Tianjin is China's biggest port city and a former foreign concession, famous for its colonial architecture, the lively Hai River waterfront, and some of northern China's best street food. It lies only about 130 km southeast of Beijing — close enough for a comfortable day trip, yet different enough to feel like a separate world.
Dozens of bullet trains also run between Beijing and Tianjin (30 min), but a private car day trip gives you door-to-door convenience and the freedom to visit multiple scattered sights — the Italian Style Town, Five Great Avenues, Ancient Culture Street and the Hai River — without dragging luggage between stations. From $150 for the round-trip charter.
Distances & Driving Time
| Route | Distance | Driving Time |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing hotel → downtown Tianjin | ~130 km | 1.5-2 hours |
| Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) → Tianjin | ~120 km | 1.5 hours |
| Tianjin Railway Station → Italian Style Town | ~2 km | 8 min |
| Five Great Avenues → Hai River cruise dock | ~4 km | 12 min |
Beijing to Tianjin Day Trip Private Car Rates
Full-day round-trip charter (approx. 10 hours) with professional driver. Fixed price — no hidden fees. Expressway tolls are included. Overtime at $15/hour.
| Vehicle | Seats | Full-Day Rate |
|---|---|---|
| VW Passat / Toyota Camry | 1-3 seats | $150 ~¥1080 |
| Buick GL8 (MPV) | 4-6 seats | $190 ~¥1368 |
| Mercedes V-Class | 7-8 seats | $270 ~¥1944 |
Why Choose Our Private Car
- Direct door-to-door Beijing↔Tianjin service
- Visit scattered concession sights without station transfers
- Driver waits while you stroll Five Great Avenues
- Optional Hai River evening cruise timing
- Fixed pricing, no hidden fees
- All fuel, tolls, parking and bottled water included
Suggested Beijing to Tianjin Day Trip Itinerary
Highlights & Options
🏛️ Five Great Avenues
Easy1.5 hours Colonial villas
A district of 200+ European-style villas built in the 1920s. Rent a bicycle or take a horse-drawn carriage past former British, French and Italian concession homes.
🇮🇹 Italian Style Town
Popular1 hour Cafes & bars
The largest authentic Italian concession outside Italy, with marble piazzas, clock towers and open-air restaurants along the Hai River.
🛕 Ancient Culture Street
Best1.5 hours Local snacks
A Qing-style pedestrian street selling Yangliuqing New Year paintings, clay figurines and Tianjin mahua fried dough. Great for food and souvenirs.
What's Included
Included
- Private sedan / MPV for the full day
- Professional, English-friendly driver
- Beijing hotel pickup & drop-off
- All fuel, expressway tolls, parking
- Bottled water
- Waiting time at each sight
Not Included
- Entrance tickets (most streets are free)
- Hai River cruise (~$15/person)
- Lunch
- Licensed tour guide
- Tips