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

Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour

Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour

Rp2.335.421
per adult
Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour
Shanghai to Nanjing Bullet Train Trip | Explore Must-See Sights

Shanghai to Nanjing Bullet Train Trip | Explore Must-See Sights

Rp9.090.231
per adult
Shanghai to Nanjing Bullet Train Trip | Explore Must-See Sights
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service

Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service

Rp2.637.417
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Sun Yatsen Mausoleum

Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour

Rp4.839.789
per adult
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
Private Nanjing Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train

Private Nanjing Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train

Rp10.679.682
per adult
Private Nanjing Day Tour from Shanghai by Bullet Train
Half day Tour Purple Mountain and Ming Tomb - World Heritage

Half day Tour Purple Mountain and Ming Tomb - World Heritage

Rp3.684.765
per adult
Half day Tour Purple Mountain and Ming Tomb - World Heritage
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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 Nanjing Jiangsu
The price is Rp1.738.560 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.738.560
Rp2.027.160 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (337 reviews)
"Clean , Nice Building. Friendly"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

4.5 out of 5
No. 6 Huayun Road, Gulou District Nanjing Jiangsu
The price is Rp1.473.546 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp1.473.546
Rp1.561.946 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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
Nanjing Central Hotel

Nanjing Central Hotel

4 out of 5
75 Zhongshan Road Nanjing Jiangsu
The price is Rp878.530 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp878.530
Rp1.024.366 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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! (276 reviews)
"Good location and convenient"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 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 Rp1.698.070 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.698.070
Rp1.979.948 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Xuanwu lake and Xuanwu Lake Park are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (174 reviews)
"Amazing experience if you’re going to Nanjing you should stay here."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

4 out of 5
No 100 Changjiang Road Xuanwu District Nanjing
The price is Rp2.064.652 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp2.064.652
Rp2.407.384 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

4 out of 5
No. 199 Longpan Road Nanjing
The price is Rp899.976 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp899.976
Rp1.049.372 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Purple Mountain Observatory and Nanjing ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (65 reviews)
"The room is clean, staff are very helpful; A nice place to stay, very close to subway station and food areas."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
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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, Niushoushan Forest Park and Yangtze 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.

An ornate entrance with traditional Chinese architecture, including a golden statue and intricate carvings.
Photo by Roger Knau
Open Photo by Roger Knau

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.

Xuan Wu Travel Guide

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