Donggou Travel Guide
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.
Xu Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Xu Garden, a lovely green space in Nanjing. Wander the lakeside and gardens while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Donggou
Shangri-La Nanjing
Cynthia Zheng was a lovely doorman. Club Lounge is amazing. Would stay at Shangri-La again.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
Clean room, ease access to all transportations.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
Clean
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
Our 4-night stay at the Ascott service apartment was pleasant and smooth. The bed was comfortable with just the right level of firmness, and the four supportive pillows helped ease our tired necks after long days of travelling. The TV was easy to operate, with many local channels and content available, ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
voco Nanjing Oriental Pearl by IHG
The room is pretty clean and has technology(Virtual assistant). I saw the pic showing the room has a Dyson hair dyer, but in reality, it doesn't. Overall, perfect location and cleanness. Note the highest level is 6. Don't expect too much. Recommended.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2023
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
Staff were attentive, kind, and spoke a good amount of English. I would come back.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Donggou
Qixia District
While you're in Qixia District, take in top sights like Zhongshan Mountain National Park or Yangtze, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Qixia Station or Xianlinhu Station.
Luhe District
If you're spending time in Luhe District, check out sights like Yangtze or Luhe Geological Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Fangzhouguangchang Station or Shenqiao Station.
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 Xu Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Mount Jiuhua Station or Jimingsi Station to get around.
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.
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.
