Italian Style Town
The Italian-Style Town centres on Marco Polo Square, surrounded by Italian-style villas and former residences of notable figures such as Liang Qichao, Wu Yulin and Yuan Shikai.…
Italian Style Town, Tianjin
Key facts
- Time needed
- 2–4 hours
- Getting there
- Near Beian Bridge (bus stop), Jianguo Road (metro station)
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 1726. Open in Google Maps
About Italian Style Town
The Italian-Style Town centres on Marco Polo Square, surrounded by Italian-style villas and former residences of notable figures such as Liang Qichao, Wu Yulin and Yuan Shikai. It has a flavour reminiscent of Shanghai’s Thames Town. The streets are lined with Western restaurants, and most diners are foreigners. If you enjoy architecture and a Mediterranean-style romantic atmosphere, this is a place to visit.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Italian Style Town?
Near Beian Bridge (bus stop), Jianguo Road (metro station)
How long should I spend at Italian Style Town?
Plan on 2–4 hours for Italian Style Town.
Where is Italian Style Town?
Italian Style Town is in Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, in the North China of China. 34 Jinbu Road, Hebei District
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