The Nanjing Museum（南京博物院）Travel Guide

Nanjing Museum Travel Guide

1. Introduction

Nanjing Museum, located at 321 Zhongshan East Road, Xuanwu District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China, is a large comprehensive museum4. It is one of the earliest museums established in China. After the second-phase expansion and renovation project in 2013, it now has a layout of "one museum and six halls", including the History Hall, Special Exhibition Hall, Art Hall, Digital Hall, Intangible Cultural Heritage Hall, and the Republic of China Hall14. The museum has a collection of more than 430,000 items (sets), covering various categories such as jade, ceramics, gold and silverware, bamboo, wood, ivory, lacquerware, silk weaving and embroidery, calligraphy and painting, seals, and stone carvings1.

2. How to Get There

By Subway: Take Metro Line 2 and get off at Minggugong Station. Exit from Exit 1 and walk about 300 meters east to reach the museum4.
By Bus: You can take buses such as Routes 34, 36, 55, 59, or 5 (including the night shift) and get off at Zhongshanmen Station, then walk to the museum4.

3. Tickets and Opening Hours

Tickets: Admission is free, but advance reservation is required. All visitors (including those enjoying preferential policies) must make a real-name reservation2. You can reserve tickets through the official WeChat mini-program or the official website 7 days in advance. The ticket release time is 18:00 every day2.
Opening Hours: It is closed on Mondays (except for national statutory holidays). From Tuesday to Sunday, it is open from 9:00 to 17:00 (entry stops at 16:00)256. During national holidays such as the National Day, it may have special opening hours (for example, from 9:00 to 21:00 during the National Day).

4. Main Halls and Exhibitions

History Hall: It is the main hall of Nanjing Museum, presenting the history of Jiangsu from ancient times to the present. You can explore the development of the region through a rich collection of cultural relics and exhibits4.
Special Exhibition Hall: Focuses on hosting high-quality exhibitions at home and abroad as well as special exhibitions based on the museum's court collection of cultural relics1.
Art Hall: Displays a wide range of artworks, including paintings, calligraphy, sculptures, and other forms of art, showing the artistic achievements of different eras.
Digital Hall: Utilizes modern digital technology to present the museum's collections and historical and cultural information in an innovative way, providing a unique viewing experience.
Intangible Cultural Heritage Hall: Showcases the intangible cultural heritage of Jiangsu Province, allowing you to understand the traditional craftsmanship and cultural traditions of the region.
Republic of China Hall: A miniature of the urban culture of the Republic of China, with a combination of physical exhibits and restored scenes, enabling you to experience the social atmosphere of that era4.

5. Travel Tips

Reservation: Since the museum implements a reservation system, it is essential to make a reservation in advance to ensure a smooth visit. Please plan your trip well and reserve tickets according to your schedule2.
Guided Tours: The museum provides guided tour services. You can choose to join a group tour or rent an audio guide to better understand the exhibits and the history behind them.
Time Allocation: It is recommended to allocate 3 to 5 hours for your visit to fully appreciate the rich collections and exhibitions of the museum.
Rules and Regulations: Please abide by the museum's regulations during your visit, do not touch the exhibits, and maintain a quiet and respectful environment.

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