The suboptimal allocation and structural organization of elements within urban green spaces significantly hinder the maximization of their ecological and social benefits. Among the various types of urban green spaces, those surrounding scenic areas are particularly integral to urban life, serving as pivotal venues for human-nature interactions due to their unique locations. By focusing on these green spaces, the study can more acutely capture the characteristics of urban green spaces, thereby providing crucial research and practical foundations for enhancing the quality and promoting high-quality development of contemporary cities. This study specifically examines the green spaces within a 1 km radius around the Zhongshan and Yuhuatai Scenic Spots in Nanjing. Utilizing comprehensive field surveys and advanced remote sensing interpretation techniques, the study meticulously analyzes the overall characteristics of these green spaces and the distribution patterns of green spaces in typical construction land, aiming to delve into the spatial distribution characteristics and trends of green spaces around scenic areas. The findings of this study reveal several key insights: 1) over the past decade, the landscape composition of green spaces around scenic areas has undergone significant changes. The proportion of landscape area occupied by affiliated green spaces and protective green spaces has decreased, with some protective green spaces transforming into affiliated green spaces. The number of patches and the landscape shape index have both shown a trend of initial increase followed by a decrease. 2) The green spaces have become more fragmented in their landscape representation, with an increase in the aggregation index. Affiliated green spaces exhibit lower diversity and connectivity, while protective green spaces show the opposite trend. The green spaces extend from the scenic areas outwards, demonstrating better continuity and growth at the intersection of natural and cultural landscapes. 3) The closer a green space patch is to the scenic area, the larger its proportion of the landscape area, the higher its diversity index, and the greater its connectivity index. Conversely, the number of patches and the landscape shape index decrease as proximity to the scenic area increases. The area of green space patches also becomes larger and more continuous the closer they are to the scenic area. 4) The aggregation index of affiliated green spaces increases with proximity to the scenic area, while the aggregation index of protective green spaces decreases. Affiliated green spaces exhibit a more fragmented trend in the overall landscape, whereas protective green spaces appear more intact. In summary, the green spaces around the scenic spots need to strengthen their connection with the natural and cultural landscapes. It is essential to create diverse green growth nodes based on land use types and to connect and improve ecological networks of green spaces through ecological corridors. These measures are expected to provide a theoretical foundation for the optimization and management of urban green spaces. The study emphasizes the importance of integrating green spaces with the natural and cultural contexts of scenic areas. By fostering a diverse array of green spaces that are strategically located and interconnected, urban landscapes can be enriched and made more resilient. The implementation ofecological corridors is particularly crucial as they serve as vital links in the ecological network, ensuring the continuity and vitality of green spaces. This holistic approach not only enhances the aesthetic and ecological value of urban environments but also contributes to the sustainable development and management of these spaces. The findings of this study are expected to inform urban planning and management strategies, promoting the harmonious coexistence of humans and nature in contemporary cities.