Ginkgo Trees on the Jinling City Wall

Top Autumn Spot in Nanjing🍂 The Secret Ginkgo Wonderland under the Jinling City Wall with a Detailed Guide Who gets it! Autumn in Nanjing is half the ancient charm of the Jinling City Wall and half the golden ginkgo trees✨ No need to squeeze into Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, the ginkgo path at the foot of the city wall is breathtakingly beautiful, every snap looks like a classical masterpiece. We've compiled a comprehensive guide, so you won't go wrong even with your eyes closed~ 🚌 How to get there? Direct and straightforward • Subway: Highly recommend Line 2, get off at "Hanzhongmen Station" Exit C, walk 300 meters straight to the city wall entrance, with ginkgo paths along the way • Bus: Take routes 21/23/318 to "Hanzhongmen Terminal," get off and you’ll immediately see the city wall and ginkgo trees, just a 2-minute walk • Driving/Taxi: Set destination to Nanjing Hanzhongmen City Wall (Ginkgo Viewing Area), nearby parking lots charge 15 RMB per visit, arrive early during peak season to secure a spot • Cycling: Ride along the Qinhuai River Greenway to Hanzhongmen, accompanied by autumn scenery all the way, super healing 🌟 Must-visit spots + highlights 1. Hanzhongmen City Wall Ginkgo Path: The core viewing area, a hundred meters of ginkgo forest nestled against the blue-gray city wall, fallen leaves form a golden carpet, full of ancient vibes, perfect for Hanfu or casual photos 2. Climb the City Wall for Views: Climb up the Hanzhongmen City Wall to overlook the entire ginkgo forest and Qinhuai River, where golden hues meet ancient charm. The lighting at sunset is perfect, every shot is atmospheric 3. Relax under the Ginkgo Trees: Bring your own picnic mat, bask in the sun under the ginkgo trees, snack, feel the autumn breeze and watch the falling leaves, fully immerse yourself in Nanjing’s autumn romance 4. Nearby Strolls: A 5-minute walk to Wulongtan Park for free autumn viewing; also visit Hanzhongmen Square to experience the lively atmosphere of old Nanjing 💰 Fees + Discounts • City Wall Ticket: 30 RMB per person, book in advance via the "Nanjing City Wall" WeChat official account, enter with ID card • Free Areas: Ginkgo path under the city wall, Hanzhongmen Square, Wulongtan Park – no ticket needed to enjoy the ginkgo trees • Discounts: Children under 1.4 meters and seniors over 70 enter free; students and seniors aged 60-69 get half price, remember to bring ID 🍜 Nearby Food Recommendations • Old Nanjing Snacks: A 10-minute walk to Confucius Temple, try duck blood vermicelli soup, plum blossom cake, osmanthus sugar taro, all for about 30 RMB per person to eat your fill • Full Meals: Nearby Laomendong offers authentic Nanjing cuisine, saltwater duck and squirrel mandarin fish are super local, about 60+ RMB per person • Drinks: Grab a cup of hot osmanthus rice wine, stroll and enjoy autumn, the perfect way to experience Nanjing in fall 💡 Tips to Avoid Pitfalls Best viewing period is mid-November to early December, avoid weekend crowds; wear light-colored clothes (white/cream/apricot) to perfectly match the ginkgo and city wall; bring tissues and trash bags to protect the fallen leaves; around 5 PM the light is softest, photos come out with a natural filter effect