Niushou Mountain and Usnisa Palace
牛首山文化旅游区 · Niúshǒu Shān Wénhuà Lǚyóu Qū
A forested Buddhist mountain south of the city with a vast modern underground palace built to house a relic said to be the Buddha’s skull bone; the interior halls are lavishly decorated.
Booking recommendedBring your passportHalf a day
Tip
Allow time for the shuttle queues at weekends; no drones, bikes or scooters are allowed inside.
- Opening hours
- 08:30–17:30; tickets sold and checked until 16:30. Some summer Friday/Saturday evening openings.
- Price
- About ¥160 (half price for ages 6–18 and 60–69; free for children up to 1.4 m or 6 and under, and people 70+). The in-park shuttle bus costs extra. To be confirmed
- How to book
- Buy online in advance on the official booking site (booking.niushoushan.net), the scenic area’s WeChat account or Trip.com, or at the visitor centre on the day; discounts require the original ID/passport. To be confirmed
- Getting there
- About 20 km south of the centre: taxi about 40 minutes. Use the paid in-park shuttle between the gates and Usnisa Palace. To be confirmed
- Address in Chinese
- 江苏省南京市江宁区宁丹大道18号
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