Gulou
Nanjing
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
Half-Day Private Customized Nanjing City Tour
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Half Day Nanjing City Private Flexible Tour with Night River Cruise
Nanjing By Night: Qinghuai River Cruise with Authentic Dining Experience
Top hotels in Gulou
Shangri-La Nanjing
Excellent service and beautiful hotel, room is spacious and well designed. We always stay here when visiting Nanjing.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
The staff are extremely welcoming and helpful. The manager himself even hleped me with museum bookings and event bookings
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
Well the hotel was nice but uncontrolled people who smoke in the buyeven there’s no smoking everywhere. Elevator not enough to handle the crowd. I was there when there was a party at the restaurant elevator too small and couldn’t accommodate so many people. And people were smoking everywhere. Not ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
Breakfast was plentiful and had options for those still getting used to the local foods. Room was clean, and staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
The Lalu Nanjing
Other neighbourhoods around Gulou
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
