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Tianjin (天津; Tiānjīn) is a municipality in China.

[edit] Understand

Climate	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Daily highs (°C)	2	5	12	21	26	30	31	30	26	20	11	4
Nightly lows (°C)	−8	−5	1	9	15	20	23	22	16	9	1	−5
Precipitation (mm)	3	4	8	21	38	71	171	146	46	23	10	4
Daylight (hrs/day)	5.8	6.3	6.6	7.7	8.6	8.4	7.0	7.2	7.4	6.8	5.8	5.4
Humidity is highly seasonal; only summer is consistently humid

Despite its size and importance as a port, Tianjin lacks the vitality of other large Chinese coastal cities, such as Shanghai or Guangzhou, and is often overshadowed by its bigger neighbor to the northwest, the nation's capital, Beijing. Still, despite its importance to supplying the capital with much of its materials, "TJ" has an identity of its own. And with several ongoing urban renewal and city beautification projects aimed at taking advantage of the city's spectacular treaty port architecture, the city's less-than-stellar reputation as a tourist destination is sure to improve.

Tianjin's climate is similar to, though slightly warmer than, its neighbour Beijing. Overall it can be described as continental; winters are cold and dry, as nights below −10 °C are not uncommon, and summers are hot and humid, with days reaching above the upper 30's °C not out of the question. The best time to visit is autumn, though if you do not mind dust storms, spring would also be an excellent choice.

[edit] Get in

[edit] By plane

If traveling internationally, Beijing International Airport is much more likely to serve as an arrival point. Then, with the two cities separted by just 120 km, some form of ground transportation proves highly efficient. (To get to Tianjin from the Beijing airport, take the bus found on the 2nd floor of the parking garage out of Terminal 2).

If traveling domestically, even still Beijing may be used as an initial arrival point and then scuttling on to Tianjin. The city has its own airport, Tianjin Binhai International Airport IATA: ZBTJ, which is only 15 km (9 mi) to the east of the urban area. A few international routes are available, including Hong Kong, Seoul, Nagoya and Kuala Lumpur.

[edit] By train

Tianjin Railway Station is the largest station in the city. It was first built in 1888 and then rebuilt in 1988. The station was again renovated in 2008 in preparation for the Olympic Games. Tianjin North is another railway stations in the urban area. Tanggu station serves the seaside district of the same name. Tianjin West and Tianjin South stations serve bullet trains to Shanghai, while Tianjin West in urban area and Tianjin South is a bit far from the city.

Tianjin railway station is open for the bullet train to Beijing South train station. One-way tickets are ¥55 for Economy, ¥66 for Business, or ¥94 for VIP. The bullet train designation is a 'C' and takes about 33 minutes, travelling up to 300 km/h. Some C-series trains make a stop in Wuqing, add 5 more minutes to the whole trip.

There are shuttle buses between Tianjin railway station and Tianjin airport. A ticket costs ¥10 per trip. It stops about 200 m from the train station northern gate (back gate). When one get down from the shuttle bus, just walk along the pavement and you will reach the train station.

Should you choose to take taxi, use the official taxi stand (just follow the signage). The taxi fare from Tianjin railway station to Tianjin airport is about ¥50-65. It is not advisable to use any of the touts that offer taxi services. The official taxi stand has plenty of taxis.

If leaving the station by taxi, be prepared for a production-line approach to getting the punters into taxis. Marshals keep the queue moving so have baggage ready to stow and a destination in mind or possibly be forced to go to the back of the line and wait your turn again.

Starting July, 2011, The Tianjin South Railway Station opened, handling some of the high-speed rail service to Shanghai. However, it is not near the city, being relatively far from the city center. There are some bus routes from the South Railway Station to the city, and the taxis are predominantly of the illegal variety, so plan accordingly. The renovated Tianjin West Station also handle the high-speed rail service to Shanghai. It can be reached by Tianjin Metro Line 1. Tianjin South serves as an intermediate station for bullet trains between Beijing South and Shanghai Hongqiao. Tianjin West is not located on the main line, but as a termini for trains between Tianjin West and Shanghai Hongqiao.

[edit] By car

The expressways to Beijing are sometimes closed due to dense smog in the autumn and spring so allow extra time if planning on using them during this period.

Group-share taxis from Tianjin (to Beijing, or vice-versa) run ¥50-60 per seat (4 seats in total), but these may be illegal taxis.

Car rental information is available via +86 13102107700 or [1]].

[edit] By bus

Tianjin is well connected with other cities via bus. The price from Beijing is about ¥30.

There are also two school bus lines linking Nankai and Tianjin Universities and Tsinghua University. They depart daily at 3:45PM and 4:45PM from Tsinghua's North-West Gate.

[edit] By boat

Tianjin is connected to Dalian as well Incheon, South Korea, by passenger boat.

Kobe, Japan - is served by a weekly China Express Line [2] ferry, departing Kobe at 11AM on Fridays and arriving in Tianjin at 2PM on Sundays. It takes 51 hours to do the nearly 2000 km (1242 mi) crossing between the two cities. Tianjin Office Tel.:+86 22-2420-5777

[edit] Get around

Founded in 1904, the Tianjin bus system was the first in China, and the metro was second in the nation (1970) and today the city is well served by its public transportation. Within the city, traveling on a bus line that is less than 12 km (7 km) will cost ¥1.5, while ¥1 will cover a journey on any line over 12 kilometers, even if you travel less than 12 km (7 mi) but on a line that is over this distance, the cost is still ¥1. It's well worth your time to look up popular bus routes. Buses are comfortable and clean.

The old Tianjin metro was suspended in 2001, but after refurbishing was re-opened in 2006. In addition, a light-rail line runs between the urban area of Zhongshanmen to the seaside area Donghailu in TEDA.

[edit] By taxi

Taxis are abundant. The minimum cost for 3 km is ¥8, (¥1.7 per km thereafter). Taxis also charge for the time while the vehicle is stationary at ¥1.7 for every five minutes (cost is exempt for less than five minutes). It is strongly recommended to avoid taxis from near the railway station. See note in the Get in-By train section above about how to avoid train station taxis. The same advice applies at tourist stops, it is best to walk a few blocks to a regular street to catch a metered taxi. Ride with illegal taxis at your own risk.

There are Tianjin tourist maps with destinations written in Chinese characters and English. Pointing at where you want to go will get you a long way with taxi drivers. It might be a good idea to take a magnifying glass along as many of the drivers have trouble with the small font.

You can rent a taxi driver for the day or even for just a few hours. The drivers are happy to wait, and the cost for two hours would be less than ¥100.

Another caution about taxis is that there are toll roads in some parts of China. In a taxi, you will be expected to pay the base fare plus the toll fee. The driver pays the toll and receives a receipt at the toll booth. At your destination, you ask for the receipt(s) and pay that amount plus the base fare. If you are going a long way, you may also be asked to pay for the return toll fee. That is a legitimate request, although you could argue that the driver will pick up another fare to pay for the toll anyway. You may or may not succeed with the driver.

Tipping isn't common practice, as in most Chinese cities.

[edit] By metro

Tianjin has two metro lines: Line 1 and Jinbin Light Rail (BMT). Jinbin will become Line 9 after its extension to the train station complete later this year or next year. There are two more lines under construction.

[edit][add listing] See

[edit] Buildings

• Dabei Monastery (大悲院; Dàbēiyuàn; lit. Great Compassion Temple), Tianwei Road, Hebei District (河北区天纬路; Héběiqū Tiānwěilù (About 2 km W of Tianjin North Railway Station. Take buses 1, 2, 4, 12, 18, 34, 177, 609, 609, 610, 611, 619, 632, 641, 646, 659, 670, 671, 818, 861, 878, 904 to Jingangqiao Stn (金钢桥; Jīngāngqiáo) on Zhongshan Rd (中山路; Zhōngshānlù) and walk NW of Tianwei Rd). 9AM-11:20AM, 2PM-4:30PM. The monastery was first built in the Ming Dynasty, but has been heavily rebuilt and renovated since and consists now of the West Monestary from 1669 and the East Monastery from 1940. It is the largest and oldest in town covering 10,600 m² (114,000 ft²). The temple houses Tianjin Buddhist Institute and exhibits quite many ancient statues. ¥10.  edit

• Confucian Temple, 2 Dongmenli, Nankai District (南开区东门里大街2号; Nánkāiqū Dōngménlǐdàjiē. 9AM-5PM. Early Qing Dynasty temple with a hall to honour Confucius and other halls for prayers. ¥4.  edit

• Grand Mosque (清真大寺; Qīngzhēndàsì), Xiaohuo Ln, Dafeng Rd, Hongqiao District (红桥区红桥区大丰路小伙巷; Hóngqiáoqū Dàfēnglù Xiǎohuǒxiàng) (Close to the Ancient Cultural Street, NE of Xibeijue Metro Stn (西北角; Xīběijué)). 9AM-5PM. Built in 1644 and constructed in wood. The mosque is still in use by the Tianjin Muslim community. Access for tourists to the interiour is limited. Free.  edit

• Xikai Church (西开天主教堂; Xīkāitiānzhǔjiàotáng; also known as the French Church or the Catholic Church), Dushan Rd, ☎ +86 22 2835-8812. M-Sa 9AM-11AM, 2PM-4PM. Built in 1917 by French Jesuits.  edit

• Drum Tower (鼓楼; Gǔlóu), Gulou E St, Nankai District (南开区鼓楼东街; Nánkāiqū Gǔlóudōngjiē) (Bus 652 will take you right to the door, buses 161, 635, 652, 657, 855, 863, 865 will also get you really close). The tower was originally built in the Ming Dynasty, but was destroyed during the culture revolution. The Drum Tower was rebuilt in 2001 and now actually houses a bell and not drums. The tower is home to varying exhibitions. Free.  edit

• Tianjin Radio&TV Tower (广播电视塔; Guǎngbōdiànshìtǎ), 1 Jinzi Rd, Hexi District, ☎ +86 22 2334-3557. The fourth largest tower in the world. But this one might be the most spectacular as it is surrounded by water.  edit

[edit] Parks

• Seaside Amusement Park.  edit

• Water Park.  edit

• Pan Mountain Scenic Area.  edit

• Beining Park.  edit

• Central Park.  edit

• Shuishang Park.  edit

• Tianta Lake Scenic Area.  edit

• Tianjin Haichang Polar Ocean World (天津海昌极地海洋世界; Tiānjīn Hǎichāng Jídì Hǎiyáng Shìjiè), Tianjin Binhai New Area Xiangluowan Business District No. 61; 天津市滨海新区响螺湾商务区第61号(Tiānjīn Bīnhǎi Xīn Qū Xiǎng Luówān Yóuxiāng Qū Qì 61 Hào), ☎ 022-66227777, [3]. A large buidling where you can see a wide variety of fish and mammals from both the Northern and Southern polar regions such as, Penguins, Polar Bears, Whales, Seals, Wolves, a wide variety of marine life, etc. You can also check out the Dolphin performances that they have scheduled a few times a day. Click here url="http://tianjinpolar.com/intro5.html" for bus routes near you  edit

[edit] Museums

• Tianjin Museum.  edit

• Tianjin Museum of Science and Technology.  edit

• Tianjin Natural History Museum.  edit

• Tianjin Opera Museum.  edit

• Garden of Serenity - Former Residence of Pu Yi, The Last Emperor of China (静园; Jìngyuán), 70 Anshan Road, Heping District; 和平区鞍山道70号(hépíngqū ānshāndào 9hào) (take bus# 3, 50, 673, 632, or 800 to Anshan Road. You can also take Subway line 1), ☎ 022-27311618, 022-27317393. Emperor Puyi took up residence here with his wife and concubine for a short while after leaving the Forbidden City.  edit

• Former Residence of Zhang Ailing, No.61 32th British colonial street; 英租界32号路61号 Yīngzūjiè 32 hào lù 61 hào. Early modern Chinese writer whose stories have been adapted into such films as Ang Li's "Lust, Caution". Zhang Ailing lived here for a very brief time during her early childhood years.  edit

• Tianjin Fine Art Museum.  edit

• Memorial Hall of Zhou Enlai and Deng Yingchao (周恩来邓颖超纪念馆；Zhōu'ēnlái dèngyǐngchāo jìniànguǎn), 9 Shui Shang Gong Yuan Xi Road, Nankai District; 天津南开区水上公园西路9号. 9:00am - 4:30pm (09:00-16:30), No entrance allowed after 4:00pm; Closed on Mondays.  edit

• Former Residence and Mausoleum of Huo Yuanjia (霍元甲故居纪念馆; Huò yuánjiǎ gùjū jìniànguǎn), XiQing District 天津市西青区 (Take bus#156 or 162 for roughly about 40 minutes.). 09:00-18:00. A large museum featuring the life of Huo Yuanjia (a historical figure played by Jet Li in the film "Fearless") and his contributions to China and Kungfu. The museum also displays a wide variety of weapons he collected. Just outside the museum is the tomb of Huo Yuanjia himself. Also surrounding the museum and residence is where you can find a professional wushu/kung fu school. 60rmb.  edit

• China House Museum, 72 Chi Feng Road(赤峰道), He Ping District（和平区）, ☎ 86-022-27123366. 9AM~17:30PM. China house museum is a private museum which belongs to the Tianjin Yueweixian Cultural Industry and Investment group. It is built with more than 700,000,000 pieces of Chinese acient porcelain; 15000 ancient porcelain bows ,dishes ,and vases; 300 ancient porcelain-cat pillows; 300 stone lions; 300 marble sculptures; more 20 tons natural crystal...Inside the museum there are 4 floors, filled with Chinese acient furniture, woodcarving,etc. All the exhibits are collected by the chairman of the museum, Zhang Lianzhi. And this museum is of great value. ￥35. (close at 18PM,7 days/week) edit

[edit] Streets and areas

• Ancient Cultural Street (古文化街; Gǔwénhuàjiē), Gongbei Ave-Gongnan Ave, Nankai District (南开区 宫北大街-宫南大街; Nánkāiqū Gōngběidàjiē-Gōngnándàjiē) (2 km E of Xibeijue Train Stn (西北角), buses 1, 4, 12, 15, 611, 612, 619, 624, 824 will also take you much closer to the street). Street not only lined with shops and cafes but also with interesting architecture, including lots of copies of Qing Dynasty buildings. Some of the most interesting buildings are Tianhou Palace (天后宫; Tiānhòugōng; Mazu temple), Yuhuang Cabinet (玉皇阁; Yùhuánggé; Ming Dynasty building) and Tongqingli (large residential building). This street is worth a visit even if it is very touristy.  edit

• Gulou Street (鼓楼街; Gǔlóujiē), Gulou West Street-Gulou E St, Nankai District (南开区 鼓楼西街-鼓楼东街; Nánkāiqū Gǔlóuxījiē-Gǔlóudōngjiē) (Getting off at Xinanjue Train Stn (西南角) you will be 500 m S of the far western end of Gulou St, bus 652 is running along part of the street, and buses 161, 635, 652, 657, 855, 863, 865 are crossing the street). Ancient cultural street full of cheap and tasty cafes.  edit

• Jiefang Road North (解放北路; Jiefang Beilu). Running north-south a couple of streets back from the River Hai, this street is where colonial banks built their branches in Tianjin during the treaty-port era and will definitely be of interest to those interested in colonial architecture or history. Many of the buildings have been retained and are well-preserved, giving the street a distinctly European feel. No longer the central business district, it isn't a very busy street, with noticably less car and pedestrian traffic than other parts of the city, making it a good place to spend a couple of hours wandering. Most of the buildings now house local Chinese banks so feel free to have a look inside (though staff may object to photography) at the interiors, many of which feature original wooden panelling and stained glass. Also on the street is the 'Chinese Muesum of Finance' which is home to several interesting financial artifacts, including the only share certificate in existance featuring a picture of Mao Zedong.  edit

• Heping Road. One of the busiest shopping precincts in Tianjin.  edit

• Machang Dao. Lined with large English style homes, another cultural street in Tianjin.  edit

• Binjiang Dao. Enormous street with block upon block of stalls and shops containing almost anything you may need.  edit

• Binhai District. The 183 km² Binhai New District holds three administrative areas: Tanggu, Hangu and Dagang, as well as some towns.  edit

[edit] Further away

• Huangyaguan. Worth a visit for its water run-off controls, well-preserved Great Wall of China towers, challenging hiking and striking scenery.  edit

• Eight Immortals Mountain.  edit

• Nine Dragon Mountain.  edit

• Dule Temple.  edit

• Dagu Fort.  edit

[edit][add listing] Do

Not renowned as tourist-friendly destination compared to other major Chinese cities , Tianjin is not visited by a large number of foreigners or Chinese alike. However, there are a number of attractions of interest to the foreign traveler, in particular the colonial architecture and streetscapes that are a vestige of Tianjin's legacy as a treaty port. The architecture is concentrated in three main areas:　Wu Da Dao (五大道), Jiefang Road North （解放北路) and the old Italian district (意大利风情旅游区) located to the west of the train station (see the previous section). All of these areas are fairly compact and flat, lending themselves well to walking tours.

[edit] Learn

Mandarin and is most often spoken in Tianjin. Any you can speak would prove useful since interaction with foreigners is somewhat limited.

Learning a few of the city bus routes for popular destinations may be useful (and especially for leaving the train stations and other tourist areas where taxis might try to rip you off).

[edit] Work

• There are many opportunities for English speakers to work as an "English Language Instructor" in Tianjin.
• There is an international consulting company called BOXINVES [4] managed by foreigners that provide free assistance to find a full or part time job, and offer internship programs in their group of companies in China.

[edit][add listing] Buy

Tianjin has both modern shopping malls and distinctive traditional stores, for shopping delight. Binjiang Dao Business Street and Heping Lu Business Street are the busiest and most prosperous shopping centers in Tianjin. Most of the top shopping malls or department stores can be found on these two streets.

Optionally, buy a good translator. Also, most restaurants have a picture menu where you can point and order.

You could also learn the hand gestures for numbers that sellers and buyers occasionally use for negotiating. Always carry a pen and paper too.

• Quanye Chang. The most famous department store.  edit

• Isetan Department Store.  edit

• Jinhui Shopping Square.  edit

One of the largest shopping districts is in Tianjin, near the Wal-Mart Supercenter:

• The Ancient Cultural Street. Has a lot of souvenirs and trinkets, but you must know (or learn) how to bargain. A small silk handbag is worth ¥12-20; a set of 4-6 chopstick sets is worth about ¥50-60 in Beijing and about ¥35-45 in Tianjin; large dolls are worth about ¥80-120 depending on how excited you seem to the seller.  edit

There are other large shopping districts where only local people shop. You will be a novelty in those areas, but you do not need to be nervous. You will probably get some great deals because even the inflated tourist prices in Tianjin are half what what they are in Beijing! Add in some friendly bargaining, and you will feel like the Champion Shopper of the World!

Tianjin is famous for the following products:

• Tea. Buy from the best at the many authentic Chinese tea houses in Tianjin.  edit

• Ceramic Figurines. Tianjin is famous for its high quality ceramics. These are a great souvenir to take home.  edit

• Shenyang Dao Antique Market. Biggest antiques market in China, this is a place that is a must see on any travelers list. Shenyang Dao Antique Market is filled with all kinds of shops selling porcelain items, paintings, gold, silver, copper, jade, etc.  edit

[edit][add listing] Eat

[edit] Budget

There are many inexpensive street markets throughout the city.

[edit] Mid-range

The most famous restaurants in Tianjin include:

• Goubuli (狗不理包子; Gǒubùlǐ Bāozi), 77 Shandong Rd, Heping District (和平区山东路77号; Hépíngqū Shāndōnglù), ☎ +86 22 2730-2540. Steamed buns restaurant also serving other dishes. Expect ¥50-100 for a couple.  edit

• Guifaxiang Mahua.  edit

• Erduoyan Zhagao.  edit

Other options include:

• Qishilin (Kiessling). Western food with good reputation.  edit

• YY Beer House, 3 Aomen Rd, Heping District (Behind the International Building), ☎ +86 22 2339-9634. A great inexpensive Thai restaurant offering a wide selection of beers. A great place to visit during the Thai Water Splashing festival in the spring!  edit

• Kudos Thai, 88 Chengdu Rd, Heping District (Just near the communication bank of china, close to Guilin Rd), ☎ +86 22 23329988. 11:30 - Late. Well decorated thai restaurant where the enviroment mixed cozy and mordern. All food are authenticly made by thai chef, and more important they are free of MSG and any artificial addictives. They've got a beatiful yard and nice tarrace where got a good view. RMB 80-120.  edit

• Amazon Brazilian B.B.Q. Bar, 189 Nanjing Rd, Heping District (In the basement of the Exchange), ☎ +86 22 8319-1098. Does exactly what it says on the tin and has an enthusiastic, if slightly kitschy Filipino band providing live music as you munch.  edit

• Alli Baba, 2 Hutong, Tongan Rd, Nankai University, ☎ +86 22 2351-3976. Featuring international cuisine and foreign student clientele close to the Nankai University campus, which has a whole range of dishes such as pasta, pizza, salad, etc.  edit

[edit] Splurge

• Sheraton Hotel, Zijinshan Rd, Hexi District, ☎ +86 22 2334-3388. Fine dining available at one of three top quality restaurants available onsite.  edit

• Bawarchi, 3/F Shanggu Business Complex West Building, 69 Tianta Rd, Nankai District, ☎ +86 22 2341-2786. Great Indian food, cooked in a traditional Indian tandoor clay oven by Indian chefs.  edit

[edit][add listing] Drink

There are a number of expat bars catering to the visiting business community, most of which can be a little expensive (¥25 upwards for a small bottle of beer) so if you like something a bit more laid back and comfortable, some recommended venues are as follows.

• Alibaba, Nameless lane, Opposite Bengon's, Tongan Dao, Heping District (和平区同安道兵果士对面无名的小街; Hépíngqū Tóngāndào Bīngguǒshìduìmiàn Wúmíngdexiǎojiē). Comes in a close second to Jim’s. Good Western food, cheap beer and table football. There is also a newly constructed Number 10 Downing Street themed private dining room for hire at the back. Also provides free internet access.  edit

• The Tavern, Joy Business Center, Bldg B, 3F, ☎ +86 22 2341-9696. More up-market and therefore slightly more pricey but a great place to hang out nonetheless. Run by the ever-welcoming British born Aussie, David, they have a good selection of draught beers and live music.  edit

• Rainbow Pub, 12 Yanhe Rd, Hexi District (河西区沿河路12号; Héīqū Yánhélù) (Near Sheraton). Very similar to pubs you might find in an English suburban town except the clientele are predominately Chinese. There is also a very kitsch Filipino band in residence here. Great fun and unpretentious to the end. Has recently received some very poor reviews by expats in Tianjin.  edit

As far as clubs go, Tianjin is a big university city both for Chinese and foreign students so there are lots of places for dancing. The music policy tends to be mostly Western and Chinese dance, pop and hip hop/R&B, so if you have more alternative tastes in music, the clubs are possibly not for you! However, some notables are:

• Scarlet, 155 Weijing Lu (Above the KFC that is directly across from the main gate of Tianjin University (3rd floor)). This is a nice, pretty upscale dance club. There are a lot of Europeans as well as Chinese people that hang out here. Every Friday and Saturday they have open bar for 80RMB, but there is a special restaurant and bar on the 2nd and 19th floors. Go through the main entrance on the 3rd floor and ask anyone that works there (a lot of them speak English) for directions or take the lift.  edit

• Seven.  edit

• New York Bar, Weijing Road (Opposite Nankai Uni, 4th floor of the KFC building). Was one of the hits in Tianjin 2-3 years ago. But soon went down because of the DJ's who played there.  edit

• Sitong Bar, (In the Olympic building), ☎ +86-022-23377177. Basement of Olympic Hotel, rather nice environment with good service. It is the most cosmopolitan music bar of Tianjin, best DJ´s after 22:00 combined with best music from filipino band.The best place for meet interesting people. Have become the only place people go. The Filipino band, Barman Fire Works and if everydays Good DJ music is present.  edit
• The Spot Café (The Spot Cafe), Heping District, Nanfu Fang Dajie (Across the street from Tian Yu Hotel on Dian Tai St), ☎ +86 022 2783-7104. 7:30AM-midnight. An American owned coffee house providing great coffees, teas, and pastries, as well as a variety of art and cultural events on a regular basis. ¥10.  edit
• Hank's Sports Bar & Grill, No. 56, ShangGu Business Center, Nankai District (Intersection of TianTaNan Road & ShuiShangDong Road), ☎ 23417997. Noon till late evening.. Authentic Chicago cuisine. Steaks, pizza, hamburgers, cold beer & great drinks. A good family and foreigners' meeting place; fine people there; managed and owned by Hank Martin & his wife Jeannie. Cable TV via Hong Kong and Slingbox out of America). Hank's is also the only place in Tianjin that shows the actual NFL football playoffs and has a true Super Bowl party.  edit

[edit][add listing] Sleep

[edit] Mid range

• Astor Hotel, 33 Taierzhuang Rd, ☎ +86 22 2331-1688. Regarded as a major national historical relic preservation project. It combines British classic architectural style with modern amenities. It is comprised of two wings, be sure to check out one of the rooms in the old wing for a true Old World experience. The lobby can pass as a history museum lined with murals, plaques and other interesting finds.  edit

• Dickson Hotel, 18 Binshui Ave. Four star hotel located in an ideal location, within easy access to the business and entertainment areas. The hotel provides Chinese and Western cuisine as well as offering a gym, jacuzzi and gift shop.  edit

• Somerset Olympic Tower Tianjin (天津盛捷奥林匹克大厦服务公寓), No 126 Chengdu Dao, Heping District, ☎ (86-22) 2335 5888 (enquiry.tianjin@the-ascott.com, fax: (86-22) 2335 3555), [5]. Close to the Central Business District and surrounded by streets with restaurants, shops and entertainment. Ranging from one to three bedrooms. Daily rates starts from ¥550.  edit

• Somerset Youyi Tianjin (天津盛捷友谊服务公寓), Block B, No35 Youyi Road, Hexi District, ☎ (86-22) 2810 7888 (enquiry.tianjin@the-ascott.com, fax: (86-22) 2810 7999), [6]. Located in the financial area hub. Daily rates starts from ¥570.  edit

• Tianjin Crystal Palace Hotel, 28 Youyi Rd, Hexi District, ☎ +86 22 2835-6888. You will not be able to miss this hotel, which looks like two beached cruise ships butted up against a lake. Has a good variety of features and amenities, but its location is a bit out of the way from downtown.  edit

• Tianjin First Hotel, 158 Jie Fang N Rd (Just across from the Hyatt and newly built Hisense Plaza), ☎ +86 22 3309988 (fax: +86 22 313000). Built in 1922, the rooms have high ceilings and a bit of a classic feel. In room internet can be had for ¥10 per day. Staff English ability is a bit low. ¥270 and up.  edit

[edit] Splurge

• Hyatt Regency Tianjin, 219 Jiefang N Rd (City centre, on the banks of the Hai River), ☎ +86 22 2330-1234 (bzcentre.tianj@hyattintl.com), [7]. The hotel is currently closed for renovations.  edit

• Renaissance Tianjin, 105 Jianshe Rd, Heping District, ☎ +86 22 2302-6888. Offering deluxe accommodations and superior facilities, it has a pool and fitness centre and meeting facilities.  edit

• Sheraton Hotel, Zijinshan Rd, Hexi District, ☎ +86 22 2334-3388. The Sheraton provides luxurious relaxation in every one of its 296 rooms.  edit

• Teda International Club, 7-2 Fukang Rd, Nankai District, ☎ +86 22 2300-5555. International 5 star hotel that is nicely decorated and equipped with modern facilities. All rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, satellite TV, IDD telephone, internet access, mini bar and 24-hour room service.  edit

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General Emergencies: 医科大学第一中心医院，医科大学第三医院， 滨江医院.

Traditional Medicine: 天津中医科院第一医院.

Ocular Emergencies: Tianjin Medical University Eye Centre (TMUEC) 天津医科大学眼科中心.

[edit] Contact

• Tianjin Balitai Post Office (天津八里台), Weijin Rd, No. 215 District (Opposite The Gate of Nankai University), 23378621.

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