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
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Miniatures Museum of Taiwan Admission Ticket
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Top hotels in Tamsui
The Grand Hotel
100% recommended.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
This hotel was a find. Great central location, MRT stop is literally next to the hotel. The area has great access to local shops to grab what you need (7-11 is 3 min walk away, next to a cute little park where you can bust out all the yummy Asian snacks and rest in shade.). Five min walk away is ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Very clean beautiful room. Staff is top shelf, warm, friendly, helpful. Always ready to make your stay more comfortable.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Taoyuan International Airport
Staff was very helpful at late check in. Beds were very comfortable. View of the airport from the room was cool. Breakfast at the Marketplace Cafe had plenty of choices and healthy options. The free shuttle to and from the airport was very convenient. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
The best hotel I ever stayed at! I booked this for my family and they loved it a ton! The staff is attentive and kind. The amenities are great such as the gym, pool, room service, laundry, and more. Very conveniently located as well (central Taipei). Highly recommend everyone to book their stay ...
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.
