Top 20 Family-friendly Attractions in Nanjing
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  • Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zootop_1
    󰺂8.3
    11.77
    Nanjing.Nanjing Railway Station/Hongshan Forest Zoo5.8 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱓊Over 3,000 rare wild animals
    󰌌Monk-faced monkeys | Children's playground
    󱨠Saved by 620 users󱨠13675 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    Nanjing Hongshan Zoo is definitely worth a visit. It's easily accessible, boasts a wide variety of animal species, and even includes different breeds of the same animal from different regions and countries. The red pandas are especially lively and adorable, and there are also koalas, monkeys, apes, and more.

  • Zhongshan Mountain National Parktop_2
    󰺂7.8
    Nanjing.Zijin Mountain Scenic Area/Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum Area6.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Global 50 - Fall Viewing Attractions
    Highlights:
    󰀆Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum Music Stage holiday performances
    Stroll through green tunnels and enjoy family time
    󱨠Saved by 981 users󱨠6813 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    The scenic area is huge! Even after mentally preparing for at least 20,000 steps, I was still shocked to find myself racking up 30,000 steps in a day! The bald cypress trees at Yanque Lake were mesmerizing, like an oil painting, in the autumn morning light. At Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, listening to history was overwhelming. The music stage was so romantic; I sat down, slowed down, and enjoyed a moment of relaxation. Time was too short; I didn't get to visit Meiling Palace yet. Maybe another time!

  • Nanjing Museumtop_3
    󰺂7.3
    Nanjing.The Ming Palace and Nanjing Museum Area3.9 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2024 Asia 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
    Highlights:
    󱓊Nostalgic snacks & old streets
    󱓊The earliest museum in China
    󱨠Saved by 918 users󱨠1888 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    The Nanjing Museum effectively functions as the Jiangsu Provincial Museum. It is one of the earliest museums established in China, comprising a history hall, an art hall, a special exhibition hall, a digital hall, a Republican era hall, and an intangible cultural heritage hall. Admission is free and by reservation only; audio guides are available for a fee. The exhibition showcasing the Republican era is quite unique and unlike any other provincial museum I've seen.

  • The Oriental Metropolitan Museum
    4
    󰺂7.1
    5.3
    Nanjing.Xinjiekou Area/Presidential Palace1.5 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 8 of Best Things to Do in Nanjing
    Highlights:
    󰌌Design exhibit inspires children's creativity
    Celadon Lotus Flower (Treasure-holding)
    󱨠Saved by 256 users󱨠3193 positive reviews
    4.6/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    The set design was fantastic, and there were plenty of rest areas within the exhibition area. Including the B1 archaeological site hall, there were four floors in total, making it quite a fun place to explore. I learned a lot, and most of the exhibits were actual unearthed artifacts. There were also many children at designated points for guided tours, which was excellent.

  • Imperial Examination Museum of China
    5
    󰺂6.6
    8.83
    Nanjing.Confucius Temple/Qinhuai River Scenic Area2.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Stroll through the examination cells and experience the imperial examination culture
    󰋄Feel the charm of ancient literature at the Thousand Character Classic Wall
    󱨠Saved by 352 users󱨠2616 positive reviews
    4.7/5
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    The China Imperial Examination Museum is located east of the Confucius Temple in Nanjing, systematically showcasing the ancient Chinese imperial examination system and culture. Officially opened in 2017, it has been designated a National First-Class Museum and is the largest museum in China dedicated to the imperial examination system. Admission is 50 yuan, and the museum is divided into North and South sections. The North section is larger and contains the main exhibition area; a guided tour takes over an hour. The South section, representing the Jiangnan Examination Hall, is smaller and can be visited in about half an hour.

  • Nanjing Municipal Museum (Chaotian Palace)
    6
    󰺂6.5
    4.54
    Nanjing.Xinjiekou Area/Presidential Palace1.3 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Explore Nanjing's history at the Longpan Huju Exhibition
    󰋄Admire traditional architectural art at the Dragon Sculpture
    󱨠Saved by 166 users󱨠1195 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    A museum well worth a visit. Located in Chaotian Palace, the site is the most complete existing Ming and Qing dynasty official architectural complex in Jiangnan, carrying the echoes of 2,500 years of history since the Spring and Autumn Period. Originally built during the Hongwu reign of the Ming dynasty and rebuilt in the fifth year of the Tongzhi reign of the Qing dynasty, the ancient architectural complex faces south, with the Confucian Temple in the center, the prefectural school on the east, and the government offices on the west, its layout rigorous and its atmosphere solemn. The finest cultural relics are housed in the hall to the left of the Chong Sheng Hall. The museum displays a dazzling array of over 100,000 artifacts, telling the story of the elegance of the Six Dynasties and the splendor of the Ming dynasty. National treasures such as the blue-and-white porcelain plum vase depicting Xiao He chasing Han Xin and the jade belt with gold-inlaid cloud and dragon patterns are breathtaking. In the exhibition hall, white porcelain relief vases, gold ornaments, and ancient costumes shimmer quietly under the lights, each piece a testament to time.

  • Nanjing Botanical Garden Mem. Sun Yat-sen
    7
    󰺂6.4
    2.96
    Nanjing.Zijin Mountain Scenic Area/Sun Yat-sen's Mausoleum Area4.6 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 China 50 - Spring Outings
    Highlights:
    󰋄Cherry blossom | Maple views
    󰌌5 areas | Various science education
    󱨠Saved by 249 users󱨠2716 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    金小牛儿金小牛儿

    Based on recommendations from online friends, we specifically chose this attraction for our trip. Overall, we had a fantastic experience. The scenic area was beautiful, the air was fresh, the service was excellent, and the facilities were comprehensive. We will definitely recommend it to our friends. We are extremely satisfied with this attraction and give it a five-star rating.

  • Nanjing Happy Valley
    8
    󰺂6.4
    21.79
    Nanjing.Xingang Development Zone24.2 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 14 of Best Things to Do in Nanjing
    Highlights:
    󱓊Five family-friendly dessert attractions
    󰌌Flying-wing roller coaster | 6 theme parks
    󱨠Saved by 341 users󱨠1630 positive reviews
    4.5/5
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    Nanjing Happy Valley boasts six themed areas, suitable for families, couples, and friends. It offers a variety of exciting rides, including a flying roller coaster, Ferris wheel, and carousel, catering to different age groups. The park also features diverse food and snacks, and the nighttime shows and dazzling lights create a fantastic experience. With relatively reasonable queue times, friendly service, and high value for money, it's a worthwhile leisure park to visit in Nanjing.

  • Jiangning Imperial Silk Manufacturing Museum
    9
    󰺂6.3
    5.3
    Nanjing.Xinjiekou Area/Presidential Palace946m from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 15 of Best Things to Do in Nanjing
    󱨠Saved by 187 users󱨠1421 positive reviews
    4.5/5
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    The Jiangning Imperial Silk Manufacturing Museum is a relatively niche museum, but it plays an indispensable role in the political, economic, and historical development of Nanjing. Its rich content and poetic architecture offer a truly eye-opening experience.

  • The Garden Expo Park
    10
    󰺂6.2
    Nanjing.Tangshan Hot Spring Resort21.8 km from downtown
    trip best small logoNo. 5 of Night Attractions in Nanjing
    Highlights:
    4 exquisite gardens | Underwater botanical garden
    󱓊Explore Jiangsu's classic gardens
    󱨠Saved by 192 users󱨠936 positive reviews
    4.4/5
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    People who are close to home can go and have a look. Now the entrance fee is no longer required. There are non-powered entertainment facilities inside. Children can have fun and exercise.

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What Family-friendly Attractions are there in Nanjing?
These are all Family-friendly Attractions in Nanjing:Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo, Zhongshan Mountain National Park, Nanjing Museum, The Oriental Metropolitan Museum, Imperial Examination Museum of China
What are some highly-rated Family-friendly Attractions in Nanjing?
Some highly-rated Family-friendly Attractions in Nanjing include:Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo:4.6, Zhongshan Mountain National Park:4.6, Nanjing Museum:4.6, The Oriental Metropolitan Museum:4.6, Imperial Examination Museum of China:4.7
At what locations in Nanjing can Family-friendly Attractions in Nanjing be found?
The Family-friendly Attractions in Nanjing are mainly located in:Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo:Nanjing, Zhongshan Mountain National Park:Nanjing, Nanjing Museum:Nanjing, The Oriental Metropolitan Museum:Nanjing, Imperial Examination Museum of China:Nanjing
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