Qixia District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Qixia District
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.
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.
Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall
You can study the exhibits at Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
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.
Activities
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
Our pick of the best Qixia District Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Nanjing Harbour by IHG
Super friendly
Reviewed on 7 July 2025
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Happy Valley by IHG
Good services
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
nanjing youjianjiangnan Homestay
Mercure Nanjing Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum
Hampton by Hilton Nanjing Xianlin University Town
The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing
Great hotel
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Qixia District
Donggou
You might consider checking out Longshan Mountain Scenic Resort while you're exploring Donggou and the larger Nanjing area.
Xuan Wu
Xuan Wu is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Xu Garden and Nanjing Presidential Palace are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Mount Jiuhua Station or Jimingsi 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.
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.
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.
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.
