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.
Wuji Tianyuan Temple
After visiting Wuji Tianyuan Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Taipei City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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)
12hrs - Chiayi Meteor Garden Classic Tour From Taipei
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Top hotels in Tamsui
The Grand Hotel
Complimentary shuttle service is helpful since it is farther than other hotels from the MRT. Good stay despite renovation.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Very nice location and updated facility and amenities.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Excellent value for their studio suite. Tip top dim sum at Pearl Liang especially the baked charsiu bun!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Palais de Chine Hotel
Excellent stay! Thank you!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Room was fantastic! The view was amazing! Location was great! And the staff is incredibly helpful and thoughtful. We left something of value in our room and they called us and held it for us- we will definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
The AC is keeping the room. Ool.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 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 Luzhou Breeze 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 Global Mall Taoyuan A8 or Xinzhuang Street Night Market 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 Yangmingshan National Park and Shimen Arch.
