Xinjiekou Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Xinjiekou
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.
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 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.
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 Day Tour With Must-Visit Attractions
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
Nanjing By Night: Qinghuai River Cruise with Authentic Dining Experience
Half-Day Private Customized Nanjing City Tour
Our pick of the best Xinjiekou Hotel Deals
The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing
Good
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2025
Jinling Hotel Nanjing
Excellent service, excellent location, friendly and attentive staff, especially the concierge, Odette Pan. She arranged a private art tour of the art located around the hotel’s premises for me and explained the hotel’s history and design. Highly recommend staying at this hotel if you are traveling ...
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Nanjing Central Hotel
Here’s a recommendation from someone all the way from Guyana approving your stay at the Central Hotel in Nanjing. I’ve enjoyed my stay there.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Novotel Nanjing Central Suning
excellent location in Nanjing city, close to metro stations
Reviewed on 6 July 2025
Nanjing Kaibin Apartment Zhujianglu Muma
It was tricky to find the entrance, as other reviewers have mentioned - for reference it is on Lujiali across from the Suwu office building - but the apartments were conveniently located, clean and very comfortable. The staff were also really lovely. There wasn’t a lot of cutlery but the kitchenette ...
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Nanjing Hotel Kaibin Apartment Xinjiekou
I loved the free washing machine and detergent in my room. My clothes dried nicely overnight. Staff was friendly, though could not help call a taxi. Metro stop is quite close, and there are lots of fun eating places nearby. The only 2 downsides are that the wi-fi connection was not very good, and ...
Reviewed on 12 July 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Xinjiekou
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.
Xuan Wu
Xuan Wu is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Presidential Palace are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Mount Jiuhua Station or Jimingsi 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.
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.
Jian Ye
Get to know Jian Ye and its many features like its bars and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Nanjing Olympic Sports Center and Yangtze, and you can jump on the metro at Xinglongdajie Station or Mengdu Street East Station to get around the city.
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.
