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Daytime

Sifang Contemporary Art Museum: A Quiet Afternoon

The Sifang Art Museum is a striking non-profit institution dedicated to contemporary art and architecture, designed by Steven Holl. Visit during the day to explore its unique premises and art lake.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 10:00

    Sifang Contemporary Art Museum

    Arrive at the Sifang Contemporary Art Museum as it opens. The museum is a private, multi-functional institution featuring exhibitions and an art lake. Note that the museum is closed on Mondays, so plan your visit for Tuesday through Sunday.

  2. 11:30

    Sifang Contemporary Art Museum

    Take a break for lunch or a snack. As there are no specific food or drink shops listed in the immediate context, check the route for nearby options or enjoy the view at the art lake before heading back out.

  3. 12:30

    Sifang Contemporary Art Museum

    Conclude your visit by exploring the art lake area. The lake is included in the standard museum entry fee. This is a good time to reflect on the architecture and exhibits before departing.

Local tip

The museum closes at 17:00 with no entry after 16:30. Ensure you arrive before 16:30 if you plan to stay until closing. The museum is located a 1.3 km southwest walk from the Pearl Spring bus stop.

Check before you go

  • The museum is closed on Mondays.
  • Last entry is at 16:30.
  • Check bus routes D58 or 694 for access from the Gate of China or Liuzhou East Road Station.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Nanjing (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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