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Jingyuan combines Spanish and Japanese styles and is a typical example of a courtyard-style private residence during the Tianjin Concession period.
It was once the residence of Lu Zongyu, the Beiyang government's ambassador to Japan. Later, the last emperor Puyi lived here with his empress Wanrong and concubine Wenxiu.
The hustle and bustle of the city center is blocked out, with only bursts of bird songs, which is very leisurely and suitable for tourists who like history and architecture to take a slow and quiet tour.
Every late autumn (October to December), reed flowers bloom, which is a great time to enjoy them.
Attractions Location: No. 70 Anshan Road, Heping District, Tianjin
Tickets:
Full price ticket: 20 RMB (Tuesday to Sunday, January 1st - December 31st)
Half-price ticket: Full-time university undergraduates and below, senior citizens aged 60 (inclusive) to 69 (inclusive)
Free admission: Children under 6 years old (inclusive) or under 1.2 meters tall (inclusive), seniors over 70 years old (inclusive), active military personnel, disabled military personnel, disabled persons, retired cadres, and tour guides with relevant valid IDs
Opening hours:
09:00-17:30 (Monday-Sunday, January 1st-December 31st)
Contact Details： 022-27311618
Transportation:
Subway: Take Line 1 to Anshandao Station, Exit A or D, and walk about 200 meters to the destination.
Bus: Take Bus No. 33, 50, 600, or 631 to Anshandao Subway Station, which is within walking distance.
Time reference: 1-3 hours
This one-day itinerary focuses on Jingyuan itself—a classic Qing Dynasty residence—and nearby cultural highlights to get a taste of Tianjin’s imperial past and local charm.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near Ancient Culture Street or downtown Tianjin. Try local Tianjin snacks such as Goubuli baozi (steamed buns), Erduoyan fried cakes, and peanut brittle.
Souvenirs: At Jingyuan and Ancient Culture Street, buy traditional Chinese silk fans, jade accessories, Yangliuqing New Year prints, and Tianjin mahua (fried dough twists).
Explore Jingyuan, Puyi’s Residence, and expand into Tianjin’s old European Concession areas and museums for a richer cultural experience.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near Five Great Avenues or city center. Try local seafood dishes and modern Chinese cuisine.
Souvenirs: Architectural postcards, porcelain souvenirs, and museum gift shop crafts.
Combine Jingyuan’s history with more cultural streets and natural beauty spots around Tianjin.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near Water Park or city center. Sample street food around Ancient Culture Street, and dine riverside.
Souvenirs: Handcrafted paper cuttings, embroidered items, herbal teas, and local snacks.
This itinerary includes Jingyuan and combines Tianjin’s rich history with modern landmarks and panoramic city views.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near Binjiang Avenue or city center. Try hot pot or seafood specialties.
Souvenirs: Ferris wheel photo souvenirs, local snacks, and cultural keepsakes from pedestrian street shops.
Explore Jingyuan and include visits to Tianjin’s museums and nearby scenic parks for diverse experiences.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near Yangliuqing or city center. Sample folk cuisine and try local pastries.
Souvenirs: Yangliuqing woodblock prints, traditional paintings, and handcrafted accessories.
Combine cultural, historical, and natural attractions around Tianjin, centered on Jingyuan and its surroundings.
Accommodation/Food: Stay in Pan Mountain area or return to Tianjin city. Try mountain cuisine and herbal teas.
Souvenirs: Local herbal products, temple souvenirs, traditional calligraphy scrolls.
A full week itinerary combining Jingyuan with Tianjin’s top cultural, historic, and natural attractions for an immersive experience.
Accommodation/Food: Stay near Heping Road or Water Park area. Try Tianjin’s famous seafood dishes and street foods.
Souvenirs: Local snacks, handcrafted gifts, water park memorabilia, and traditional Tianjin arts.
Jingyuan was originally named Qianyuan. Later, Puyi changed the name when he lived here. It was called Jingyuan because it means "quietness to nourish my great spirit."
Puyi actually lived here for only two years, but he made the house famous for a simple reason: he was tattooed and divorced here. Therefore, Puyi's experience serves as a powerful reminder to young men who followed him. He vividly illustrates the saying, "Young people don't know the value of things, but in old age, they look at things and shed tears." I think his pursuit of righteousness was fake, but his real purpose was to maintain his health.
After him, the garden was occupied by nearby residents and changed hands 45 times. A small garden with a beautiful Spanish architectural style was ruined and turned into a slum... Fortunately, they were all driven out later, and the original appearance of Jingyuan was gradually restored.
The garden is not big, but small and beautiful. Although there are many old objects in it, considering the rough experience of this house, it is estimated that these objects are also imitations. Fortunately, the layout of the house has not been destroyed, so it is quite ancient and worth a visit.
As a native of Tianjin, I have known Jingyuan for many years, but this is my first time here.
The scenic area is well developed, and there are also surrounding cultural and creative products and audio guides.
The main architectural style is Spanish houses + Japanese + Philippine doors and windows.
The walls are basically original, and the interior decoration and furnishings were basically restored later.
This period of history from the late Qing Dynasty is quite interesting.
Jingyuan was where Puyi lived in Tianjin after he was driven out of the Forbidden City by Feng Yuxiang. After liberation, it was occupied by residents. In 2005, it was restored after being taken back by the Tianjin government. The entrance fee is 20 yuan, and the tour guide fee is 80 yuan.
Inside Jingyuan, the opposite corridor was divided into accommodation after liberation, and later restored
Jingyuan was a three-story Spanish-style villa. Puyi and Wanrong lived in two adjacent rooms on the second floor, next to the guards' quarters. Upstairs, on the third floor, was a corridor where guards would roam daily, ostensibly protecting them but in reality monitoring their every move. The poem the Japanese handed Puyi hinted at a plan for his assistance, exactly what he desired, and he waited in anticipation for the Japanese visit. Jingyuan was far from peaceful! Finally, Puyi encountered the Japanese envoy, Dofeiyuan. This Japanese, as his name suggests, was earthy, plump, and round. He orchestrated Puyi's escape to Shenyang in northeastern China to establish the puppet state of Manchukuo. One night in 1931, Puyi escaped Jingyuan by hiding in the trunk of a car. As a former emperor, his circumstances were dire.
As for Wanrong, back when the three of them lived in the Forbidden City, their relationship was quite harmonious. Puyi and Wanrong were as loving as ever when they first moved into Zhang Garden. They frequently exchanged letters in English, calling each other "Henry" and "Elizabeth." Most of their photos were taken at Zhang Garden, but their good times didn't last long, which I find puzzling. He testified under oath at the sentencing of Japanese war criminals. As for his ultimate fate, I imagine Puyi, an ordinary citizen, led a rather uneventful life. With help from the Party, he eventually married Li Shuxian and was even received by Premier Zhou Enlai. He worked as a gardener at the Beijing Botanical Garden, a researcher on the Qing History Draft at the Palace Museum, and a deputy to the National People's Congress. He dedicated his life to society, but died of illness in 1967 and was buried in the Western Qing Tombs. After many ups and downs, he finally returned to dust.
After reading these in detail about Puyi's daily life after the founding of New China, I also learned about the process of Jingyuan's demolition, renovation and restoration. In short, Jingyuan is really worth a visit.
Maybe it's because of the name, but it's actually quite quiet once you get inside. There's a small door on the right hand side of the entrance where you can see lots of pictures and videos, giving you a detailed understanding of Jingyuan. My little one spent a long time inside, while my mom wasn't interested and rested in the garden outside. We had a 25-yuan handmade bear paw popsicle in Jingyuan, which my little one said was quite expensive, haha! The main building of Jingyuan is in various forms. The main gate is closed, so we went in through the side door and explored each hall one by one.
It is a quiet place in the bustling city of Tianjin. The visiting process is relaxed and comfortable. It is a good place to relax on weekends. The visit takes about an hour. Although it is a quick tour, you can also get a glimpse of the ups and downs since the late Qing Dynasty.
The former residence of Puyi is very beautiful. I felt the past, as if I had returned to the era of Puyi. It also made me understand history. Thank you for this trip to Jingyuan. See you next time✌
Jingyuan is the residence of Puyi in Tianjin after he was expelled from the Forbidden City. It is a Spanish-style building. The scenic area is small, but the environment is still very good.
This building was converted into a residential building after the liberation, and has been restored in recent years. There are interesting comparison photos before and after the restoration in the scenic area.
Tianjin Jingyuan, now a 3A-level scenic spot, was where Puyi lived for two years before moving to Northeast China. The building houses a collection of texts, artifacts, and photographs related to Puyi and Jingyuan. The building also features replicas of the original furnishings, recreating Puyi's life there.
Today we visited Jingyuan to review its history. From July 1929 to the end of November 1931, Emperor Puyi lived here. It was renamed "Jingyuan", which means "to observe changes quietly and wait for the opportunity".
The former residence of the last puppet emperor Puyi. The courtyard is very small and you will finish the tour quickly, but it is well worth a visit.
Jingyuan plays an important role in the study of Puyi's entire life course. Friends who like history should definitely not miss this great place!
It is indeed a very good cultural scenic spot, especially the degree of restoration of the original appearance is really unexpected and must be praised!
I like it very much. Welcome everyone to visit and experience it. Your mood will be different.
Jingyuan is a very beautiful place where you can experience many historical events and it is worth a visit.
I thought Puyi was very sad after losing his country, but look at this garden, it is quiet in the bustling city, low-key and luxurious. Worth a visit
Not bad. The environment is very good. The two cartoon characters at the door are so cute.
The room decoration is also nice
Quiet and comfortable, watch quietly, if you like history, you can come and visit!
A quiet and ancient building in the bustling city gives me a better understanding of Puyi and that era.
Jingyuan is very beautiful, large and nice. We came at noon and the staff were serious and kind.
This small garden feels quite nice to visit, the scenery inside is also super beautiful, recommended!
The first stop I made when I came to Tianjin was Jingyuan. The environment is beautiful. I will come again next time if I have the chance.
In one place, you can understand a piece of history... Jingyuan has done it
The environment here is very good and the guide equipment is also very convenient
Jingyuan has a very historical feel. It is worthwhile to bring your children here.
It feels very quiet, as its name suggests. When you walk here, you can feel the breath of history at that time, a feeling of sadness.
It's quite interesting to learn about history. It's worth a visit. Puyi and Wanrong's life is very close to us modern people.
The content is sufficient, recreating history, and giving a detailed introduction to Puyi's past and present life. It is indeed a must-see attraction in Tianjin!
Step into Jingyuan and read those intricate memories and stories that were once forgotten...
When I came to Jingyuan today, I fell in love with the small Western-style buildings. After visiting, I found that what was even more attractive was its cultural atmosphere!
It's pretty good, the tickets are not expensive, and you can learn a lot of knowledge!
The place is much more spacious than the Marshal's Mansion, with a larger courtyard and a larger house. The staircase and decorations combine different styles from many countries. Of course, it also carries the special history of Puyi, Wanrong and Wenxiu after he left Beijing and before he entered the Northeast.
Beautiful Jingyuan, with a historical flavor, worth a visit! Traveling through time #天津必去小洋楼
Tianjin's most time-traveling tourist attraction, the restored original old residence, allows you to experience history and culture in an immersive way.
The interior decoration of the building is very exquisite, and the decorative style is carefully selected according to the research of Puyi research experts, allowing tourists to be immersed in the scene and truly experience the years of the last century.
#Tianjin must go to the small Western-style building# Not many people, very hot
Came here with children, the flowers are beautiful, the people are beautiful, and the service is good.
and The environment is so beautiful! The flowers are so fragrant!
. Jingyuan has a great environment and beautiful scenery.
The scenery in the courtyard is beautiful, the environment is particularly good, perfect.
#Tianjin must-see small Western-style building#
Super exciting content, learned a lot of history
Tianjin Jingyuan # and #Tianjin Must-Visit Small Western-style Buildings # are worth visiting!
#Tianjin must-see small Western-style building#
Tianjin must visit small Western-style building#, perfect
#Tianjin must-see small Western-style building#
Jingyuan is really great. I love it here. You can visit many places at a reasonable price! It is very suitable for taking a girlfriend to play! !
Today I visited Jingyuan and learned about Puyi's time in Tianjin.
#Tianjin must-see small Western-style building#
Jingyuan is super fun, there are many tourists, and my boyfriend is very nice. I like this place, everyone come and see it!
Jingyuan is located on Anshan Road in Heping District. Tickets cost 20 yuan. Take Metro Line 1, get off at Anshan Road Station, and walk along Anshan Road for a few minutes to reach the park.
Jingyuan, originally named Qianyuan, was the residence of Lu Zongyu, the Beiyang government's ambassador to Japan. After Puyi moved out of the palace and resided there, the name was changed to Jingyuan, implying that tranquility nourishes one's noble spirit.
Upon entering the main gate, you'll be greeted by a Spanish-style brick and wood structure with a fountain in front. To the right of the main building is the Puyi Exhibition Hall, while to the left are the West Wing, the Visitor Center, and the Jingyuan Restoration Exhibition Hall. As a private residence, the scenic area is relatively small and can be fully explored in about an hour or two.
The tour order is: Puyi Exhibition Hall - Main Building - West Wing - Visitor Service Center - Jingyuan Restoration Exhibition Hall.
The tour begins at the Puyi Exhibition Hall, originally a waiting area for those seeking an audience with Puyi. It consists of two rooms: one currently serves as a screening room, where a large screen displays a video of Puyi's life, offering a brief overview; the other displays images and artifacts showcasing Puyi's life and his personal experiences, offering a deeper understanding of the extraordinary life of this former emperor.
After exiting, enter the main building for a tour. The main building has two floors, with a partial three-story structure, though the third floor is not open to the public. The first floor primarily houses the reception room, conference room, and dining room. The reception room even has a phonograph. In the early days of Puyi's arrival in Tianjin, he and Wanrong enjoyed a harmonious relationship, often dancing in the reception room. His ministers frequently met with him in the conference room, where many important decisions were made.
The second floor is Puyi and Wanrong's bedroom and study. The facilities are very exquisite and beautiful, and some of them are even more noble because of their age.
It is where Puyi's collection of books is stored. Nowadays, if you are tired of strolling around Jingyuan, you can order an afternoon tea or a Queen's dessert here, and take a rest indoors or on a rattan chair in the courtyard.