Nanjing Eye Tourism Area

南京眼旅游区

Jiangsu, Nanjing·31.9799°N, 118.7358°E

Ticket Price

CNY 50, students CNY 25

Duration

2-3 hours

About Nanjing Eye Tourism Area

Nanjing Eye centers on an iconic pedestrian cable-stayed bridge over the Yangtze River, whose twin elliptical 'eyes' light up the night skyline. Riverside greenways and the nearby Youth Olympic park make it a favorite evening walk.

Highlights

• Pedestrian cable-stayed bridge over the Yangtze with twin 'eyes', an iconic riverfront landmark. • Waterfront greenway and a light show at night.

Suggested Route

Walk the Nanjing Eye footbridge → riverside greenway → Youth Olympic park; allow 1-2 h.

Food & Lodging

Riverside cafes and nearby Hexi shopping districts; hotels in the Hexi CBD.

Facilities

Metro (line 2 to Yuantong), parking, restrooms, a wheelchair-accessible walkway, and a bike path.

Travel Tips

Hire a guide or audio tour for deeper understanding of the historical context.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (September-November)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

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• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

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Opening Hours

08:30-17:00 (last entry 16:00)

Getting There

In Jianye District, Nanjing; Metro Line 2 (Yuantong) or Line 10, then tram to Jiangshan Dajie; nearest airport Nanjing Lukou Int'l ~40 km; Nanjing South Railway Station ~15 km.

Reservation

Free admission; no reservation required.

Ticket Price

CNY 50 (≈ $7.0), students CNY 25 (≈ $3.5)

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

南京眼旅游区

31.9799, 118.7358

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