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Nanjing — China travel

14 Days in Nanjing

Two weeks in China's ancient capital for deep historical immersion.

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Best time: March-May or September-NovemberBudget: luxury

Quick Answer

Is 14 days enough for Nanjing?

14 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

14-day Nanjing itinerary at a glance

Use our full Nanjing travel guide as the base and adapt it to 14 days. Keep the city's three signature attractions as the backbone; fill the rest with neighborhood walks, food markets, and an easy day trip.

Ming Xiaoling (multiple)Nanjing Museum (multiple)City Wall (repeated)Qinhuai (daily)
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Day 1

Purple Mountain

First day.

Ming Xiaoling Tomb, Nanjing, China
  1. Ming Xiaoling Tomb
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Day 2

Nanjing Museum

Full morning.

Nanjing Museum, Nanjing, China
  1. Nanjing Museum
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Day 3

City Wall

Wall circuit.

Zhonghua Gate Castle, Nanjing, China
  1. Zhonghua Gate Castle
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Day 4

Qinhuai

Evening.

Qinhuai River, Nanjing, China
  1. Qinhuai River
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Day 5

Ming Xiaoling 2

Return.

Scenes from Nanjing, China
  1. Ming Xiaoling Tomb
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Day 6

Museum 2

Second visit.

Scenes from Nanjing, China
  1. Nanjing Museum
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Day 7

Yangtze

River walk.

Scenes from Nanjing, China
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Day 8

Purple 3

Third visit.

Scenes from Nanjing, China
  1. Ming Xiaoling Tomb
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Day 9

Food Culture

Duck tour.

Confucius Temple (Fuzimiao), Nanjing, China
  1. Confucius Temple (Fuzimiao)
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Day 10

Qinhuai 2

Second boat.

  1. Qinhuai River
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Day 11

Wall Again

Different section.

  1. Zhonghua Gate Castle
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Day 12

Museum 3

Third visit.

  1. Nanjing Museum
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Day 13

Local Life

Markets.

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Day 14

Final

Last walk.

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Budget for 14 days in Nanjing

TierPer day14 days total
BackpackerUSD $50–$80USD $700–$1,120
Mid-rangeUSD $100–$200USD $1,400–$2,800
LuxuryUSD $300+USD $4,200+

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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 the center of Nanjing?
Nanjing's main airport connects to the city center via airport bus, taxi, or metro where available. See the airport transfer section of our Nanjing guide.
Can I use 14 days for both Nanjing and a side trip?
Yes — with 14 days you can pair Nanjing with one nearby city (e.g. a short rail or bus 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.