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.
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.
Tianjin University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Tianjin University during your trip to Tianjin. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Things to do
One day tour to downtown Tianjin from Beijing by high speed train
Shore Excursion: 2-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port
Private Great Wall Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port
Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver
Private Tianjin Shore Excursion to Badaling Great Wall with Beijing Dorp-off Option
Tianjin Port to Beijing Private 2-Day Tour Include Mutianyu Great Wall
Top hotels in Nankai
Conrad Tianjin
Good
Reviewed on 23 Mar 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
Tianjin Jiajun Express Hotel
Staff went above and beyond to help me. Professional and friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2024
Tianjin Aocheng Tiantian Apartment
Golden Ocean Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Nankai
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.
Hedong
The parks and riverfront are just a few things visitors like about Hedong. Binjiang Shopping Mall and Binjiang Avenue Shopping Street are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Chenglindao Station or Shiyijing Station to get around the larger area.
