A European-Style Stroll Guide to Five Great Avenues, Roaming Tianjin
Tianjin is a city that combines historical culture with modern charm. Here is a travel guide:
Recommended Attractions
- Tianjin Eye: Located on the Yongle Bridge at the Sancha River Estuary in Hongqiao District, it is a landmark of Tianjin. You can take the Ferris wheel to overlook the beautiful Haihe River and the entire Tianjin cityscape.
- Five Great Avenues: At No. 83 Chongqing Road, Heping District, known as the "Exhibition of International Architecture," there are more than 2,000 European-style buildings. You can stroll and admire them, take a horse carriage tour, and visit famous residences such as the Prince Qing Mansion.
- Italian Style Town: At No. 25 Ziyou Road, Hebei District, the area features many Italian-style buildings, numerous restaurants, cafes, and bars where you can experience European charm and taste exotic cuisine.
- Ancient Culture Street: Located in Nankai District, it is one of Tianjin’s top ten scenic spots. The street has an antique atmosphere with many long-established shops and handicraft stores. You can buy special souvenirs like Clay Figurine Zhang colored sculptures and Yangliuqing woodblock New Year paintings, and also enjoy Tianjin’s specialty foods.
- TEDA Aircraft Carrier Theme Park: Located at the intersection of Central Avenue and Park Road in Binhai New Area, you can board the aircraft carrier for a visit and watch carrier combat performances. It is a great place for military enthusiasts and family trips.
Recommended Food
- Goubuli Baozi: One of Tianjin’s representative foods, known for its carefully selected ingredients and strict production process. The buns have uniform pleats and are plump but not greasy.
- Erduoyan Fried Cake: Crispy on the outside, soft and glutinous inside, with sweet and tasty red bean paste filling. It is one of Tianjin’s three famous snacks.
- Jianbing Guozi: A traditional Tianjin breakfast made from mung bean flour thin pancakes, topped with egg, stuffed with fried dough sticks or crispy wafers, and spread with sweet bean sauce, fermented tofu, and other condiments. It has a rich flavor and a soft, delicious texture.
- Black Garlic Beef Cubes: A classic Tianjin dish. The black garlic beef cubes at Guiyuan Restaurant are highly recommended. The beef cubes are tender and juicy, with the black garlic sweet and flavorful.
Recommended Accommodation
- Banyan Tree Tianjin Riverside: Located at No. 34 Haihe East Road, with beautiful scenery and views of the Haihe River. The hotel’s round bathtub is comfortable for soaking, ideal for quality-seeking travelers.
- Tianjin Polar Ocean Hotel: At No. 33 Polar Square, Binhe South Road, close to the Polar Ocean Park, convenient for visiting with children. The night view is also very beautiful.
- InterContinental Tianjin Yujiapu Hotel & Executive Apartments: At No. 3360 Xinhua Road, adjacent to the Haihe River, with a wide view, quiet and clean, offering great value for money.
Transportation Guide
- Arrival: Tianjin has multiple train stations including Tianjin Station and Tianjin West Station. It is recommended to choose these two stations as they are located in the core city area with many nearby attractions. You can take the subway or airport shuttle bus from the airport to the city center.
- City Transportation: The subway is convenient and fast, currently covering major attractions with multiple lines; buses are also well developed; shared bikes are suitable for short-distance travel and offer a unique experience for city sightseeing.