What to do in Nanjing

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Nanjing Attractions

Coming up: Nanjing! You're ready to set a course in a different direction. Always up for unique ways to get your kicks and broaden your horizons, you're prepared to discover an exciting travel spot from top to bottom. Book your activities now, and all that's left to do is count the days until your escape and start daydreaming, because Expedia Canada makes it easy to book tons of things to do.

  • The activities in Nanjing are not only topnotch, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 82 things to do here, and you can reserve them starting at just CA $116 . Get your favourite adventures on Expedia Canada for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a fancy hotel or decadent dinner while you're visiting.
  • Nanjing is popular among sightseers like yourself. In fact, many travellers have been visiting Nanjing to learn about local history and culture and find the top activities, and a good amount of these travellers can't wait to return. The top things to do can grab the attention of even seasoned travellers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our list includes an impressive variety of culturally based excursions and opportunities for excitement. With unique ways to explore the best this area has to provide like a Historical & Cultural Monuments Full-Day Tour with Lunch, there is an abundance of things to do to choose from when you consider all the options available here at Expedia Canada.

It takes a game plan to really get the most out of Nanjing, particularly when you want to schedule in trips to museums and outdoor activities. And we realize you don't want to hunker down in your hotel room—you're ready to get out and play. You're thrilled to sign up for the top activities around, and an afternoon walk through charming neighbourhoods is an adventure all its own. Our activities are the perfect way to organize your trip. Book professional area tours on Expedia Canada, and you'll never get lost.


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Xinjiekou

The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Xinjiekou. Check out Nanjing Library while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Daxinggong Station or Xinjiekou Station to get around town.

Xinjiekou
Nanjing featuring night scenes, a river or creek and a sunset

Xuan Wu

4/5(2 area reviews)

The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Xuan Wu. Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Presidential Palace are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Mount Jiuhua Station or Jimingsi Station to get around the larger area.

Xuan Wu
Old bomb shelter, turned government parking garage, turned awesome bookstore.

Gulou

5/5(5 area reviews)

The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Gulou. Nanjing Drum Tower and Jiangsu Nanjing TV Tower are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Xinmofanmalu Station or Caochangmen Nanyi Second Division Station to get around the larger area.

Gulou
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Jiangning

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Jiangning is well-liked for its mountain views and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Niushoushan Forest Park and Nanjing Gingko Lake are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Mozhoudonglu Station or Zhengfang­zhonglu Station to get around.

Jiangning
Temple of Confucius which includes religious aspects, signage and a temple or place of worship

Fuzimiao Area

Well-liked for its museums and monuments, Fuzimiao Area is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Temple of Confucius and Taiping Heavenly Kingdom History Museum, and jump on the metro at Fuzimiao Station to get around the city.

Fuzimiao Area
Statue representing peace at the end of the Nanjing Massacre Memorial.

Jian Ye

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

The bars and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Jian Ye. Nanjing Olympic Sports Center and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Xinglongdajie Station or Mengdu Street East Station to get around the larger area.

Jian Ye

Day trip destinations from Nanjing