Chaotian Palace (Nanjing Municipal Museum)
朝天宫（南京市博物馆） · Cháotiān Gōng (Nánjīng Shì Bówùguǎn)
The largest and best-preserved Qing-era Confucian temple complex in southern China, with red walls and yellow roofs, now home to the city museum’s collection.
Booking recommendedBring your passport1.5–2 hours
Tip
Far quieter than the Confucius Temple at Fuzimiao and more impressive. On weekends there is an antiques and old-books market around the outer square.
- Opening hours
- Tue–Sun about 09:00–18:00, last entry around 16:30. Closed Mondays except public holidays. To be confirmed
- Price
- About ¥25 (free for under-18s and people 70+; sometimes free during special exhibitions)
- How to book
- Book or buy through the 博物南京 WeChat account (real name); during free-entry periods booking is required. To be confirmed
- Getting there
- About 1 km walk from Zhangfuyuan (Line 1), or a short taxi ride from Xinjiekou To be confirmed
- Address in Chinese
- 江苏省南京市秦淮区朝天宫4号
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