📍 Destination Overview
Nanjing, capital of Jiangsu on the Yangtze, is a six-dynasties ancient capital. Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Ming Xiaoling, a World Heritage imperial tomb, head the sights; the Confucius Temple and Qinhuai River evoke the old capital. Known for salted duck, it is an hour from Shanghai.
🗓️ Best Season
Mar
May / Sep—Nov
🕐 Duration
3-5 days
👪 Best For
Photo · Couples · Family
🎯 Highlights
Culture · Food · Nature
💰 Budget
Moderate
🧳 Preparation
Passport · Visa · Insurance
☀️ Best Time to Visit & Climate
🌸 Spring: Mar–May
5–27°C with plum and cherry blossoms—ideal for the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum and city wall.
🍂 Autumn: Sep–Nov
7–28°C as the heat fades, famed for maples on Qixia Mountain and the ginkgo avenues.
January
❄️
7°/-1°
February
🌸
10°/1°
March
🌸
15°/5°
Fair
April
🌸
21°/11°
Best
May
🌸
27°/17°
Best
June
🌧️
29°/22°
July
☀️
32°/25°
August
☀️
32°/25°
September
🍂
28°/20°
Fair
October
🍂
23°/14°
Best
November
🍂
16°/7°
Foliage
December
❄️
10°/1°
📷 Top Attractions
🎯 Nanjing Experiences
Cultural Deep Dive
Historic sites, museums & local culture of Nanjing.
Food Discovery
Taste authentic Chinese cuisine from street food to fine dining.
Outdoor Adventure
Natural scenery & outdoor activities around Nanjing.
Shopping
Local markets, crafts & brand shopping for unique souvenirs.
Nightlife
Bars, shows & nightlife in Nanjing.
The best windows are Mar–May and Sep–Nov. Spring runs 5–27°C with plum and cherry blossoms; autumn brings 7–28°C and the famous maples of Qixia Mountain plus ginkgo avenues. Jul–Aug is scorching (32°C), and winter is damp and cold (January -1°C).
🚌 Transport & Stays
City Transport
✈️
Flight
Domestic/international flights available.
🚗
Car Rental
Best for independent exploration.
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Bus
Local buses connect attractions.
Recommended Stay Areas
🏨 City Center / Old Town
Central Nanjing hotels, convenient & close to attractions.
🏡 B&B / Guesthouse
Local-style B&Bs for an authentic stay.
🏕️ Resort / Estate
Resorts, estates & design hotels for a unique stay.
🏠 Apartment / Rental
Self-catering apartments, great for families & longer stays.
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