Taigu Foreign Firm Building

Step into the Former Butterfield & Swire Building and be transported to 19th-century Tianjin's concession era! This century-old British-style edifice once housed Swire's North China HQ, where red-brick facades and arched colonnades showcase colonial architecture at its finest. Don't miss the preserved wooden staircases and vintage floor tiles inside - the second-floor exhibition hall tells the port city's golden days through historic photos. Pro tip: Visit at dusk when the sunset paints the building in ochre hues for the most Instagrammable shots!