuai lanterns.
- Accommodation Suggestions: Stay near Xinjiekou (metro hub) or Confucius Temple for convenient dining and transport.
- Etiquette: Keep quiet at the Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall; no loud chatting or casual photography.
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