In the morning, take the train by yourself to Tianjin. Our tour guide will meet you at the station's exit. Visit the former British concession, home to many grand colonial buildings. Lunch at a fine Chinese restaurant resembling a museum—all the rooms are furnished with genuine antiques and artifacts; it’s even called the Yuewei “Museum” Restaurant.
At the former Italian concession, you’ll see the largest group of Italian buildings in China, all beautifully ornate. Next, explore the Tianjin Folk Cultural Street, the Drum Tower, and the antique market. Check in at the Astor Hotel, one of the oldest in China and once host to famous historical figures.