Things to do in Nanjing

What to expect in Nanjing

The Things to Do catalogue here is led by Tours, followed by Zoos & aquariums, Museums, Historical sites and Cultural experiences, so you’ll find a mix of guided sightseeing and shorter cultural or museum visits to suit different trip styles. That spread means travellers can use Nanjing for both structured full-day excursions and quick stops at museums or historical sites. Demand peaks in April and is quietest in July, so experiences are busiest in April and much easier to book in July. Overall, the city works for travellers who want a balance of guided tours and self-paced cultural visits.

Choosing what to book in Nanjing

A key choice is whether you want a full guided day or shorter self-guided visits: Tours offer the widest range and can suit travellers who want either budget or premium options, while smaller categories tend to be more narrowly priced. Tours show a typical price of SGD 51 with an entry-level around SGD 45 and upper-end near SGD 93, giving the most variation to match different budgets.

For quick gaps in an itinerary, Museums are the most affordable way in with a typical price of SGD 6, and categories like Zoos & aquariums have very little price variation so shopping around gains little—Zoos & aquariums show a typical price of SGD 15. Mid-range categories such as Historical sites and Cultural experiences sit between these extremes and are where what’s included can vary the most.

When travellers from Singapore book

Most travellers book about 10 days ahead, while the earliest planners book around 22 days in advance. That means plan on booking one to two weeks ahead for typical travel; peak months in April are when adding a little extra cushion matters most.

How prices compare across categories

The table below shows how Nanjing’s top categories compare on price so you can place a budget before choosing.

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.