Tian Tower Lake Scenic Area is located in Hexi District, Tianjin, and is a national 4A-level tourist attraction. With the Tianjin Radio and Television Tower (abbreviated as "Tian Tower") as its core, the scenic area integrates functions such as tourism and sightseeing, dining and entertainment, and radio and television transmission. It is one of Tianjin's landmark buildings. Construction of Tian Tower began in 1988 and it was officially completed and put into use in 1991. The tower is 415.2 meters high and was once the tallest television tower in Asia when it was completed. The total area of the scenic area is about 22 hectares, of which the lake area reaches 15 hectares. The tower stands on an artificial island in the center of Tian Tower Lake, forming a unique landscape of "the tower reflected in the water, the water complementing the tower." The scenic area not only features the towering Tian Tower, but also Tian Tower Lake surrounding the tower. The lakeshore is shaded by green trees and has a beautiful environment, making it a great place for citizens and tourists to relax and sightsee.
Historical Culture
The construction of Tian Tower carries a period of historical memory in Tianjin's urban development. In the 1980s, in order to meet the needs of the development of Tianjin's radio and television industry and at the same time enhance the city's landmark image, the municipal government decided to build this high-standard television tower. During the construction process, engineering and technical personnel overcame many technical difficulties and adopted the advanced construction technology and materials of the time, ensuring the stability and safety of the tower body. The completion of Tian Tower not only greatly improved the quality of radio and television signal coverage in the Tianjin area, but also became an important symbol of Tianjin's opening to the outside world and its achievements in urban construction.
Over time, Tian Tower Lake Scenic Area has gradually become integrated into Tianjin's cultural life. It is not only an important base for radio and television signal transmission, but has also become a venue for various cultural activities and for citizens' leisure and fitness, witnessing the development and changes of Tianjin's urban culture and carrying the emotional memories of Tianjin residents.
Main Attractions
Tianjin Radio and Television Tower (Tian Tower)
The Tianjin Radio and Television Tower is the core attraction of Tian Tower Lake Scenic Area. It is 415.2 meters high and consists of five parts: the tower base, tower pedestal, tower shaft, tower building, and mast. The tower pedestal contains facilities such as a hall and elevator lobby, where visitors can take a high-speed elevator directly to the tower building. The tower building is located between 248 meters and 278 meters and includes an observation hall, a revolving restaurant, and other facilities. The observation hall offers a broad field of vision and a 360-degree panoramic view of Tianjin's urban area. Especially in clear weather, scenery dozens of kilometers away can be seen. The revolving restaurant completes one rotation every 45 minutes, allowing visitors to enjoy the ever-changing city scenery while tasting delicious food.
Tian Tower Lake
Tian Tower Lake is an artificial lake surrounding Tian Tower, with a lake area of 15 hectares. The water is clear and the surroundings are surrounded by greenery. Walking paths have been built along the lakeshore, where visitors can stroll and enjoy the beautiful scene of Tian Tower and the lake complementing each other. The lake also offers boat tours, allowing visitors to tour the lake by boat and admire the majestic appearance of Tian Tower from different angles. In summer, the lakeside is shaded by green trees and is a good place to escape the heat and cool off; in winter, if the lake surface freezes, it presents a different kind of winter scenery.
Tian Tower West Bank Study
Tian Tower West Bank Study is located within Tian Tower Lake Scenic Area and is a place integrating reading and cultural exchange. The study has a rich collection of books covering multiple fields such as literature, history, and science and technology, providing visitors and citizens with a quiet reading space. Various cultural activities such as lectures and book clubs are also regularly held here, enriching the cultural connotation of the scenic area.
Food
Tianjin Mahua
Tianjin Mahua is a specialty snack of Tianjin and is commonly seen in shops around Tian Tower Lake Scenic Area. It is made from flour, sesame, sugar, and other ingredients through multiple processes. It has a crisp texture and a sweet taste. Among them, Shibajie Mahua is the most famous. Its ingredients are carefully selected, its craftsmanship is unique, and its appearance is golden yellow with distinct layers, making it deeply loved by tourists.
Goubuli Baozi
Goubuli Baozi is a traditional famous food of Tianjin, and there are many branches around the scenic area. It mainly uses pork filling, supplemented with ginger, soy sauce, and other seasonings. The bun skin is white and soft, and the filling is tender and juicy with a delicious taste. Its production process is particular and its appearance is beautiful. Each bun has a fixed number of pleats, making it one of the must-try foods when visiting Tianjin.
Erduoyan Fried Cake
Erduoyan Fried Cake is also a specialty snack of Tianjin, and many sales points can be found around the scenic area. It uses glutinous rice flour as the skin and red bean paste as the filling. After frying, the outer skin is golden and crisp, while the inside is soft, glutinous, and sweet, with a rich texture. Erduoyan Fried Cake has a long history and exquisite production techniques and is an important representative of Tianjin's food culture.
Tickets：
Tickets are 45 yuan per person.
You can search for the official public account "Love Tian Tower" on WeChat to get the latest updates or buy tickets online.
Opening Hours：
Opening hours are from 9:00 to 21:00 every day. Among them, the opening hours of the tower building are consistent with those of the scenic area. The dining hours of the revolving restaurant are 11:30 to 14:00 and 17:30 to 20:30. It should be noted that the scenic area may adjust its opening hours on holidays or under special circumstances. Visitors are advised to check the scenic area's official information before traveling to confirm.
Tour Route：
After entering the scenic area, visitors can first visit the tower pedestal to learn about the basic information of Tian Tower, then take the elevator to the tower building and overlook the panorama of Tianjin's urban area from the observation hall. The tour time is about 1 hour. After that, they can go to the revolving restaurant to enjoy a meal (if choosing to dine here), with a dining time of about 1.5 hours. After the meal, they can go down the tower and stroll along Tian Tower Lake to enjoy the lake view, with a tour time of about 1 hour. Finally, they can go to Tian Tower West Bank Study to experience the cultural atmosphere, with a tour time of about 1 hour. The entire tour route takes about 4.5 hours in total. Visitors can adjust it flexibly according to their own interests and time.
Transportation：
Bus: You can take bus routes such as 643, 658, 859, 872, and Sightseeing Line 2, get off at "Tian Tower Station," and walk about 5 minutes to reach the entrance of the scenic area.
Subway: Take Tianjin Metro Line 3, get off at "Tian Tower Station," exit from Exit B, and walk about 10 minutes to reach the scenic area.
Self-driving: The scenic area has a parking lot located near the entrance of the scenic area, with a charging standard of 5 yuan per hour. Self-driving visitors can navigate there according to the navigation, which is convenient and quick.
Must-Visit Attractions：
Tianjin Radio and Television Tower (Tian Tower): The tower is 415.2 meters high. In the tower building between 248 meters and 278 meters, the observation hall offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Tianjin's urban area, and the revolving restaurant completes one rotation every 45 minutes, allowing you to enjoy the scenery while dining. It is a must-visit place to feel the majesty of Tian Tower and enjoy the city scenery.
Tian Tower Lake: The lake area is 15 hectares. You can stroll along the lake or tour by boat, enjoying the beautiful scene of Tian Tower and the lake from different angles. It is an excellent choice for leisure and relaxation and for appreciating the lake and tower scenery.
Travel Suggestions：
It is recommended to spend half a day visiting, and you can reasonably arrange the time for the tower building, Tian Tower Lake, and Tian Tower West Bank Study.
If you want to dine in the revolving restaurant, it is recommended to book in advance, especially on holidays, to avoid waiting in line.
Choose a day with clear weather to go, so that you can get a better viewing effect in the observation hall.
When visiting in summer, take sun protection measures and bring a parasol, sun hat, etc.; in winter, pay attention to keeping warm.
You can bring a camera to record the beautiful scenery of Tian Tower and the city scenery.
Notes：
After entering the scenic area, abide by the scenic area's regulations, do not litter, and protect the environment.
When taking the elevator, follow the instructions of the staff and observe order.
In the observation hall and revolving restaurant, do not lean on the railings and pay attention to safety.
When walking by the lake, pay attention to safety underfoot and do not approach dangerous areas near the lake.
Smoking is prohibited in the scenic area. Smoking should be done in designated areas.
Take good care of personal belongings to avoid loss.