Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe
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Is Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe worth booking?
Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe is a 6.3-hour experience in Tianjin, China, from $215 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (3)
- Duration
- 6.3 hours
- From
- $215 per person
Private walking day tour is the best way for you to visit Tianjin, a city with 13 million population, the second largest city closed to Beijing, for the first time. You will learn its history, see its city landscape, vi
What you get
About this experience
Private walking day tour is the best way for you to visit Tianjin, a city with 13 million population, the second largest city closed to Beijing, for the first time. You will learn its history, see its city landscape, visit popular attractions, shop at a local market, and taste famous local snacks and have lunch in a nice popular restaurant during this 6-hour tour within a walking distance of around 3.7 miles (6 km). Comfortable walking through streets of the city center. A local guide speaks fluent English, lived and worked in Europe, will accompany you from the beginning to the end. The tour ends in a pedestrian street with plenty of coffee shops and shopping malls.
What's included
Included
- Air-conditioned mini van can be arranged with extra fee if needed by guests.
- Lunch
- Local taxes
- Private English-speaking guide
Not included
- Personal expense
- Gratuities (recommended: CNY50 per person for the guide)
What you'll see and do
Ancient Culture Street (Gu Wenhua Jie)
A street with traditional Chinese buildings and many souvenir shops selling Chinese hand-craft fans, dresses, antiques, scarfs, etc. Many modern buildings and local residence area is closed by. A perfect mix shows Tianjin's yesterday and today.
90 minutes here
Ferris wheel, Eye of Tianjin
It is a big wheel similar as the London Eye. What is highlighted this place is the neighborhood, a river view along a beautiful bridge, and local activities are taking place along the day beside the river. Perfect place to fit in the real local life and understand the local culture.
60 minutes here
Jinwan Square
a walking street full of old western buildings made 100 years ago, when Tianjin was the holiday city for royal families, diplomatists, millionaires and celebrities. Now plenty of old buildings turned into coffee shops and galleries. Besides walking and sightseeing, you will stop for a coffee break here for 30 minutes while enjoying the nice river view and fresh air.
50 minutes here
NanShi ShiPin Jie
A food street to taste Chinese local desert, pancake and snacks. You will have Chinese lunch nearby in a nice local restaurant with local beers.
90 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Smaller group of 2-4 people
Duration: 6 hours lunch, snack and bottled water Pickup included
Larger group of 5-10 people
Duration: 6 hours lunch, snack and bottled water Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Catherine's Tianjin Tours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Full day in Tianjin - a pleasant surprise
We had already stayed in Beijing prior to our cruise, so we contacted Catherine to set up a one day tour of Tianjin while our cruise ship was in port for 3 days (while many other passengers were off to Beijing). We agreed with Catherine on an itinerary which included elements of the city day tour, a food tour, and a nighttime cruise on the river. We actually emailed back and forth with Catherine several times to be sure we clarified what was included/excluded in the tour since we had customized the itinerary with Catherine. Our guide Alison came with a driver to pick us up at the cruise port in the morning and was right on time and waiting for us as we exited (actually she had arrived early to avoid any chance that traffic could cause her to be late). The drive from the cruise port to central Tianjin took about an hour and a half with the moderate traffic that morning. From the beginning, Alison was friendly and engaging and we really enjoyed our time with her. She was extremely accommodating to adjust time spent in different locations to match our level of interest between historical/cultural sights, artisan crafts, food sampling, and a bit of shopping. Alison took us to a local restaurant for our lunch early in the afternoon, so we would would still be able to enjoy some street snacks later in the day. Prior to our trip, we had focused a lot of our attention on the other cities in China that we planned to visit and really were very pleasantly surprised at how interesting this city was to visit. At the end of a day of walking we were ready for just sitting down, relaxing and enjoying the nighttime lights and the many bridges along the Haihe River. Alison said goodbye to us after buying our tickets and making sure we were safely onboard the river tour boat. While the continuous commentary on board the river boat was only provided in Mandarin, at that point in the day we were perfectly content to just enjoy the sites along the river which didn't seem to need further explanation. Alison had done a great job throughout the day of explaining the history of Tianjin as well as answering our many other questions about local lifestyle and activities. The driver was waiting for us on our return from the river cruise and the drive back late at night to the ship was only slightly longer than an hour since there was almost no traffic. Since the ship was staying in port for that night, we had no concern about the time we got back. We had started the day figuring our tour would be a decent option to spend one more day on land in China and found that Tianjin truly was a far more interesting and rewarding place to visit than we had expected.
Response from the operator: Dear guest, thank you very much for your good comments. We are glad you enjoyed the Tianjin tour and our service. Catherine
via Tripadvisor
Great tour of Tianjin - beautiful city!
I and my guests enjoyed a very nice day of sight-seeing in Tianjin courtesy of Alison Liu, our guide. She was very friendly, knowledgeable and spoke excellent English. She had a very nice personality and we enjoyed our time together. For those living in Beijing, you are missing something if you don't visit Tianjin. Its a beautiful city. Make it a day trip with the bullet train, and you wont regret it. The Chinese Culture Street, Market is very nice, as is the 5 Avenue areas....wont believe you are in China, it is so European.
Response from the operator: Dear guest, thank you very much for your comment. As you mentioned, Tianjin is a lovely city,so much connection with Europe. You visited here in the best seasons which are April, May, Sep and Oct.Catherine
via Tripadvisor
A companion in Tianjin
First and foremost, I want to thank Alison for being such a great companion throughout our tour. She is friendly and very engaging. We talked like friends and we had no awkwardness. Unlike some tours, there are no hard selling through this tour. It was a lot like whatever you like to do, she will try to accommodate. My dad and I really can walk and Alison walked with us all day! We hope she wasn’t feeling too tired! Pros of the tour: - informative and Alison tries her best to answer questions - accommodative - punctual ... she was on time for the pick up - flexible - no hard selling or shops Cons: - the walking tour on the itinerary mentioned spending about 1 hour at tianjin eye and entrance fees are included ... it gave the impression that your package includes the Ferris wheel price but it doesn’t. Basically your guide just takes you around there and you take pictures around there... but since the guides are flexible, you can tell your guide that you wanna take the ride and pay for it. Just thought the itinerary should be clearer in terms of this - there is no driver in this tour. Once again we got the impression that there is driver since the clause on our booking voucher stated that recommended tip for guide is 50rmb and the driver’s is 30rmb. It gives the impression that there is a driver included. It’s good to be clear about things like that - no food tasting happened. We walked around the market but no food tasting. No one offered so we didn’t ask as well. We didn’t really felt like eating anyway but I thought at least we might be asked ? - the entrance fees included didn’t include anything. So why is it included on the booking form? I think Alison is just doing her job. But the company should state clearly the booking itinerary. Giving such clauses and not fulfilling it made us feel a little short changed. It was a pity we couldn’t go up the Tianjin eye. This tour is great but just some disappointments along the way. It’s quite pricey just for a guide who brings us around and walked with us with nothing of the promised things done. My dad and I take it as making a new friend and let it be. But do take note of all these before you book your tour.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your comment. We definitely should state more clearly the itinerary . This private walking tour is without a private driver, it included some taxi ride during the walkings. As the area of Tianjin Eye is one of the most beautiful places , thats why there is around 1 hour is included in the tour for taking pictures, walking along the river,enjoy the river view and hanging out in the local market . Addmission of Tianjin Eye is not included, but it could be arranged depends on the date and time(it is closed on Mondays, opens on Tuesday to Sunday, 9.30pm to 5pm). Thank you again for your suggestion and looking forward to seeing you in the future.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
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Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tianjin.
How much does Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe cost?
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Prices start at $215 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tianjin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe take?
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Plan for about 6.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tianjin is not rushed.
Is Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tianjin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tianjin can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tianjin and add a light layer if any part of the 6.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tianjin within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tianjin?
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On Outty we rank every Tianjin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Shore Excursion: 2-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port, Classic Private 2-Day Shore Excursion Tour Package to Beijing from Tianjin Port, Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tianjin?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tianjin?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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