Tianjin Water Park is located in the Nankai University District of Tianjin. It is the largest comprehensive park in Tianjin, covering an area of about 194 hectares, of which the water area accounts for one-third. The park consists of three major lake areas: East Lake, West Lake and South Lake. The shoreline of the lake is 10 kilometers long, and there are 13 islands in the lake, which are connected by bridges. The park is rich in vegetation, with more than 200 kinds of trees and flowers, including ginkgo biloba, white wax, and begonia.
The park was originally built in 1950 as Qinglong Pool. It has been expanded and renovated to integrate traditional Chinese garden landscaping techniques with Western park design concepts. The main attractions in the park include the Overlook Pavilion, Bonsai Garden, and Kobe Garden. Among them, the Overlook Pavilion is a imitation of Qing Dynasty architecture and overlooks the entire park. Kobe Garden was built in 1989 to commemorate the friendship between Tianjin and Kobe, Japan, and has a Japanese-style courtyard style.
The water park has ecological, cultural and leisure functions. It has facilities such as a cruise terminal, a fitness trail, and a children's play area. It holds lotus festivals and chrysanthemum exhibitions all year round. The park is adjacent to Tianjin Zoo and Tianta Lake Scenic Area, forming a large-scale green space system in the city center.
#Tianjin Water Park Tour Guide (last verified in August 2026)
⚠️ pay attention to the distinction: this article introduces ** Nankai University District 4A city park "Tianjin Water Park" ** (free open, Jinmen ten scenes "Longtan Fucui"), not Dongli District Tianjin Maya Beach Water Park (fee water park), don't run wrong!
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##📌 basic information (verify accuracy)
- ** Address **: No. 33, Water Park North Road, Nankai University District, Tianjin (south side of Zhou Deng Memorial Hall)
- ** Tickets **: ** Free admission ** (free since 2009, rides/boats/zoos are charged separately)
- ** Opening hours **: 06:00-21:00 (open all year round, it is recommended to go in the evening to be cooler in summer)
- ** Scenic Spot Level **: National 4A-level tourist attraction, known as "Northern Xiaoxizi"
- ** Scale **: The total area is about 125 hectares, and the water area accounts for 76 hectares. It is composed of "Three Lakes and Nine Islands" and is the largest comprehensive park in the urban area of Tianjin
- ** Contact number **: 022-23662596/022-23916111
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##🚇 traffic guide (priority recommended subway)
###Subway (the most convenient without traffic jams)
- Take Metro Line 3 to "Zhou Deng Memorial Hall Station" **: Exit B to go directly to Zhou Deng Memorial Hall, walk 140 meters to the west gate of the park; Exit C can also go to the west gate
###bus
- To the West Gate/North Gate: No. 643, No. 705 West Line, No. 857, No. 871, No. 872, No. 879, No. 2 Sightseeing, get off at Zhou Deng Memorial Hall Station
- To the East Gate: No. 35, No. 668, No. 705 West Line, No. 857, No. 871, No. 879, get off at the East Gate of Water Park Station
###Self-driving
- There are parking lots at the east gate, west gate and north gate of the park. Parking spaces are tight on weekends and holidays. It is recommended to arrive early or travel by public transportation.
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##🗺️ two classic play routes (choose on demand)
🌞 half-day easy tour (2-3 hours, no legs, suitable for photography/walking)
** Route: West Gate Entry → East Gate Exit **
1. ** Kobe Garden (15 minutes) **: A rare and authentic Japanese-style courtyard in Tianjin, built to commemorate the friendship between Tianjin and Kobe, with dry landscapes, stone lanterns, cherry pavilions, willow pavilions, cherry blossoms in spring, green plants in summer, full of atmosphere, is a photo clock in Internet celebrities
2. ** Waterscape Long Beach (20 minutes) **: Weeping willows, stone bridges, and lakes reflect the sky tower. It is the best location to shoot the classic camera position of "Sky Tower Reflect Water". The sunset exceeds the film in the evening
3. ** Lake Island (20 minutes) **: Walking along the lake, you can see the panoramic view of the three lakes, the wind by the lake is cool, you can also feed pigeons and watch lotus flowers (the lotus pond is in full bloom in summer)
4. ** Crystal Square → East Gate Exit **: Stroll along the lakeside landscape and end the trip easily
###🌿 day in-depth tour (4-6 hours, suitable for parent-child/leisure/exhibition)
** Route: East Gate Entry → South Gate Exit (You can even visit Tianjin Zoo) **
1. ** East Gate Playground (30 minutes +) **: Parent-child must-play area, with Ferris wheel, small train, carousel, roller coaster and other facilities, ** single charge **, Ferris wheel can overlook the entire park and sky tower when it rises to a high place
2. ** Trail around the lake (40 minutes) **: Take a slow walk to visit the lake, you can enjoy the lotus flowers in summer, the lake wind is very healing, and you can rest on a bench at any time when you are tired
3. ** Bibo Villa (20 minutes) **: Jiangnan garden style, with the charm of Chengde Summer Resort, green bricks and gray tiles, pavilions and water pavilions, few people and quiet, and "Baishou Film Wall" engraved with 100 longevity characters, suitable for taking ancient photos
4. ** Kobe Garden (20 minutes) **: Same as above, clock in Japanese garden
5. ** Zhou Deng Memorial Hall (1-2 hours, optional) **: Just go out from the West Gate, open for free (reservation required in advance), you can visit the red exhibition, and the begonia blooming in the West Flower Hall in spring is super beautiful
6. ** South Gate Exit → Tianjin Zoo (2 hours +, preferred for parents and children) **: Connected to the South Gate of the water park, the ticket is 30 yuan, you can see pandas, tigers, giraffes and other animals, suitable for playing with children all day
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##✨ must play experience recommendation
1. ** Cruise boat rafting **: It is recommended to choose an electric boat (save effort and do not need to pedal by yourself), ** It is best to sit after 16:00 in the evening **, watch the sunset with the lake breeze, and the lake reflects the sky tower. It is super beautiful, and it is more cost-effective to fight with friends
2. ** Climb to the far pavilion **: The commanding heights of the park, overlooking the entire three lakes and nine islands, with an excellent view
3. ** Season-limited gameplay **:
- Spring (March-April): Dongxudi/Dongxudi to see mountain peaches and peaches, Zhou Deng Memorial Hall to see begonia
- Summer (June-August): viewing lotus flowers, taking a cruise, enjoying the cool in the evening
- Autumn: see autumn scenery and shoot fallen leaves
- Winter: Shoot the snow scene after the snow, there are few people and the scenery is beautiful
4. ** Amusement items **: If you like excitement, you can play roller coasters and pendulums. Parents recommend Ferris wheels, carousels, and small trains.
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##🍜 Food & Shopping Tips
- There are commissaries, food stalls, and lake island cafes in the park where you can rest and watch the lake view, but the price is relatively high. It is recommended to bring your own mineral water and snacks.
- There are many local restaurants in Tianjin near the North Gate/East Gate. After playing, you can go to eat Tianjin cuisine, pot dishes, pancakes and fruits and other special delicacies
- There are stalls selling small toys and souvenirs in the park, and there are special shops in the northern island area, but there is no need to buy them specially
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##⚠️ Pit Avoidance & Practical Tips
1. ❌ don't blindly go around the whole lake! The park area is very large, and it is very laborious to go down. According to the above route, it is the most labor-saving, and the core landscape can be covered
2. ✅ there are many people on weekends/holidays, priority is given to ** working day morning or evening ** to go, the experience is good and cool; do a good job of sun protection in summer, wear a hat, wear sunscreen, and bring a thin coat when the lake is windy
3. ✅ must wear comfortable flat shoes/sports shoes, there is a lot to go
4. Remember to wear a life jacket ✅ cruise ship, parents with children are optimistic about their children, and do not approach the dangerous area by the lake
5. ✅ park prohibits pets from entering the park (except guide dogs), do not litter, and protect the park environment
6. ✅ If you want to visit the Zhou Deng Memorial Hall, remember to make an appointment in the official account in advance and bring your ID card
Address
Tianjin Nankai University District Water Park Road East Tianjin Water Park Scenic Area