- MAR - MAY25°5°
- JUN - SEP32°21°
- OCT - NOV23°7°
- DEC - FEB10°-1°
Top things to do in Nanjing
Transport in Nanjing
Hotels in Nanjing
Reviews of Nanjing activities
Nanjing at a glance
Quick facts about Nanjing
Local weather
℉℃Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
Chinese Yuan
1JPY = 0.04CNY
Official languages
Chinese
Best time to visit
OCT - NOV
Autumn Season is the best time to visit, when the weather is cool and dry
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
2 hours
When departing from Hong Kong
What to know before visiting Nanjing
What Nanjing is best known for
Nanjing draws bookings mostly for Tours, followed by Zoos & aquariums and Museums, with Historical sites and Cultural experiences rounding out the top categories. Klook booking data shows a strong seasonal rhythm: demand peaks in January and falls to a trough in August. That pattern means visitors who want lively city atmosphere and fully running experiences should aim for the busier months, while travellers seeking calmer galleries and sites can find quieter conditions in late summer. Decide whether you want peak-season buzz or quieter exploration — Klook booking data helps you time it.
Best months to visit and price trends
Demand on Klook peaks in January and is at its quietest in August, while prices across the year move independently at times: prices are typically lowest in August and reach their upper end in May, so crowds and costs don't always match. If you want smaller crowds and lower median prices, consider travelling in August or September; if you prefer peak-season atmosphere and don't mind higher prices, January or May suit that mood. Choose lower prices or peak-season atmosphere.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Peak demand | HKD 101 |
| February | About average | HKD 156 |
| March | Quieter than usual | HKD 148 |
| April | Busier than usual | HKD 148 |
| May | Busier than usual | HKD 172 |
| June | About average | HKD 148 |
| July | About average | HKD 78 |
| August | Very quiet | HKD 70 |
| September | Very quiet | HKD 94 |
| October | Very quiet | HKD 101 |
| November | About average | HKD 101 |
| December | Busier than usual | HKD 117 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Where to base yourself in the city
Klook booking data shows typical nightly hotel prices range across districts: Xuanwu is the most affordable, typically around HKD 429 per night, while Yuhuatai is the priciest, typically around HKD 834 — roughly 49% higher than Xuanwu. The lower-priced end tends to suit travellers prioritising budget and more economical stays, while the pricier districts suit those wanting a more upmarket hotel experience and are willing to pay more. These Klook figures let you balance cost against the kind of stay you prefer.
Tips for travellers from Hong Kong
On Klook, most travellers book experiences about 10 days ahead, while the earliest planners book around 22 days out; last-minute bookings are common up to 6 days before travel. Because typical booking lead times are longer than a week, treat your trip as a short-term plan and lock in must-do Tours earlier, especially for January and May when demand rises. For quieter months like August, you can afford more flexibility. Use Klook to compare options and secure those experiences you really want with confidence, based on past booking patterns.
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Top destinations
Top Activities and Tours
- 1 Nanjing Niushoushan + Laomendong Cultural Tourism Zone Half-Day Tour
- 2 Nanjing Presidential Palace + Grand Bao'en Temple + Mount Niushou + Confucius Temple One-Day Tour
- 3 Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo
- 4 Nanjing Happy Valley Ticket
- 5 Nanjing Private Guided Day Tour: Nanjing Presidential Palace, Grand Bao'en Temple Heritage Site, Niushou Mountain, Confucius Temple
- 6 Nanjing Grand Bao'en Temple and City Wall Museum Full-Day City Highlights Tour
- 7 5-day China tour of Nanjing, Suzhou, and Shanghai
- 8 Nanjing Jinling Dream of Splendor Imperial Banquet Experience (Nanjing's Must-Visit Imperial Banquet Restaurant + A Dual Feast for the Eyes and Taste Buds + Opera and Guzheng Chinese Culture + Immersive Experience of Ancient Emperors' Glory)
- 9 3-Day Nanjing Tour (Taste authentic local snacks + Free Qinhuai River cruise)
- 10 Nanjing Republic Era Day Tour
- 11 Nanjing Van Gogh Starry Sky Art Museum Ticket
