Great view of the old wall. I would only recommend to visit the lake if you don't have anything else to do in Nanjing! More

This lovely lake park is an absolute wonder in the middle of Nanjing. If you can, save this outing for a sunny day. There are lovely views of Nanjing all around the lake. Walk the islands to see bridges and temples, and an artfully disguised cell phone tower! Or just sit and do some of the best, most varied people... More

Went for a very pleasant walk around this lake on a lovely spring day in Nanjing. Loads and loads of people about and using paddle boats on the water. Couple of beautiful brides out having their photos taken. Give yourself a couple of hours if you want to walk across the islands. More

a great relaxing day out seeing the subtle differences between islands - and a good place to walk the Nanjing city walls More

After visiting Westlake in Hangzhou last year, we did not know what to expect with Xuanwu. Thankfully, we were surprised. This lake proved to be at least as beautiful as Westlake. While the lake's water are far from being clear, the trees along the beautiful causeways and the blooming flowers around the lake are simply stunning. We had a nice... More

My first night in Nanjing I asked the bartender, a sweet college student who spoke English the things she suggested seeing. This was after we had had a beer together. I felt very comfortable following her suggestions and Xuanwu Lake was her first and foremost. After going I see why. It was probably my favorite thing to see; other than... More

It was an amazing experience to walk along this lake in the evening. Kites with coloured lights are flying in the air, groups of people are gathered together along the lake engaged in all sorts of activities. Singing, line dancing, playing musical instruments or just going for walks. The Xuanwu lake was one of the highlights of our stay in... More

Xuanwu Lake is a great urban park. Huge lakes and islands representlng continents. The garden are outstanding even though we went there in late October. If you go in the spring with the giant lotus plants blooming in the water and the rose gardens in bloom, it would be really terrific. The park is great for people watching. It is... More

Lots to see day and night - flying kites, opera Karaoke, Chinese checkers, boat rides, Tai Chi, social dancing, synchronized dance groups practicing. The lights around the lake at night are amazing. More