Gulou
Nanjing
Popular places to visit
Temple of Confucius
You can learn about the history of Nanjing with a visit to Temple of Confucius. Visit the area's temples and shops.
Xuanwu Lake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Xuanwu Lake Park, a lovely green space in Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
Nanjing Presidential Palace
You can study the exhibits at Nanjing Presidential Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum
You can learn about the history of Nanjing with a visit to Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum. 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.
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.
Gulou Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Nanjing
"It was an amazing stay. Welcome fruits were fresh and the tea was fabulous! Will definitely come back again."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
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 April 2026
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 March 2026
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
"Loved these: -autoflush toilet -tidy well -interesting robot service to bring over items to us, very efficient -effective hair dryer, convenient toothpaste, disposable shavers, ample shampoo and body soap -quick water dispenser in the lobby -spacious, beautiful view -spare blankets available Not ..."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Lalu Nanjing
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.
