Nanjing Museum Travel Guide

Basic Information and Transportation Nanjing Museum is one of the three major museums in China, located on Zhongshan East Road in Xuanwu District. It is about a 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Minggugong Station on Metro Line 2. If you are driving, you can park in the nearby parking lots. The museum is open from 09:00 to 17:00 (closed on Mondays). Admission is free but requires real-name reservation. Reservations open at 18:00 daily for the next 7 days, with time slots in the morning (09:00-13:00) and afternoon (12:00-16:00). If you miss your time slot, you will not be allowed to enter. Seniors over 70, military personnel, and others are exempt from reservations and can register on-site for entry. Must-See Exhibits and Route Planning The museum is divided into six major exhibition halls. Recommended routes: Essential Route: History Hall (home to the museum's treasures) → Special Exhibition Hall (Golden Beast, Qianlong Revolving Vase) → Republic of China Hall (retro street scenes) → Digital Hall (interactive technology). In-Depth Route: Special Exhibition Hall → Art Hall → Intangible Cultural Heritage Hall (traditional crafts and tea house performances). Museum Treasures: History Hall: Western Han Dynasty Jade Burial Suit, Brick Painting of the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove, Glazed Archway of the Grand Bao'en Temple. Special Exhibition Hall: Qianlong Revolving Vase (with a rotatable inner container), Golden Beast from the Warring States Period (the largest gold artifact in the country). Republic of China Hall: Replica of a Republic of China street, perfect for photos and buying cultural and creative products. Practical Tips Guided Services: Official guided tours (100 RMB for up to 10 people) or rent an audio guide (20 RMB). AR glasses are available for rent in the Special Exhibition Hall (50 RMB). Avoiding Crowds: On weekends, it is recommended to enter at 9 AM to avoid the peak hours from 11 AM to 2 PM. The Art Hall entrance usually has shorter lines. Special Exhibitions and Events: The museum regularly hosts themed exhibitions (such as "Jade of China"). For details, check the official WeChat account. Nearby Attractions Nearby are the Ming Palace Ruins and Zhongshan Gate City Wall, which can be combined for a half-day tour. If you have more time, it is recommended to attend the evening performances at the Intangible Cultural Heritage Hall (tickets required in advance) or listen to Pingtan at the old teahouse. Nanjing Museum combines history, art, and technology. It is recommended to allocate 3-4 hours for an in-depth visit to experience the splendor and innovation of 5,000 years of Chinese civilization!