Donggou Travel Guide
Nanjing
Popular places to visit
Temple of Confucius
Tour the temple complex where for many years imperial scholars would pray to the philosopher Confucius before sitting their tough examinations.
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.
Xuanwu Lake Park
Explore the islands, temples, bonsai museum and beautiful flower- and tree-filled gardens of a huge park with an ancient history.
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.
Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge
After visiting Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
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.
Things to do
Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
Top hotels in Donggou
Shangri-La Nanjing
Cynthia Zheng was a lovely doorman. Club Lounge is amazing. Would stay at Shangri-La again.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
Nice view out there
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
Great location with direct access to subway. Clean room with friendly service
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
Room was generally clean, but mugs were changed on one of the days. There was a very strong smell of smoke on the last night of stay, when we had to get up 4:30 to catch a flight, it was disturbing…but I understood if other hotel guests choose to smoke in a non smoke room, the hotel has limited things ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
Clean room. In room washer and dryer were a pleasant surprise and made stay much easier
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Donggou
Qixia District
While you're in Qixia District, take in top sights like Zhongshan Mountain National Park or Yangtze, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Qixia Station or Xianlinhu Station.
Luhe District
If you're spending time in Luhe District, check out sights like Yangtze or Luhe Geological Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fangzhouguangchang Station or Shenqiao Station.
Xuan Wu
Xuan Wu is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Nanjing Presidential Palace and Xuanwu lake are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Mount Jiuhua Station or Jimingsi Station to get around.
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.
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.
