Tianjin Things to Do

Depending on personal taste, this maw of stores and stalls is viewed either as a fiendish tourist trap, or as Tianjin's superstar attraction. False red and green painted wooden storefronts capped by elaborate pagoda styled tile... more

Restaurant by day, bar by night, this taproom attracts revelers, regardless of age, in search of the offbeat and eclectic. Located on the outskirts of the Nankai University campus, the interior sets the tone with an odd collect... more

What began in 1914 as a smart place to store dinosaur bones and stuffed birds has gradually evolved into one of the most recognized natural history museums on the planet. Its research contributions to science are many. Fortunat... more

Given the incomparable beauty of this park, Tianjin's largest, it is difficult to comprehend that this was once a brick-making site. Opened in 1951, the park features three lakes (West, East and South), all perfect for floating... more

Listed as one of the largest Zen temples in northern China, this house of worship tilts the mind's proverbial “wow-meter” all the way into the red. It consists of two temples: Old and New. The Old was built in 1669. It features... more

"Zow," is one of the more common reactions heard when entering this wall-to-wall mall of restaurants. Hemmed in by three large buildings and enclosed by a massive glass roof forming a convenient pedestrian mall, more than 100 r... more

This church really stands out as architectural eye-candy. Constructed in 1917 by French Jesuit missionaries this Tianjin landmark features three massive green domes making it easy to spot miles away. The façade adds to the buil... more

This park could easily elevate to shrine status, especially during spring when the trees and flowers begin to bloom with incomparable color. Ponds and pavilions linked by 29 arch bridges suffuse the entire park with a keen sens... more

Music, glowing neon lights, music, glowing neon lights, and music are the dominating features of this popular nightclub. Its state-of-the-art sound system pulses with all of the latest tunes from China, Europe and even the Unit... more