Popular places to visit
Nanjing Drum Tower
Learn about the local history of Nanjing with a stop at Nanjing Drum Tower. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
Hohai University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Hohai University, during your trip to Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
Jiangsu Nanjing TV Tower
You can learn about the history of Nanjing with a stop at Jiangsu Nanjing TV Tower. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
Yuejiang Tower
You can find out about the history of Nanjing with a visit to Yuejiang Tower. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples in the area.
Nanjing University of Technology
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Nanjing University of Technology, during your trip to Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
Tianfei Palace
You can find out about the history of Nanjing with a trip to Tianfei Palace. Stroll along the marina or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Things to do
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Nanjing City Private Customized Day Tour with Lunch
Half-Day Private Customized Nanjing City Tour
Nanjing By Night: Qinghuai River Cruise with Authentic Dining Experience
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
Gulou Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Nanjing
Great place, close to a lake and temple. Was a great experience and I will enjoy Shangri-La properties.
Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025
Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
Do not imagine yourself staying in a five stars hotel. This is a very old property. The furniture and amenities are old and beat up. The staff is friendly and competent. The cleaning crew is very friendly and did a good job. The issues arise from the property showing its age that’s all. If you want ...
Reviewed on May 26, 2025
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
Breafast is good
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
The hotel is nice and clean. But the transportation around the area is not convenient as it is located out of the main part of the city. Also, there are not a lot of options for shopping and dining nearby. But the staff is really great, very nice and helpful.
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025
Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
Not bad
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Gulou
Xuan Wu
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Xuan Wu. Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Presidential Palace are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Mount Jiuhua Station or Jimingsi Station to get around the larger area.
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.
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.
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.
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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