Tamsui Travel Guide
New Taipei City
Popular places to visit
Tamsui Old Street
During your visit to New Taipei City, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Tamsui Old Street. Take in the fascinating museums and hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf
Watch the sunset, have dinner with harbor views and stroll over the Lover’s Bridge by night in this scenic spot in Taipei’s Tamsui district.
Tamkang University
Come and see how the “Tamkangians” live on this campus on Five Tiger Hill, which looks especially scenic at night.
Fort San Domingo
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fort San Domingo in New Taipei City. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Tamsui Customs Wharf
You can find out about the history of New Taipei City with a visit to Tamsui Customs Wharf. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Aletheia University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Aletheia University during your trip to New Taipei City. Discover the hot springs and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Top hotels in Tamsui
The Grand Hotel
100% recommended.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
I like the room very bright and very spacious. I enjoy the hot tub on the 17th floor.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Good space
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Taoyuan International Airport
Miramar Garden Taipei
The room is clean and spacious. The staff is very nice and helpful. We used the outdoor pool and sauna facilities. The drink at the cafe beat 90% of the bubble tea places. Will recommend to others!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Very pleasant, comfortable stay. Well looked after. Great breakfast. Daily water and fruit. Pool was very nice to use too. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tamsui
Bali
You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and hot springs in Bali. You might want to make time for a stop at Shihsanheng Museum of Archaeology or Mount Guanyin.
Wugu District
Travellers like the parks in Wugu District, and New Taipei Metropolitan Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Sanzhi
Travellers like the parks in Sanzhi, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Linkou
Well liked for its restaurants and shopping, Linkou is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou and Global Mall Linkou A9, and jump on the metro at Linkou Station to get around the city.
Taishan
When in Taishan and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium or Global Mall Taoyuan A8 and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Taishan Guihe Station or Taishan Station.
Shimen District
While visiting Shimen District, you might make a stop by sights like Baishawan Beach and Yangmingshan National Park.
