Xuan Wu
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.
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.
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.
Temple of Confucius
Tour the temple complex where for many years imperial scholars would pray to the philosopher Confucius before sitting their tough examinations.
Xuan Wu Hotel Deals
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
Great location with direct access to subway. Clean room with friendly service
Reviewed on 2026/2/8
Nanjing Central Hotel
May need renovation
Reviewed on 2026/1/26
The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
Nice view out there
Reviewed on 2026/2/11
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
Novotel Nanjing East Suning
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
Clean room. In room washer and dryer were a pleasant surprise and made stay much easier
Reviewed on 2026/1/12
Other neighborhoods 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
