Xuan Wu Travel Guide

Nanjing

A traditional pagoda surrounded by lush greenery, with a modern skyscraper in the background.
A staircase with wooden railings leading to a seating area with tables and chairs.
A traditional Chinese gate with intricate designs and illuminated decorations.
A cluster of traditional round-roofed buildings surrounded by terraced fields.
A large tree with extensive roots overhanging a stone pathway by a body of water.

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A serene lakeside with a wooden dock, rowboats, and a small pavilion.

Xuanwu Lake Park

8.8/10 (54 reviews)
Explore the islands, temples, bonsai museum and beautiful flower- and tree-filled gardens of a huge park with an ancient history.
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Things to do

Zhongshan Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Zhongshan Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

£8
per adult
Zhongshan Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour

Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour

£96
per adult
Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service

Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service

£108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Nanjing Qinhuai River

Nanjing By Night: Qinghuai River Cruise with Authentic Dining Experience

£145
per adult
Nanjing By Night: Qinghuai River Cruise with Authentic Dining Experience
Nanjing Zhongshan Gate

Half-Day Private Customized Nanjing City Tour

£155
per adult
Half-Day Private Customized Nanjing City Tour
Sun Yatsen Mausoleum

Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour

£199
per adult
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
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Top hotels in Xuan Wu

Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

4.5 out of 5
No. 6 Huayun Road, Gulou District Nanjing Jiangsu
The price is £65 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£65
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Popular attractions Xuanwu Lake Park and Xuanwu ...
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

5 out of 5
1 Zhong Yang Road Nanjing Jiangsu
The price is £90 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£90
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nanjing Drum Tower and Jiming Temple are located ...
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
Nanjing Central Hotel

Nanjing Central Hotel

4 out of 5
75 Zhongshan Road Nanjing Jiangsu
The price is £43 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£43
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (281 reviews)
"The housekeeping lady at the 8th floor is very helpful. I am very stratified with her service."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Nanjing Central Hotel
The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

5 out of 5
201 Zhong Yang Road Nanjing Jiangsu
The price is £82 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£82
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Xuanwu lake and Xuanwu Lake Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (175 reviews)
"Amazing experience if you’re going to Nanjing you should stay here."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
Mercure Nanjing Downtown

Mercure Nanjing Downtown

3 out of 5
No. 34 Guanjiaqiao, Gu Lou District Nanjing Jiangsu
The price is £47 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£47
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nanjing Library and Chaotian Palace ...
Mercure Nanjing Downtown
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

4 out of 5
No 100 Changjiang Road Xuanwu District Nanjing
The price is £100 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£100
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Jiming Temple and Nanjing City Wall are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
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Where to stay in Xuan Wu

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A traditional Chinese courtyard with tiled roofs, a stone bridge, and a river.

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.

Traditional Chinese architecture with a large building featuring a prominent golden inscription.

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.

A large indoor space with a reflective water surface, a rock-like structure, and a large white building with a geometric roof.
Photo by Poh Huay Suen
Open Photo by Poh Huay Suen

Jiangning

Jiangning is well liked for its mountain views and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Nan Tang er Ling and Niushoushan Forest Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Mozhoudonglu Station or Zhengfang­zhonglu Station to get around.

A cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, likely the Shanghai Tower, surrounded by other high-rise buildings and a hazy sky.

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.

A traditional Chinese pavilion with a curved roof and red lanterns.

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 Qinhuai River, and jump on the metro at Fuzimiao Station to get around the city.

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