Located in the northeastern part of the old city, the Ancient Culture Street is the birthplace and cradle of modern high-rising Tianjin.

Situated at the center of the street, the Tianhou Palace is the oldest building existed in Tianjin. Built in 1326, it was a worshiping place to the Goddess of the sea to bless the oceangoing seaman of Tianjin. Since then the temple has been renovated number of times. In 1984, it was turned into a museum of local customs.

Standing along the street are many shops built in classical Chinese architectural style. 'Antiques' here are generally expensive, but if you are a connoisseur of bargaining, you can still find some good souvenirs at a reasonable price. Some good shops worthy of being mentioned include the Nirenzhang Clay Figurine Shop, Yangliuqing New Year Poster Shop and Tianyige Four Chinese Writing Tools Shop.