"Tianjin Eye" Ferris Wheel

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The "Eye of Tianjin" Ferris wheel is located on the Yongle Bridge at the mouth of the Sanchahe River in Hongqiao District, Tianjin. It is the only Ferris wheel in the world built on a bridge. It is 120 meters high and overlooks the beautiful scenery of downtown Tianjin. From the Ferris wheel, the Haihe River meanders and flows, and the buildings on both sides are scattered, showing the unique urban style of Tianjin. At night, the Ferris wheel is brightly lit, and it is very spectacular with the surrounding night scenery. "Eye of Tianjin" is not only a recreational facility, but also one of the landmark buildings of Tianjin, carrying the history, culture and urban memory of Tianjin. It has witnessed the development and changes of Tianjin and has become one of the must-clock attractions for tourists to come to Tianjin.

###🎡 Tianjin Eye Ferris Wheel Tour Guide (Latest in August 2026) ⚠️ ** IMPORTANT REMINDER **: Due to the second-level emergency response of Tianjin Flood Control, the operation of Tianjin Eye will be suspended from August 11, 2026 **, and the recovery time will be subject to official notice. Tourists who have purchased tickets can get a full refund through the official account of "Tianjin Eye Ferris Wheel". Be sure to confirm the opening status through the official account or consultation number 022-26288830 before traveling. --- ####1. Basic information (the world's only bridge wheel in one Ferris wheel) Core Highlights: Crossing the Haihe River connects Hebei District and Hongqiao District, with a diameter of 110 meters, the highest point is 119.8 meters above the ground, and it rotates for about 28-30 minutes, overlooking a 40-kilometer radius. It is a landmark 4A scenic spot in Tianjin. - ** Regular opening hours **: Tuesday to Sunday 9:30-21:30 (stop ticket inspection at 21:00); Monday morning equipment maintenance, only 18:00-21:30 open (normal all day on statutory holidays); strong winds, heavy rain, heavy haze and other bad weather will be temporarily suspended. - ** Latest Fares for 2026 ** (effective from April 20): - Day ticket (open until 17:30, latest boarding at 18:00): 90 yuan/person for adults, 45 yuan/person for children (≤ 1.4 meters or ≤ 7 years old), and 45 yuan for the elderly (≥ 65 years old); - Night ticket (18:00 to close of business): 138 yuan/person for adults, 69 yuan/person for children and the elderly; - Box ticket: 400 yuan/time regardless of time period (limited to 5 people), suitable for family/friends; - Free of charge: infants under 1.2 meters (accompanied by an adult). --- ####2. Travel preparation & transportation guide 1. ** Ticket reservation **: All online real-name reservations are implemented. The only official channel is the WeChat official account of "Tianjin Eye Ferris Wheel", which has a limited viewership of daily time periods. Weekends and holidays night tickets are recommended to grab tickets 3 days in advance. ** 17:00-18:00 The most sought-after show at dusk ** (you can watch the sunset + night view at the same time), and the original ID card must be carried on board. 2. ** Transportation recommendation (priority public transportation, self-driving carefully selected) **: - Subway: Line 6 "North Canal Station" Exit D is a 5-minute walk to the entrance (the most convenient); Line 1 "Northwest Point Station" Exit A is a 15-minute walk along the Haihe Trail; Line 2 "Jianguodao Station" is suitable for tourists from the Italian style area and Tianjin Station. - Bus: No. 34, No. 609, No. 652, Sightseeing No. 1 and get off at "Yongleqiao Station". - Taxi: Directly navigate the "Tianjin Eye Entrance (side of the red bridge) ", and get on and off in the drop-off area under the bridge. - ❌ pit avoidance: there is no large exclusive parking lot in the scenic spot, the parking space is queued for 1-2 hours on holidays, and the roadside parking is easy to post, and self-driving is not recommended. --- ####3. How to play the most value? Copy the two routes directly #####Route 1:1.5 hours reduced clock in (single/couple) Panorama of King Kong Bridge → Ticket check and boarding (28-minute high-altitude viewing) → Take a walk on the Haihe hydrophilic platform to see the reflection - Board the cabin and choose a show around 17:40, which can not only catch the sunset, but also wait for the lights to light up in the city, which is the most cost-effective. - Take pictures in the cabin: it is forbidden to carry tripods, selfie sticks, and drones; turn off the flash at night to avoid glass reflection, and wear light-colored clothes for better pictures; turn the cockpit to the highest point (about 15 minutes) for the best view, and you can take a panoramic view of Haihe S Bend, Ancient Culture Street, Jinwan Square, etc. #####Route 2: Half-day Humanities Series Line (recommended, no turning back) Jinmen Hometown (Ancient Culture Street) Go shopping for intangible cultural heritage and eat snacks → Walk 10 minutes to the Tianjin Eye to board the cabin → Lion Forest Bridge to see the diving uncle → Haihe Night Cruise - Ancient Culture Street can buy 18th Street Twist, Ear and Eye Fried Cake as a souvenir, and Dabei Chanyuan (1 km away from the Ferris Wheel, admission fee 5 yuan) can also be visited on the way. - The Haihe River Cruise departs from the Dabeyuan Wharf, and the 40-minute night cruise ticket costs about 80 yuan. The Ferris wheel has a unique flavor from the water perspective. --- ####4. Free film placement (you can shoot blockbusters without taking the Ferris wheel) 1. ** King Kong Bridge (Fengshen Panorama) **: 600 meters away from the Ferris wheel, blues moment (half an hour after sunset) can be fully photographed roulette, bridge, sea river reflection, the atmosphere is full; 2. ** Hydrophilic platform on both sides of Yongle Bridge **: low angle tilt shot, Ferris wheel with river surface, portrait is thin, suitable for lighting close-up; 3. ** Dabeiyuan Wharf/opposite the mouth of Sancha River **: Symmetrical composition of reflection on the water surface, with a high degree of adaptation to sunset in the evening; 4. ** Haihe Cruise Deck **: Dynamic perspective on the water, capture the lights and the Ferris wheel in the same frame, niche and unique. --- ####5. Practical pit avoidance tips 1. Staggered peak play: 19:00-21:00 is the peak of the crowd, and the queue often lasts for 1-2 hours. It is recommended to choose the first game at 18:00 or enter after 21:00; 2. Item preparation: the temperature difference between day and night by the river is large, and you must bring a thin coat at night; do a good job of sun protection in summer and wear comfortable flats (there are many stone roads); 3. Anti-fraud reminder: reject the low-priced tickets and "fast track" of scalpers at the entrance of the scenic spot, and only the official account is valid for ticket purchase; 4. Parent-child/elderly reminder: bring the elderly and children to choose the box first to avoid crowding with strangers; the hydrophilic trail has no fully enclosed guardrail, be sure to take good care of the children and do not approach the edge of the river; 5. Surrounding food: Ferris wheel downstairs mobile vendors souvenir premium is not recommended, you can walk 1 km to the northwest corner of the snack city, eat authentic Tianjin breakfast, yellow soup ramen, Bazhen tofu, street dragon mouth big copper pot tea soup, cooked pear cake can also try.
Address

Yongle Bridge "Tianjin Eye" Ferris Wheel, Intersection of Li Gongci Street and Wuma Road, Hebei District, Tianjin

Accessibility details
Accessible ramp
Accessible restroom
Elevator
Accessible boat
Accessible sightseeing shuttle
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