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10 Days in Nanjing

Ten days to fully experience Nanjing's ancient capital heritage.

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Best time: March-May or September-NovemberBudget: mid-range

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Is 10 days enough for Nanjing?

10 days lets you go beyond Nanjing's core into neighborhoods, food markets, and one or two day trips at a relaxed pace.

Source: NihaoVisit Nanjing guide

10-day Nanjing itinerary at a glance

Use our full Nanjing travel guide as the base and adapt it to 10 days. The shortest 10-day trips should focus on the city's three signature attractions; longer stays add neighborhood walks, food markets, and a high-speed rail day trip.

Ming Xiaoling (three visits)Sun Yat-sen MausoleumNanjing Museum (two visits)City WallQinhuai River
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Day 1

Purple Mountain

First day.

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Day 2

Nanjing Museum

Full morning.

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Day 3

City Wall

Full circuit.

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Day 4

Qinhuai

Evening boat.

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Day 5

Ming Xiaoling 2

Hiking trails.

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Day 6

Museum 2

Return visit.

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Day 7

Taiping History

Taiping Rebellion sites.

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Day 8

Yangtze

River walk.

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Day 9

Local Food

Duck blood soup tour.

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Day 10

Final

Last morning.

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Budget for 10 days in Nanjing

TierPer day10 days total
BackpackerUSD $50–$80USD $500–$800
Mid-rangeUSD $100–$200USD $1,000–$2,000
LuxuryUSD $300+USD $3,000+

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Frequently asked questions

What is the daily budget for Nanjing?
Budget travelers: USD $50–$80/day. Mid-range: $100–$200/day. Luxury: $300+/day. These cover hotel, three meals, transit, and one paid attraction per day.
Do I need a visa to visit Nanjing?
It depends on your passport — see our <a href="/china-visa-2026/">China visa guide</a> for the latest country-by-country list. Most Western passport holders can enter visa-free for 30 days as of 2026.
How do I get from the airport to Nanjing city center?
Nanjing's main airport connects to the city center via metro, express train, or airport bus. See the airport transfer section of our Nanjing guide.
Can I use 10 days for both Nanjing and a side trip?
Yes — with 10 days you can pair Nanjing with one nearby city (e.g. a high-speed rail side trip) and still have buffer days.
Is Nanjing safe for tourists?
Yes. Nanjing has very low violent crime rates and is widely considered safe for foreign tourists. Standard petty-theft precautions apply. See our <a href="/is-china-safe-2026/">is China safe</a> page.

See also: Nanjing travel guide, China visa 2026, China trip cost.