Zifeng Tower

Building Supertall skyscraper in Nanjing with mixed-use functions

A landmark in Nanjing’s central business district, this mixed-use skyscraper contains offices, hotel space and observation levels. Visitors come for skyline views, nearby shopping and the tower’s role in the city’s modern architecture.

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Zifeng Tower (Greenland Center-Zifeng Tower) is a supertall mixed-use skyscraper in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, notable for its height and distinctive stepped form. The tower combines office space, a hotel, retail areas and public viewing facilities and is one of the city’s landmark high-rises.

Visitors use the tower’s observation areas for panoramic views across Nanjing and the urban river corridor; the retail podium provides shops and food outlets at street level. The building’s mixed-use program means it functions as both a commercial hub and a public attraction.

Developed as a flagship high-rise project in the 21st century, the tower was completed and opened around 2010 and was constructed by major developers as part of Nanjing’s urban growth. Its design reflects contemporary supertall construction with a stepped profile and glazed façades.

The tower stands in central Nanjing within the city’s high-rise business district.

  • Height: The tower reaches roughly 450 metres and is among the tallest buildings in Nanjing and China.

What to See #

  • Observation deck: An enclosed observation level and public viewing areas located near the upper floors that offer citywide views; visitors can look out over Nanjing's skyline and surrounding districts.
  • Retail podium and plaza: A multi-level retail podium and plaza at the base that contains shops, restaurants and the main public entrance to the tower complex.
  • Hotel and office floors: Mixed-use floors containing offices and a hotel, with corporate and hospitality functions occupying the tower's mid and upper sections.
Zifeng Tower
Zifeng Tower (Greenland Center-Zifeng Tower), Nanjing, Jiangsu, China
32.0625, 118.7781

How to Get to Zifeng Tower #

Zifeng Tower is in Nanjing’s central Xinjiekou commercial district. Take the Nanjing Metro to Xinjiekou Station (Lines 1 and 2) and it’s a 5-10 minute walk to the tower. By car follow main urban arteries into Xinjiekou - there is commercial parking in the area.

Tips for Visiting Zifeng Tower #

  • Book tickets for the observation deck in advance and time your visit for late afternoon-sunset provides the best transition from cityscape to night illumination.
  • Enter through the tower's ground-level Greenland Center lobby/shopping concourse to reach the elevators for observation, restaurants and hotels; this is the usual route to access upper floors.
  • If you want fewer crowds, choose a weekday visit or a late-evening slot after dinner service rushes finish; the LED façade and city-light views are especially striking after dark.

Best Time to Visit Zifeng Tower #

Visit Zifeng Tower in spring or autumn for the best combination of clearer views and manageable crowds.

Best weather / less haze
April-May, September-October · ~12-25°C
Mild temperatures and clearer air make for better views from the tower and a more comfortable visit; avoid major holiday weeks.
Hot and busy
June-August (plus national holidays) · ~25-35°C
High humidity and heat combine with summer tourism and national holidays to increase crowds, especially on weekends.
Cold season
December-February · ~0-8°C
Cold weather reduces visitor numbers; indoor observation areas remain open but views can be hazier on some winter days.

Weather & Climate near Zifeng Tower #

Climate

Zifeng Tower's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1047 mm/year), wettest in July.

Air Quality: AQI 119 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
OctoberMaySeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.9h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 20°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.9h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
13.7h daylight

June

June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
14.1h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (211 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 32°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

211 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.2h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 22°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

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