Xuan Wu Travel Guide
Nanjing
Popular places to visit
Xuanwu Lake Park
Explore the islands, temples, bonsai museum and beautiful flower- and tree-filled gardens of a huge park with an ancient history.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Temple of Confucius
Tour the temple complex where for many years imperial scholars would pray to the philosopher Confucius before sitting their tough examinations.
Things to do
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Nanjing Private Tour: Qixia Temple, Australopithecus Cave, Tangshan Hot Spring
Top hotels in Xuan Wu
Nanjing Central Hotel
The room and facilities were good though shame about the gym and no pool but they were being renovated. I would highly recommend this hotel. It is in a great location from the metro and shopping centres. The staff are very professional and really accommodating even with the language difference with ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
Clean
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
Clean room, ease access to all transportations.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
Great location, bigger than other hotel room.
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
Staff were attentive, kind, and spoke a good amount of English. I would come back.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
The hotel is located next to a city gate and Ming Walls from the 14th Century. It is a short taxi or bus ride to Zilin Mountains and Sun Yatsen Mausoleum. The rooms have a good size and are eqiupped with all necessities.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Xuan Wu
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.
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.
Qinhuai Qu
You might enjoy the shopping while in Qinhuai Qu. Temple of Confucius is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Wudingmen Station or Yuhuamen Station to see more of the city.
Gulou
Gulou is well liked for its mountain views and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Nanjing Drum Tower and Yangtze are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Xinmofanmalu Station or Caochangmen Nanyi Second Division Station to get around.
Jian Ye
Get to know Jian Ye and its many features like its bars and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Nanjing Olympic Sports Center and Yangtze, and you can jump on the metro at Xinglongdajie Station or Mengdu Street East Station to get around the city.
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.
