Nankai Travel Guide
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.
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.
Tianjin Eye
Get an elevated perspective of Tianjin from a ride to the top of this iconic city landmark atop a bridge.
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.
Things to do
One day tour to downtown Tianjin from Beijing by high speed train
Day Tour:Huangyaguan Great Wall&Qing Emperor's Tombs from Beijing
Private Tour to Uncover Tianjin’s Must-Visit Bucket-List Spots
Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver
Unlimited Flexible Tianjin City Highlights Tour from Beijing by Bullet Train
Top hotels in Nankai
Conrad Tianjin
The room is very clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Tianjin Downtown by IHG
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
Other neighbourhoods around Nankai
Xiyingmen
When in Xiyingmen, you can plan a visit to Tianjin Water Park and Tianjin Olympic Center Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Nankai Qu
During your stop in Nankai Qu, check out the historical sites, and jump on the metro at Changhonggongyuan Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Heping
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Heping. Binjiang Avenue Shopping Street is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Yingkoudao Station or Hepinglu Station to see more of the city.
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 Xiao Bai Lou Commercial Area, 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. Xiao Bai Lou Commercial Area and Tianjin Radio and Television Tower 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.
