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
12hrs - Chiayi Meteor Garden Classic Tour From Taipei
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
9 Hour Tamsui Historic Site and Beitou Hot Spring Culture Tour
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Top hotels in Tamsui
The Grand Hotel
Beautiful architecture and tasty breakfast (with duck and high quality seafood and meat). Room AC didn’t go all the way down to 18C and front desk staff was a little aloof but overall great experience. Did both east and west secret passageway tours.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Clean room, lovely staff. Location okay.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Everything grea
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Plenty of places to eat nearby. Didn’t use the gym. Rooms cleaned on alternate days. Great access to MRT
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Taoyuan International Airport
I have mobility issues and the staff could not have been more helpful. I decided to try a swim in the pool for the first time in five months. When I had trouble getting out the guard jumped in, clothed and assisted me. I would return to this property in a minute.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
The room AC was quite strong but responsive. The hotel’s location is not very convenient for general wandering and exploration. It has a shuttle to a Metro station once an hour for a limited amount of time. It only has two laundry machine and dryer sets for the hotel but they require coins so that ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 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 Mount Guanyin or Love Kart.
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.
