Donggou
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.
Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall
You can study the exhibits at Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Nanjing. 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.
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.
Things to do
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
Half-Day Private Customized Nanjing City Tour
Top hotels in Donggou
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
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
Clean
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
Clean room, ease access to all transportations.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
Great location, bigger than other hotel room.
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
Staff were attentive, kind, and spoke a good amount of English. I would come back.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Holiday Inn Nanjing Harbour by IHG
Super friendly
Reviewed on Jul 7, 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 the city at Qixia Station or Xianlinhu Station.
Luhe District
While you're in Luhe District, take in top sights like Yangtze or Fenghuangshan Park, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Fangzhouguangchang Station or Shenqiao Station.
Xuan Wu
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Xuan Wu. Nanjing City Wall and Xu Garden 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.
Gulou
The mountain views and museums are just a few things visitors like about Gulou. Nanjing Drum Tower and Yangtze are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Xinmofanmalu Station or Caochangmen Nanyi Second Division 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.
