[2025 Nanjing Attraction] Travel Guide for Laoshan National Forest Park of Nanjing (Updated Jul)

Lao Shan National Forest Park (南京老山国家森林公园) is located at Jiangpu road, Pukou District Nanjing. This place offers a sanctuary for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Activities you can do inside the park⬇️ •obstacle course (kids and adults) •mini amusement park 🎡🎠🛝 •camping 🏕️ •fishing 🎣 •hiking ⛰️ There are few vending machines to get snacks and drinks so I suggest bringing your own food when visiting. 🍱 How to get there? 🤔 🚇 take metro line 10 to Longhua Road Station (龙华路站), transfer to 🚌 bus 608, 610, or 611 at Jiangpu Bus Station (江浦客运站), which is about 10 minutes walk away to the west, and then get off at Laoshan Forest Park Stop (老山森林公园站). 🎟️entrance fee: 30rmb #fallingseason

I found the best forest homestay in Nanjing!! A little clickbait-y, but the homestay I stayed at in Nanjing this time was really satisfying, and the value for money was amazing! Daye Xiaozhu Homestay (Nanjing Pukou Laoshan National Forest Park Branch) 1 Location: Located in Laoshan National Forest Park, Pukou, Nanjing, the environment is quiet, the air is fresh, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, a real natural oxygen bar! The homestay is surrounded by forests. You can hear birds singing in the morning and see the stars at night. It is perfect for relaxing. 2 Price: Compared to high-end hotels in the city, the price here is very affordable, but the experience is no less! It's purely spending a little money to enjoy the luxury of nature! 3 Transportation: Although located in the forest park, the transportation is still convenient. You can reach it by car navigation, and the homestay provides free parking spaces. It is about a 40-minute drive from the city, suitable for weekend getaways. 4 Facilities: The homestay rooms are designed in a simple and natural style, and the wooden furniture and decorations make people feel warm and comfortable. Some rooms have balconies where you can directly enjoy the beautiful forest scenery. The homestay also provides public leisure areas, barbecue areas and other facilities, suitable for family or friends gatherings. 5 Food: The homestay offers authentic farmhouse dishes, with fresh ingredients and delicious flavors, especially the local chicken soup and wild vegetables, highly recommended! You can also bring your own ingredients to DIY in the barbecue area and enjoy the fun of outdoor barbecue. Service: The landlady is very enthusiastic and will introduce the surrounding attractions and tour routes in detail when you check in, and will also thoughtfully provide some travel tips. The cleaning work of the homestay is also done very well, and the rooms are clean and tidy. Unfortunately, I didn't catch a sunny day this time. The forest was misty and I didn't see the sunrise and sunset, but there should always be some regrets in traveling.

No-turn route: Morning: After entering the scenic area, go to the Sifang Art Museum, which was designed by the famous American architect Steven Holl. The building itself is unique and the exhibitions inside are also of great artistic value. After visiting the art gallery, take a stroll along the lake and admire the surrounding natural beauty and unique buildings, such as the fortress, Liujian and other buildings. You can take photos and check in from a distance. Noon: Go to the hotel restaurant or bring your own food and have a picnic at a suitable place by the lake. If you want to dine in the hotel restaurant, you can go to the Sifang Hotel's Autograph Collection restaurant, which offers Chinese and Western cuisine. Afternoon: Continue along the lake road, visit waterside pavilions, leisure centers and other buildings, and experience architectural art of different styles. Afterwards, you can go to the lawn area in the park to rest, take photos, or find a quiet place by the lake to enjoy the scenery of the lake and mountains. Campsites: There are large areas of grassland in the Sifang Art Lake area. The most suitable area for camping is the lawn near the lake. While enjoying the beautiful scenery, it is also convenient to use the surrounding public facilities. However, when camping, please pay attention to protecting the environment, do not damage the lawn and public facilities, and take the garbage away when you leave. Recommended restaurants Sifang Hotel Autograph Collection Restaurant: Located in the park, it has an elegant environment and serves healthy and delicious dishes. Dishes such as sour soup fish and shredded beef are highly rated. Breakfast is a buffet, and lunch and dinner are served at midnight, but the last order time is 19:00. Xiaoman Art Space: includes a lobby, art gallery, private vegetable garden, fish pond and four dining rooms, providing coffee, afternoon tea and special meals. Note: 1. Follow the official account of Sifang Art Museum in advance to learn about exhibition information and opening hours so as to better plan your itinerary. 2. Most of the buildings in the scenic area can only be viewed from the outside. If you want to visit the inside, you can pay in advance to book a VIP guided tour service 3. There are restaurants in the park, but the choices are relatively limited. You can also bring some snacks and water with you.

#earthdayjourney Lao Shan National Forest Park 🌿 We explored Lao Shan National Forest Park, a hidden green oasis in Nanjing that promotes biodiversity and conservation. The park is dedicated to preserving native plants and wildlife, with strict eco-friendly measures in place. We loved the serene hiking trails, where we encountered ancient trees and fresh mountain air, making it a perfect escape from the city. Visitors are encouraged to leave no trace, making it a great example of sustainable tourism. I would recommend bringing a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic waste while enjoying nature! 📍 Address: Laoshan National Forest Park, Jiangpu District, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China Nanjing Green Expo Garden 🌱 We visited the Nanjing Green Expo Garden, an incredible space that showcases innovative ways to live sustainably. This eco-park features solar-powered greenhouses, rainwater recycling systems, and an organic farming zone. We explored different themed gardens, each demonstrating how sustainable design can be integrated into daily life. I would recommend this place to anyone interested in eco-friendly solutions for urban living—it’s both educational and inspiring! 📍 Address: 389 Jiangdong Middle Road, Jianye District, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China Tangshan Hot Springs – Eco Resort 🍃 We experienced the eco-friendly Tangshan Hot Springs, a resort that uses geothermal energy to provide a relaxing and sustainable retreat. The resort is committed to reducing its carbon footprint by utilizing natural heating, sourcing local materials, and minimizing water waste. The tranquil setting, surrounded by lush greenery, made it a perfect place to unwind while appreciating nature’s power. I would recommend staying here for a rejuvenating and responsible getaway! 📍 Address: Tangshan Hot Springs, Jiangning District, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China Visiting these places reminded us how travel can be both enjoyable and sustainable 🌎✨

Pearl Spring is turning 40, and Pearl Spring Resort is celebrating in a big way! From March 3 to March 9, enjoy seven consecutive days of free admission! Reservation Process: Nanjing Pearl Spring Scenic Area WeChat Official Account > Tourist Services > Pearl Spring Ticket Reservation > Select your desired date. Reservations for March 3 are open now. ❤️Reservations for free tickets on March 9 are expected to open on March 4! ‼️Please note that free admission does not include the zoo. 🔥Highlights: ✅Three Wonders of One Spring Pearl Spring's "Three Wonders of One Spring" are world-renowned. Spring water surges from cracks in the bottom of the pool, resembling strings of pearls, hence the name "Pearl Spring." When bubbles rise from the spring and burst on the surface, they create water droplets that bounce like tiny raindrops. On sunny days, it looks like a light drizzle from afar, earning it the name "Sunny Rain Spring." The most fascinating part is that if you clap or sing by the spring, the bubbles rising from the bottom will "dance" along. The louder the sound, the more vigorous the bubbles become, as if welcoming guests, hence the name "Welcoming Guest Spring." There are black swans by the spring, perfect for taking photos against the backdrop of the blue sky and lake! ✅Myriad Pearls On the cliff above Pearl Spring, there are two cliff carvings. One is "Pearl Spring," inscribed by renowned calligrapher Zhou Huaimin at the age of 88. The other, believed to be inscribed by Zhu Yuanzhang, reads "Myriad Pearls," vividly depicting the gushing water of Pearl Spring. ✅Panoramic View of the River and Sky Climb the Ding Mountain Great Wall and stand at its peak. On one side is the Chengjiang River, and on the other is Laoshan Mountain. The picturesque landscape is truly breathtaking. Separate admission fee applies: RMB 20. ✅Silver Waterfall Fish Viewing Nanjing's "small fish scale dam" is a small waterfall built using the natural drop of the water. Spring water cascades down, splashing on the stone steps. The colorful fish in the water bring endless joy to children. The wildlife zoo has a wide variety of animals that children love, and there are also circus performances! 📍Nearby Attractions: 1. Laoshan National Forest Park: Nanjing's green lung and natural oxygen bar. 2. Foshou Lake Park: A great place for camping and relaxation. 3. Bulao Village: Nanjing's most beautiful village. 4. Wu Family Dawa and Laomuzhugou: Great hiking spots. 5. Sifang Art Museum: Immerse yourself in art.

| A great place for a family trip in autumn. 📍Address: No. 90, Huangshanling Road, Jiangpu Subdistrict, Pukou District, Nanjing 🚗Transportation: The park is accessible by bus and has a parking lot, making it very convenient for self-driving.🚗 🌳Scenery: The park has a high forest coverage rate🌳 and is a natural oxygen bar. The park is full of green trees and babbling streams. In autumn, the maple leaves are red like fire, the ginkgo leaves are golden, and the colorful scenery is like a painting. 🚶‍♂️Hiking: The family-friendly hiking route is great, with a suitable difficulty level👣, clear signs, and rest areas. You can enjoy the scenery along the way, and your children can explore nature and exercise their physical strength and perseverance. 🎠Facilities: The amusement facilities are very interesting, and the spacious lawn is perfect for picnics, running, and playing. Children can have fun while parents can accompany them with peace of mind, enjoying a happy family time.✨ Nanjing Laoshan National Forest Park is a must-visit for a family trip in autumn! 🌈🌟

Nanjing locals are really good at keeping secrets! 🤣 They don't easily share such fun places. If you don't want to be in a crowded area in Nanjing on weekends or holidays, come to Pukou for a visit. Pukou has many niche attractions that are beautiful and fun. These places not only have picturesque scenery, but are also less crowded. Coming here on weekends will allow you to temporarily escape the hustle and bustle of the city and regain that long-lost sense of relaxation. 📍Qingshan Fishing Village (Free 🆓) There is a romantic fishing village by the Chuhe River, with a large green lawn by the lake where you can camp and have fun. You can pick fruits and vegetables in the nearby farmland, and there are oil mills and tofu mills where you can experience oil pressing and tofu grinding. It's perfect for bringing kids to play! In the evening, the sunset by the lake is so beautiful that it is intoxicating and healing ❤️. - 📍Niuwangdian (Free 🆓) This is a quiet little village with a rural art gallery called Jiujianban. The gallery has many children's graffiti works, full of childlike fun. The large lawn in front of the gallery often hosts events, and this time I saw a performance of the intangible cultural heritage hand lion dance. The hand lion dance is a unique dance in Pukou, originating from the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom period. The performers are all local villagers, and the music is pleasant, the dance is joyful, and the performance is infectious. - 📍Lijiaying (Free 🆓) This is a literary village with a strong folk culture. It is close to the Shuimo Danian Scenic Area and Laoshan Forest Park. If you plan to stay overnight, this is a good choice. - 📍Dayan Reservoir (Free 🆓) There are green spaces, wooden walkways, and bicycle-shaped sculptures around the reservoir. You can rent a bicycle here and enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery. - 📍Yongning Modern Agricultural Exhibition Center (Free 🆓) In the fruit and vegetable greenhouse of the Agricultural Exhibition Center, you can pick strawberries, fruit cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and other seasonal fruits and vegetables. The greenhouse is clean and spacious, making it a great experience for kids on weekends or holidays. - 🔸Photos 1-4: Qingshan Fishing Village 🔸Photos 5-8: Niuwangdian 🔸Photos 9-12: Lijiaying 🔸Photos 13-15: Dayan Reservoir 🔸Photos 16-18: Yongning Modern Agricultural Exhibition Center

Nanjing, this historic city, hides a beautiful natural scenery in the summer nights—fireflies. Today, I recommend a few great spots for viewing them . If you like it, hurry up and go!! ① Laoshan・Wu Jia Da Wa Near Lao Mu Zhu Gou in Wu Jia Da Wa of Laoshan, due to good ecological protection, there have always been the most fireflies here. If you go, go early. ② Laoshan・Doushuai Temple There is a parking lot P at the entrance, but you need to walk up the mountain, which takes more than half an hour. Along the way, there are tea gardens, and the combination of tea mountains and fireflies is very dreamy. ③ Qixia Mountain I recommend Chunyu Bridge and Taohuaguang Fan Pavilion, which are places where fireflies gather more in Qixia Mountain. When night falls, you can see the stars twinkling. Time: Best viewing time: 8-9 o'clock. Fireflies won't come out if it's not dark, and if it's too late at night, they go to sleep and the number decreases significantly. ! Note: We call on everyone to watch civilly, do not catch them! Do not use strong light to illuminate them, as this will prevent them from mating.

Laoshan is one of the famous mountains in Nanjing, with its mountain range originally formed during the Sinian period, as a branch of the Huaiyang mountain range. The forest coverage rate exceeds 95%. Laoshan is known as the 'Green Lung of Nanjing' and the 'Pearl of North of the Yangtze River', with a rich content of negative oxygen ions in the air. It serves as a habitat for birds such as egrets and herons, and is the largest domestication base for the Azure-winged Magpie in China, as well as a breeding base for fine tree species and an important timber forest base in Jiangsu Province. Nanjing Laoshan National Forest Park is the largest national forest park in Jiangsu, a base for science education and environmental education in Jiangsu Province. Within the park, there are cultural relics and historic sites such as the Doulv Temple and Qifo Temple, and it boasts a rich variety of animal and plant resources, integrating natural and cultural landscapes into one scenic area.

It's almost our three-year anniversary with the gentleman, and the rhododendrons on Lao Mountain are in full bloom, so we chose this place to take a set of portraits (right now it's just behind-the-scenes footage). This is my first visit to Lao Mountain, and it's really comfortable. The smell of green grass and spring is mixed, and the halo of the sunset is beautiful no matter where you shoot. We navigated to Wu's Big Pit, but there is actually another hiking route. However, the rhododendrons here are also blooming nicely, so we took our photos here. The theme of this couple's portrait session is 'freedom and romance,' so we didn't focus on posed shots, and most of them were dynamic. Photography tips: 1- I brought my own wildflowers, but many people pick flowers and throw them aside, so I easily picked up several bunches. 2- White clothing goes well with the green environment and has a forest-like feel. 3- Running looks very nice. 4- We didn't step on the flowers, we either walked around them or shot from a low angle. 📍: Pukou Lao Mountain Forest Park 🎫: Free

The hills are covered with a sea of Rhododendron simsii, so grand and romantic. The Rhododendron simsii in Lao Mountain National Forest Park are now in full bloom, covering the hillsides. Navigate to 'Dayan Post Station' and trace upstream towards Lao Muzhu Gully and you'll encounter a vast expanse of Rhododendron simsii. The best part is there are no people walking their children or playing in the water, so you can enjoy it to the fullest.

Business Hours: Any time during the day BAmbiance/Facilities: Hiking Address: Laoshan 老山. Laoshan Mountain Average Price per Person: Free but there are food and water to buy Reasons to Recommend: If you really like hiking get your shoes here and have the best experience.

| Forest Oxygen Bar, a great place for hiking. Nanjing Laoshan National Forest Park is located in the Laoshan Forest Farm in the middle of Pukou District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province, China. It runs across the territory of Pukou District, borders the Yangtze River to the south and the Chu River to the north. It is known as the "green lung of Nanjing and the pearl of Jiangbei". It is a national park in Jiangsu Province. It is a popular science education base and Jiangsu Province Environmental Education Base, and is also the largest national forest park in Jiangsu. Laoshan has been famous for its beautiful mountains and rivers and numerous landscapes since ancient times. The natural landscape is famous for its four unique features: "forests, springs, rocks and caves". The natural landscape and the cultural landscape are integrated. Emperor Wu of the Song Dynasty Liu Yu, Emperor Wu of the Liang Dynasty Xiao Yan and their eldest sons Prince Zhaoming and Han Xizai; Wang Anshi, Su Shi and Qin Guan of the Song Dynasty; Ming Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang, Chen Xianzhang, Zhuang Dingshan; late Qing Dynasty celebrities such as Li Hongzhang and Zhang Xun Stop and visit Laoshan. Strategy: For transportation, it is recommended to drive and park directly at the Laoshan National Forest Park parking lot 🅿 (Navigate Wujia Dawa, this place is connected in all directions and you can go to many attractions). 🚍If you take the bus, it is recommended to get off at Qifu Temple and go to the entrance of Fu Lao Village Route: Qizhen Road→Bulao Village→Qifu Temple→Shili Gallery→Wujia Dawa→Old Sow Valley→Dayan Station Exit Members: 4 people (me, a colleague, and two sweet potato friends) Recommendation: Download the Two Steps app (you can refer to many routes) Detailed introduction of attractions: Immortal Village: You can directly scan the QR code to enter for free🆓. It is very photogenic and is recommended for those who want to take pictures. (Bulao Village relies on the ecological resources of Laoshan and the local village style to upgrade the content setting, cultural presentation, business products, etc., and conduct a new planning of the original village to create a variety of themed B&Bs and inns, integrating food and accommodation. A holiday social space integrating travel, shopping and entertainment). Seven Buddha Temple: Pay attention to the roadside when walking, you may miss it accidentally. (Qifo Temple is connected to Laoshan Forest Park, with Maomao Mountain at its back, Chair Mountain in front, Eagle Mountain on the left, and Xiangshan Mountain on the right. Surrounded by mountains, the scenery is beautiful. The mountains are covered with green trees and flowers, and the sound of Buddha and Sanskrit can be heard faintly. It is called the solemn paradise, the paradise on earth). Shili Gallery: The road is very beautiful and you won’t be bored while walking. You will meet many people riding motorcycles and mountain bikes on the way, which is very cool. Wujia Dawa: Must go! ! The filming rate is super high. You can just climb up the stairs. After reaching the top, in addition to returning the same way, there are three other ways to choose different next destinations. We chose Laoshugou. Although it was far away, there was no cell phone signal for a while on the road. The scenery on the road was beautiful. Old Sow Ditch: I walked to the first place with the Old Sow Ditch sign and then stepped into Old Sow Ditch. I was very lucky today and had no chance to duel with pig. There are wells and stone statues on the road. They are all worth it. Dayan Station Exit: It is under construction🚧. If you want to go directly to Laosougou to set up a tent, catch tadpoles, and check in and take photos, you can enter from Dayan Station, which is very close. (It is recommended to drive, there is only G41 nearby and the waiting time is long) Tickets for Nanjing Laoshan National Forest Park: 30 yuan Recommended tour time: 4 hours [Journey duration]: The total distance is 17 kilometers/the highest altitude is 336m/the cumulative climb is 650. Normal hiking takes about 6 hours, and the entire journey (including hiking + resting + enjoying the scenery + picking up garbage) is estimated to take 8 hours. [Necessary]: Hiking shoes are very important, 1L~1.5L of water (increase or decrease according to the amount of sweat), 1 road lunch, and a small amount of dried fruit snacks. [Recommendations]: Backpacks, mountain climbing poles, sports socks, breathable quick-drying undershirts, breathable quick-drying pants, windproof jackets, visors, sunglasses, gloves, headscarves, sunscreen, power banks, etc. (Don’t wear canvas shoes and sneakers, wear hiking shoes, hiking shoes, and hiking shoes)