One Day Adventure in Nanjing: History, Culture, and Cuisine

Day 1: History and Culture

Nanjing, China

8:00AM

Breakfast at The Bookworm

Kickstart your day at The Bookworm, a cozy café offering a diverse breakfast menu that includes delicious Western and Chinese breakfast options.
Head south on Hunan Road from your hotel to reach The Bookworm in about 15 minutes by taxi.
CNY 60, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit the Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall

After breakfast, immerse yourself in history at the Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, a site honoring the victims and detailing the events of this significant time.
Take a taxi from The Bookworm to the memorial hall, which takes about 15 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Nanjing Impressions

Savor traditional Nanjing cuisine at Nanjing Impressions, where you can try famous dishes like salted duck or dumplings.
A quick 10-minute taxi ride will take you to Nanjing Impressions from the memorial hall.
CNY 100, 1.5 hours

1:45PM

Explore the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum

Post-lunch, take a stroll through the serene grounds of the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, which showcases stunning Ming Dynasty architecture and lush greenery.
Catch a taxi for a 25-minute ride to the mausoleum in the Purple Mountain area.
CNY 70, 2 hours

4:00PM

Visit the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum

Continue your afternoon by visiting the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, an impressive monument with beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes.
It's a short 10-minute taxi ride from the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum to Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum.
CNY 30, 1 hour

5:30PM

Walk in Xuanwu Lake Park

Take a leisurely stroll or rent a bicycle in Xuanwu Lake Park, enjoying the scenic views of the lake and the city skyline.
A 15-minute taxi ride will take you to Xuanwu Lake Park, perfect for an evening unwind.
Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant

End your day with a sumptuous dinner at Nanxiang Steamed Bun Restaurant, famous for its juicy soup dumplings and other traditional dishes.
Take a taxi for a 15-minute ride to the restaurant from Xuanwu Lake Park.
CNY 120, 1.5 hours

8:30PM

Evening walk at Qinhuai River

Finish off your evening with a relaxing walk along the beautifully lit Qinhuai River, witnessing the vibrant atmosphere and enjoying the night views.
A short 10-minute taxi ride will take you to the Qinhuai River area for a soothing stroll.
Free, 1 hour
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