Xuan Wu

Nanjing

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Popular places to visit

Xuan Wu Lake Park showing a park and a lake or waterhole

Xuanwu Lake Park

Explore the islands, temples, bonsai museum and beautiful flower- and tree-filled gardens of a huge park with an ancient history.

Xuanwu Lake Park
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum as well as a large group of people

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum

Visit the majestic tomb of the man who ended China’s feudal monarchy and who is known as the father of modern China.

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum
Nanjing Presidential Palace showing heritage architecture and chateau or palace as well as a small group of people

Nanjing Presidential Palace

From the Chinese Revolution to the nationalist government of the Kuomintang party, this palace has played a part in modern China’s dramatic political upheavals.

Nanjing Presidential Palace
Nanjing Presidential Palace which includes heritage architecture

Xu Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Xu Garden, a lovely green space in Nanjing. Wander the lakeside and gardens while you're in the area.

Xu Garden
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum which includes a park

Zhongshan Mountain National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Zhongshan Mountain National Park, a lovely green space in Nanjing. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Zhongshan Mountain National Park

Nanjing University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Nanjing University, during your trip to Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

Nanjing University

Things to do

Nanjing Xiaoling Tomb

Nanjing City Private Customized Day Tour with Lunch

P13,821
per adult
Nanjing City Private Customized Day Tour with Lunch
The Nanjing Presidential Palace, a historic site in China, served as the political hub for multiple regimes, blending Chinese and Western architecture, and was home to Sun Yat-sen and Chiang Kai-shek.

Nanjing One day Private Tour Republic of China Era Theme

P15,057
per adult
Nanjing One day Private Tour Republic of China Era Theme
Qinhuai river cruise

Half Day Nanjing City Private Flexible Tour with Night River Cruise

P19,720
per adult
Half Day Nanjing City Private Flexible Tour with Night River Cruise
Laomendong

Nanjing Private Night Tour: Confucian Temple Area, Ming City Wall, Laomendong

P10,225
per adult
Nanjing Private Night Tour: Confucian Temple Area, Ming City Wall, Laomendong
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service

Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service

P8,297
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Sun Yatsen Mausoleum

Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour

P16,686
per adult
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
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Top hotels in Xuan Wu

InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
5 out of 5
1 Zhong Yang Road, Gulou Dist., Nanjing, Jiangsu
The price is P6,253 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
P6,253
P7,291 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nanjing Drum Tower and Jiming Temple are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (292 reviews)
"Breakfast is great."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
Nanjing Central Hotel
Nanjing Central Hotel
4 out of 5
75 Zhongshan Road, Gulou District, Nanjing, Jiangsu
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (219 reviews)
"A great hotel in the best location in Nanjing - central to everything. Friendly and professional staff made my stay truly relaxing and enjoyable. This is my go-to hotel every time I visit Nanjing. Thank you."

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

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The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
5 out of 5
201 Zhong Yang Road, Nanjing, Jiangsu
The price is P5,029 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P5,029
P5,864 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Xuanwu lake and Xuanwu Lake Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (153 reviews)
"great hotel"

Reviewed on Dec 24, 2024

The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
4 out of 5
No. 199 Longpan Road, Xuanwu District, Nanjing
The price is P2,934 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P2,934
P3,421 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Purple Mountain Observatory and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
Nice hotel
"Great location with a nice view of the lake. Breakfast is wonderful. We appreciate the friendly hotel staff and clean modern facilities"

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2024

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
3.5 out of 5
No. 6 Huayun Road, Gulou District, Nanjing, Jiangsu
The price is P5,096 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P5,096
P5,401 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Popular attractions Xuanwu Lake Park and Xuanwu lake are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"Good connection to the subway via the mall (currently not ready yet). Room is bright and clean, with an automated WC. Front desk staff were responsive. As a fairly new property, service standards should improve with time and training."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
3.5 out of 5
No 100 Changjiang Road Xuanwu District, Nanjing
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,383 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P5,383
P6,276 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Jiming Temple and Nanjing City Wall are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Highly recommend
"Service are really good. Starting from the reception to the room services。 I will be back !"

Reviewed on May 8, 2025

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Xuan Wu

Temple of Confucius which includes religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Xinjiekou

The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Xinjiekou. Check out Nanjing Library while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Daxinggong Station or Xinjiekou Station to get around town.

Xinjiekou
Temple of Confucius which includes religious aspects, signage and a temple or place of worship

Fuzimiao Area

Well-liked for its museums and monuments, Fuzimiao Area is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Temple of Confucius and Taiping Heavenly Kingdom History Museum, and jump on the metro at Fuzimiao Station to get around the city.

Fuzimiao Area
Temple of Confucius which includes a statue or sculpture, a temple or place of worship and religious aspects

Qinhuai Qu

Qinhuai Qu is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Wudingmen Station or Yuhuamen Station to explore sights like Temple of Confucius.

Qinhuai Qu
Old bomb shelter, turned government parking garage, turned awesome bookstore.

Gulou

The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Gulou. Nanjing Drum Tower and Yangtze are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Xinmofanmalu Station or Caochangmen Nanyi Second Division Station to get around the larger area.

Gulou
Statue representing peace at the end of the Nanjing Massacre Memorial.

Jian Ye

The bars and monuments are just a few things visitors like about Jian Ye. Nanjing Olympic Sports Center and Yangtze are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Xinglongdajie Station or Mengdu Street East Station to get around the larger area.

Jian Ye
Beautiful little Temple in the Rain Forest terrace Scenic Area of Yuhuatai. Unlike the larger Temples like the Confucius Temple, this small place actually has monks living there. They invited me to sit and have tea with them and gave me a personal tour. #LocalSecrets

Yu Hua Tai

Appreciated for its mountain views and museums, you might consider exploring Yu Hua Tai. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Yangtze, and jump on the metro at Ruanjiandadao Station or Huashenmiao Station to get around the city.

Yu Hua Tai

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