Nankai Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Haihe Cultural Square
Explore the great outdoors at Haihe Cultural Square, a lovely green space in Tianjin. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Activities
Private Great Wall Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port
Our pick of the best Nankai Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Tianjin Downtown by IHG
Excellent staff
Reviewed on 3 Apr 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 15 Oct 2025
Golden Ocean Hotel
Tianjin Jiajun Express Hotel
Staff went above and beyond to help me. Professional and friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2024
Greentree Sunshine 100 Express Hotel
Homeinn(Anshan West Road Tianjin University North Gate Store)
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 historical 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
Museums and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Italian Concession. A stop by Former Residence of Liang Qichao is also recommended if you've got time to explore 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
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Tianjin City Center. Binjiang Avenue Shopping Street is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Jinwan'guangchang Station or Hepinglu Station to see more of the city.
Hexi
The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about Hexi. Tianjin Radio and Television Tower and Tianjin Youth Activity Center are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Leyuandao Station or Southwest Tower Subway Station to get around the larger area.
