Glamorous Nightlife Experiences in Nanjing Summer
When the street lights come on in the cooling summer breeze, it is just the right time to explore the glamour of Nanjing: stunning night scene, thrilling live shows, gourmet food and beverage and wonderful music in clubs and bars. Let's get indulged in the amazing nightlife in Nanjing!
Night Cruise on Xuanwu Lake
Refreshing night breeze, swaying willows, subtle lighting from distant hills and glittering Nanjing skyline in the background, what a poetic summer night of Xuanwu Lake!
The night cruise on Xuanhu Lake, which is scheduled from 19:00-20:00 every Friday and Saturday, is one of the best ways to indulge in the night-time beauty of this time-honored cultural capital. The luxury cruise will take you to enjoy the stunning over-600-year-old city wall dating back to Ming Dynasty, the reflection of the lush Zhongshan Mountain and the ancient pagoda of Jiming Temple and the skyscraping Zifeng Tower.
You can also have a pleasant night walk around the wonderful music fountain at Lotus Square (19:30/20:00, every Friday and Saturday) for the dazzling music light show, and stroll along the waterfront Huanzhou Light Art Tunnel (环洲灯光隧道).
Address：No. 1, Xuanwu Alley, Xuanwu District, Nanjing
Boarding Location：Huanzhou Dock, Xuanwu Lake Park
Departure Time: Every Friday-Saturday, 19:00/19:30/20:00
Ticket for Night Cruise: CNY 50/person
Tour Duration: About 30 minutes
Tour Area：South-west area of Xuanwu Lake
Service/Reservation Hotline: +86 25 83613166
How to get there: Take Subway Line 1 to Xuanwu Gate Station (Exit 3) and walk for about 1.2 km
Night Live Performance of Local Art
Immersed in the Live Opera Show at Zhan Garden
When the sun sets and lights are lit, it is the high time to stage the folklore shows in the exquisite Chinese garden.
"A Dream of Nanjing: One Night in Zhan Garden" is the only outdoor live opera show regularly staged between the exquisite corridors and pavilions of Zhan Garden, integrating traditional Chinese opera, Chinese folk music, multimedia technology with the surrounding real scene to bring people to the world described in the China Classical literature, "A Dream of the Red Chamber". This show casts a spotlight on the extensive and profound opera art long celebrated in China - folk music, classical dances, Kun Opera and Shaoxing Opera…providing you an amazing peep into the Dream in Red Mansions.
Address: No. 128, Zhanyuan Road, Qinhuai District, Nanjing
Night-time Ticket: CNY 70/person (night show included)
Night Show Admission: 17:30-21:00, Saturday (No admission after 19:30)
Show Time: Every Saturday
- 1st session: Start at 19:00
- 2nd session: Start at 20:00
Duration: About 45 minutes
Tel.: +86 25 52657790
How to get there:
- Take Subway Line1 to Sanshan Street Station (Exit 4), and walk for about 1.1 km
- Take Tourist Bus Line 2, Line 4, or Bus No. 2, 14 or 16 to Changle Road Station
Audio-visual Feast at Jiangsu Centre for the Performing Arts
Jiangsu Centre for the Performing Arts, a graceful, grandeur complexion consisted of four teardrop-shaped buildings on an elevated platform resembling to a gigantic lotus-leaf greets you with its lofty Opera House, Concert Hall, Drama Theater and Variety Hall. Here, let's relish Nanjing Baiju or Pingtan, embracing the charm of local traditional opera of Nanjing.
Address: No. 181, Mengdu Avenue, Jianye District, Nanjing
Opening hours: 9:00-20:00
Tel.：+86 25 84537777
How to get there:
- Subway: Take Line 10 to Nanjing Olympic Sports Center (Exit 3), and walk for about 700m
- Bus: Take Bus No. 166 to Olympic Sports Avenue·Jiangsu Centre for the Performing Arts, and walk for about 360m
Night Market: Have a Bite of Nanjing at Laomendong
Laomendong Night Market is your optimal choice to explore the local delicacies of Nanjing. Sample a myriad of local eats from fried tofu in chicken soup, guotie stuffed with beef to crispy rice cakes and fruit tofu pudding…Just indulge yourself in the gourmet food served in those lovely quaint buildings. Bon Appétit!
Opening hours: Full day
Tel.: +86 25 58776868
Address: No. 63-2, Jiangzi Alley, Fuzimiao Community, Qinhuai District, Nanjing
How to get there:
- Take Subway Line 3 to Wudingmen Station (Exit 2), and then walk for about 854m
- Take Bus No. 14, 46, 88 to Gutong Alley
- Take Bus No. 23, 33, 43, 63, 81 and 301 to Pipa Alley
- Take Bus No. 701, 706 to Junshi Alley
More places to go for foodies: Confucius Temple/Fuzimiao (夫子庙), Mingwalang (明瓦廊), Hongmiao (红庙), Beiting Alley (碑亭巷), Wenchang Alley (文昌巷), Sanpailou (三牌楼), Hongshan Food Street (红山排挡街)…
Night Life: Must-visit Bars & Pubs
Nanjing 1912 Pub Street
Nanjing 1912 Pub Street, a block bearing typical construction style of the Republic of China, is known for its dynamic leisure activities and nightlife. Live music pubs, nostalgia, refined clubs, or buzzing rock'n'roll bars… whatever your preference is, you can always find your favorite here. Let's hunt for a pub and take an icy pint of beer against the backdrop of songs and guitar music. Have a great night!
Address: No. 8, Changjiang Hou Street, Xuanwu District, Nanjing
How to get there: Take Subway Line 2 to Daxinggong Station (Exit 1)
Recommended Pubs & Bars:
Name |
Business hours |
Consumption |
Highlights |
Tel. |
|
UNA CLUB |
20:30-05:00 |
CNY 453 |
|
+86 17056109910 |
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MiX Bar |
19:00-06:00 |
CNY 497 |
|
+86 18351444124 |
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Master Gao's Craft Brewery |
17:00-02:00 |
CNY 89 |
|
+86 18951845137 |
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1912 Bar |
Round the clock |
CNY 219 |
|
+86 18351444124 |
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Erma Pub |
18:00-02:30 |
CNY 167 |
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+86 25 83721616 |
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Fengling Music Bar |
17:00-02:00 |
CNY 98 |
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+86 15151022431 |
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MAX Bar |
20:30-04:30 |
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+86 18817718450 |
Jiangning Baijia Lake (江宁百家湖)
Baijiahu, located at the heart of Jiangning Development Zone, Nanjing, features stunning scenery and dynamic night life. You won't miss its iconic Phoenix Terrace (Fenghuang Tai) and Bailong Square, the largest public entertainment square. On a clear night, you may have a pleasant night walking around Baijia Lake 1912 Block, taking photos under the sky wheel or idling around in a local pub.
Photo source: Culture and Tourism Bureau of Jiangning District
Address: Baijian Lake 1912 Plaza, Jiahu East Road, Jiangning District, Nanjing
How to get there: Subway Line 1 to Baijiahu Station
Recommended Pubs & Bars:
Name |
Business hours |
Consumption |
Highlights |
Tel. |
|
Luga's Restaurant & Bar |
11:00-02:00 |
CNY 122 |
|
+86 25 86162519 |
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Master Gao's Craft Brewery |
16:30-01:00 |
CNY 98 |
|
+86 18020161473 |
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Wate Restaurant & Bar, Nanjing Crowne Plaza Hotel & Resorts |
15:00-23:00 |
CNY 137 |
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+86 25 81038888 |
Xi'nanli Historic Block
Xi'nanli Historic Block, conveniently situated at the intersection point between the south of Xinjiekou business area in Qinghuai District and the west of Fuzimiao business zone, is home to Ganxi Mansion, the largest private residence in China. This area brings together a myriad of diversions as food & beverage, bars and exhibitions etc.
Address: No. 323, Zhongshan South Road, Qinhuai District, Nanjing
How to get there: Take Subway Line 1 to Sanjiekou Station (Exit 2), and walk for 226m
Recommended Pubs & Bars:
Name |
Business hours |
Consumption per person |
Highlights |
Tel. |
|
Finnegans Wake Irish Pub |
11:30-00:00 |
CNY 163 |
|
+86 25 52207362 |
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Yezhijiu Craft Bear Music Restaurant |
11:00-02:00 |
CNY 68 |
|
+86 25 83231299 |
|
Waiting |
17:00-02:30 |
CNY 101 |
|
+86 13382799099 |
Shanghai Road, Wutaishan Stadium and Guangzhou Road
This area, known for its dazzling array of pubs and bars, constitutes a lively crossroads with Guangzhou Road and Shanghai Road, neighboring Wutaishan Stadium. Shanghai Road, a known bar street adjoining Nanjing University and Nanjing Normal University, is a haunt for foreign students.
Address: No. 77, Shanghai Road, Gulou District, Nanjing
How to get there: Take Subway Line 1 to Zhujiang Road Station, then walk for 893m.
Recommended Pubs & Bars:
Name |
Business hours |
Consumption per person |
Highlights |
Tel. |
|
Baolaina Beer Garden Restaurant |
11:00-02:00 |
CNY 163 |
|
+86 25 83117188 |
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FUTURE CLUB |
20:00- 06:00 |
CNY 968 |
|
+86 25 66666626 |
|
Like Sunday Like Rain |
11:00-23:00 |
CNY 39 |
|
+86 13851848506 |
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MONO HOUSE |
20:30-04:30 |
CNY 83 |
|
+86 13770636972 |
|
VIE CHAT |
11:00-22:00 |
CNY 100 |
|
+86 25 86220857 |
|
TALKING Bar & Restaurant |
11:00-02:00 |
CNY 67 |
|
+86 13952002451 |
More to explore
Nanjing's diversity in nightlife goes beyond words. Let's catch a glimpse of the charm of Nanjing!