Travel to Qixia District, Nanjing, Jiangsu
Qixia District, Nanjing, Jiangsu — a cultural hub in the eastern outskirts of Jinling, home to Qixia Mountain, Swallow Rock, Nanjing Museum Branch, Mu Yan Riverside Scenic Area and other famous attractions. A 2-day experience perfectly blending natural landscapes and historical culture.
Qixia District Two-Day Autumn Charm Culture Tour
Enjoy maple leaves and pay homage to Buddha, view waves by the river, gain knowledge in museums, stroll along the riverside
Morning climb Qixia Mountain to enjoy the red leaves covering the hills; midday visit Qixia Temple to experience Buddhist culture; evening tour Swallow Rock to watch the sunset over the Yangtze River.
- Hotels near Xianlin University Town
- Guesthouses at the foot of Qixia Mountain
- Hotels in Maigaoqiao commercial area
- Qixia Vegetarian Meal
- Yangtze River Fresh Fish
- Osmanthus Duck
- Yuhua Tea
- Dongshan Old Goose
- Best maple viewing time at Qixia Mountain is mid-November to early December
- Wear non-slip hiking shoes
- Swallow Rock is windy, keep warm
- Consider buying combo tickets for better value
Morning visit the Nanjing Museum Branch to learn about history and culture; midday stroll through Mu Yan Riverside Scenic Area to enjoy the river view; evening depart and conclude the trip.
- Metro Lines 2 and 4 reach major attractions in Qixia District
- Bus routes cover all tourist areas
- Tourist shuttle buses connect scenic spots
- Starting fare for city taxis is about 11 yuan
- Qixia Mountain: 25 RMB (40 RMB peak season)
- Qixia Temple: Included in Qixia Mountain ticket
- Swallow Rock: 15 RMB
- Nanjing Museum Branch: Free
- Mu Yan Riverside Scenic Area: Free
- Advance reservation required for Nanjing Museum Branch
- Riverside Scenic Area is suitable for cycling tours
- Recommended to taste seasonal Yangtze River fresh fish
- Spring outings and autumn maple viewing are the best travel seasons
Must-Try Foods in Qixia District
Qixia Vegetarian Meal
Qixia Temple's special vegetarian cuisine, made from seasonal vegetables, soy products and other ingredients. Delicately prepared with a light and delicious taste, embodying the essence of Buddhist food culture.
Yangtze River Fresh Fish
Qixia District's riverside specialty cuisine, using seasonal Yangtze River fish prepared in various ways. Delicious and fresh, it is an excellent choice for tasting Yangtze River aquatic products.
Osmanthus Duck
Nanjing traditional famous dish, made from high-quality duck seasoned with osmanthus flowers. The meat is tender with a rich aroma, representing one of Nanjing's food culture icons.
Yuhua Tea
Nanjing's special famous tea, named for its origin near Yuhuatai. The tea liquor is clear, the aroma elegant, and the taste refreshing, a fine choice for tea drinking and relaxation.
- Spring (Mar-May): Flowers bloom across the mountains, pleasant climate
- Summer (Jun-Aug): Shady trees, summer resort
- Autumn (Sep-Nov): Red leaves cover the mountains, best maple viewing period
- Winter (Dec-Feb): Snow scenery picturesque, peaceful and serene
- Maple viewing and photo taking at Qixia Mountain
- Meditation and prayer at Qixia Temple for tranquility
- Watch the sunset over the Yangtze River at Swallow Rock
- Cycling and strolling along the Riverside Scenic Area
- Tickets: approx. 80 RMB
- Accommodation: 100-280 RMB/night
- Meals: 60-120 RMB/day
- Transport: 40-100 RMB
- Total: 280-650 RMB
- How to get to Qixia District? → Metro Lines 2 and 4 reach major attractions
- When are the red leaves most beautiful at Qixia Mountain? → Mid-November to early December
- Does the Nanjing Museum Branch require reservations? → Yes, reservations can be made on the official website
- What specialties does Qixia District have? → Yuhua Tea, Yunjin Brocade, Pressed Salted Duck