Xuan Wu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.

Stay near popular Xuan Wu attractions

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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Activities

Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour

Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour

AU$190
per adult
Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour
Nanjing Qinhuai River

Nanjing By Night: Qinghuai River Cruise with Authentic Dining Experience

AU$286
per adult
Nanjing By Night: Qinghuai River Cruise with Authentic Dining Experience
Sun Yatsen Mausoleum

Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour

AU$393
per adult
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Xuan Wu Hotel Deals

InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

5 out of 5
1 Zhong Yang Road Nanjing Jiangsu
The price is AU$164 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$164
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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 June 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 AU$132 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$132
26 July - 27 July
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 AU$82 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$82
26 July - 27 July
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! (275 reviews)
"The staff Mrs Xu is very nice and patient. She always think every thing ahead, I.e fruit, dehumidifier. It is great experience in Nanjing travel."

Reviewed on 1 July 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 AU$158 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$158
26 July - 27 July
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 June 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 AU$192 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$192
3 Aug - 4 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 AU$83 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$83
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Temple of Confucius and Purple Mountain ...
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 June 2026

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Xuan Wu

Find the best Xuan Wu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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, Nan Tang er Ling and Niushoushan Forest Park 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 Jiangsu Nanjing TV Tower 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.

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