8 Days & 7 Nights! Pack Nanjing's Romance and Heritage into Your Suitcase!
by LAYNE SOTO
May 15, 2025
Hey travel buddies!! Want to deeply explore this ancient capital with millennia of history? This ultra-comprehensive 8-day itinerary covers everything from historic sites to breathtaking scenery, guiding you step-by-step through Jinling (Nanjing)!
🌆Day 1: First Encounter with Jinling's Charm
Recharge at your hotel after landing! Head straight to Confucius Temple and Qinhuai River in the afternoon - the bluestone paths and antique architecture will immerse you in history📜! Stomach growling at night? Must try duck blood vermicelli soup, followed by succulent salted duck, paired with Qinhuai's evening breeze - absolutely divine!
🏛️Day 2: A Time-Traveling Journey
Morning visit to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, walking up along the phoenix tree avenue to pay respects - profoundly solemn! Afternoon at Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum and Plum Blossom Hill, where Ming Dynasty imperial tombs create cinematic grandeur! Evening stroll at Xuanwu Lake Park's lakeside scenery will heal your soul~
📚Day 3: Museum Lover's Paradise
Whole day at Nanjing Museum! Countless artifacts narrate Jiangsu's history from ancient to modern times! Afternoon at Presidential Palace touches Republic of China history - the fusion architecture is fascinating~ A day of visual and intellectual feast!
💔Day 4: Moments to Remember History
Morning at Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall - the heavy history will bring tears🕯️. Afternoon at Yuhuatai Martyrs' Memorial Park honors revolutionary heroes. This day brings both shock and remembrance.
🌸Day 5: Mountain Romance
Autumn calls for Qixia Mountain's crimson maple leaves🍁; spring brings cherry blossom showers🌸 - ultimate romance! Afternoon at Qixia Temple's Buddhist tranquility will calm your heart~
🙏Day 6: Buddhist Wonders & Riverside Charm
Morning at Niushou Mountain Cultural Tourism Area stuns with magnificent Foding Palace and Pagoda - every shot is postcard-worthy! Afternoon at Nanjing Eye Pedestrian Bridge offers Yangtze River breezes and sparkling waters - pure bliss~
🏰Day 7: Old City Wall Nostalgia
Morning at Zhonghua Gate Castle reveals Ming Dynasty defensive wisdom! Afternoon in Laomendong's lantern-lit alleys with snack aromas and artsy shops captures old Nanjing's vibe~
🛍️Day 8: Homeward Bound with Memories
Final day for free exploration! Pick Nanjing brocade or Yuhua stones as souvenirs, revisit favorite spots~ Say goodbye with cherished memories - till next time!
💡Pro Tips:
✅ Summer heat protection/winter warmth - Nanjing has big seasonal swings!
✅ Metro/buses cover most attractions conveniently!
✅ Book popular sites in advance!
✅ Savory snacks are tempting but bring digestive aids~
Save this guide and embark to discover every beautiful facet of Nanjing! 💕
Post by LAYNE SOTO | May 15, 2025
















