Car rental in Tianjin

Driving in Tianjin

Regulations

Driving in China requires an International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside your UK licence. Remember, in China, cars drive on the right, so keep to the right lane and overtake on the left.

Car Class Recommendations

We recommend a mid-size car, practical for Tianjin's urban roads and adequate for out-of-town trips.

Parking

Parking slots are usually marked with white lines. Parking fees in the city centre range from 2 to 10 yuan per hour, depending on the area.

Exploring Tianjin

Highlights and Attractions

• The Five Great Avenues: Known for distinct Western-style architecture.
• Tianjin Eye: The only ferris wheel built on a bridge, offering stunning city views.
• Tianjin Ancient Culture Street: A pedestrian street offering antique products and traditional crafts.

Beaches

Visit Tianjin Binhai Aircraft Carrier Theme Park on the coast for a fun day-out, surprisingly there are no beaches in the city itself unlike in UK.

Connecting Places

Beyond Tianjin, hiring a car opens up possibilities for trips to other enthralling destinations. Beijing is only 130 kilometers away and the Great Wall of China is within a three-hour drive.

Climate

Tianjin has a temperate continental climate with seasonal variations quite different from UK. Summers can be hot and humid, while winters can be very cold, do pack accordingly.

Currency

The official currency of China is the yuan (CNY), also known as Renminbi. Most businesses do not accept foreign currencies, so have some yuan handy.

Seasonal Events

The Tianjin International Children's Film Festival in July and the Chrysanthemum Exhibition in October are excellent cultural events worth checking out.