Nankai
Tianjin
Popular places to visit
Drum Tower
See the views from the top of this grand building, known for its elegant replications of architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Tianjin Eye
Get an elevated perspective of Tianjin from a ride to the top of this iconic city landmark atop a bridge.
Ancient Culture Street
Sample local dishes, admire recreated traditional architecture and see shoes from nearly every era of Chinese history as you explore this popular street.
Drum Tower
See the views from the top of this grand building, known for its elegant replications of architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Binjiang Avenue Shopping Street
During your trip to Tianjin, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Binjiang Avenue Shopping Street. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.
Wanghailou Church
Venture inside one of Tianjin’s first Christian buildings, which has become a symbol of resilience after having been destroyed on three separate occasions.
Things to do
One day tour to downtown Tianjin from Beijing by high speed train
Private Great Wall Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port
Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver
Private Shore Excursion of Must-See Tianjin City Attractions
Shore Excursion: 2-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port
Top hotels in Nankai
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Tianjin Downtown by IHG
Excellent staff
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025
Novotel Tianjin Drum Tower
Nice place to stay in Tianjin. Large room and free amenities in the room. Staff offer extra blanket because the heater wasn't on yet
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025
Tianjin Jiajun Express Hotel
Staff went above and beyond to help me. Professional and friendly.
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2024
Golden Ocean Hotel
Greentree Sunshine 100 Express Hotel
UC by Hyatt West Railway St Hotel
Near subway, very convenient even back to Beijing via train
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Nankai
Huayuan
During your stop in Huayuan, check out the restaurants, and jump on the metro at Wangdingdi Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Heping
You might enjoy the historic sites while in Heping. Binjiang Shopping Mall is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yingkoudao Station or Hepinglu Station to see more of the city.
Italian Concession
Travelers enjoy Italian Concession for its museums and historic sites. Consider checking out Former Residence of Liang Qichao while you're in the area.
Wu Da Dao
Well-liked for its bars and monuments, Wu Da Dao is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Binjiang Avenue Shopping Street and Former Residence of Gu Weijun, and jump on the metro at Xiaobailou Station to get around the city.
Tianjin City Center
Tianjin City Center is a destination travelers like for its historic sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Jinwan'guangchang Station or Hepinglu Station to explore sights like Binjiang Avenue Shopping Street.
Hexi
Hexi is well-liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Tianjin Radio and Television Tower and Tianjin Youth Activity Center are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Leyuandao Station or Southwest Tower Subway Station to get around.
