INSIDE TRACK

The Inside Track is your database to the hottest bites, bars, events and celebrity scoop near the Ascott serviced residence of your choice.

  • Tianjin
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Tianjin Tianjin, China
  • YY Beer House: A favourite haunt of many locals as well as expats, YY Beer House serves the best Thai food in town — with a Cantonese twist. An expansive beer selection, a homey atmosphere and reasonable prices seal the deal. (86–22) 2339 9634
  • Riff Live House: Head to Riff Live House in Heping district, regarded as being home to some of the best rock and hip hop music in town. With regular performances by local and international bands, this is the place to be almost every weekend.
  • Bar Pepper: For a great martini look no further than the sharp, glossy Bar Pepper. It may not be as cheap as some bars in town, but is twice as cool. Great for after-dinner drinks, chill out after a hard day’s work in this sleek, sharp setting. (86–22) 2341 5238
  • The Spot Café: The Spot Café is a coffeehouse where you can sip an Americano, munch on a sandwich, and finish with a home-made cookie, all while enjoying the warm, friendly vibe.
  • Tianjin Peking Opera Theatre: (NEW) For more than a decade, the Tianjin Peking Opera Theatre has been staging its repertoire of more than 100 plays. It has toured all over the world from Argentina to Hong Kong. (86–22) 2335 8065
  • Dragon Boat Festival: Get your adrenaline pumping with riverside action during the city’s Dragon Boat Festival on June 23. It is a good opportunity to make friends with the locals: ask them which team they are supporting.
  • Italian Style Street: For an interesting sight, expats will often take friends to the Italian Style Street, an incongruous collection of restaurants, cafés and architecture. Very chic.
  • Shuishang Park: With a small zoo and a lake with paddle boats, Shuishang Park is an enjoyable place to while away a few hours. Its covered walkways offer shade from the sometimes-blistering summer sun. (86–22) 2835 8812
  • Somerset International Building Tianjin: (NEW) Enjoy the extensive facilities, or relax in style whilst taking in the panoramic views of the city skyline at the Somerset International Building Tinajin. Office space, retail outlets and an assortment of restaurants are located within the property for ultimate convenience.
  • Somerset Youyi Tianjin: (NEW) Located in the up and coming financial hub, these modern apartments offer spectacular views. Somerset Youyi Tianjin is surrounded by diverse sights including the International Exhibition Centre and Tianjin’s playground – Yinhe Park, Tianjin Amusement Park and the iconic Tianjin Museum.
  • Somerset International Building Tianjin: Enjoy the extensive facilities, or relax in style whilst taking in the panoramic views of the city skyline at the Somerset International Building Tinajin. Office space, retail outlets and an assortment of restaurants are located within the property for ultimate convenience.
  • Somerset Olympic Tower Tianjin: Somerset Olympic Tower Tianjin’s extensive facilities, like the playground and heated indoor pool, will make a stay in the city all the more enjoyable.