Tamsui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront promenade with people walking and sitting, a stone wall, and buildings in the background.
A bustling street with shops and pedestrians.
A sunset at a waterfront with a large metal arch structure.
A crowded street lined with traditional buildings and various shops.
Boats docked at a waterfront with buildings and a mountain in the background.

Stay near popular Tamsui attractions

A crowded street with many people and motorcycles.

Tamsui Old Street

8.4/10 (131 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)

NZ$74
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket

Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket

NZ$51
per adult
Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

NZ$145
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei

Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei

NZ$149
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Shilin Night Market

[Private Tour] Shilin Night Market Walking Tour With a Private Tour Guide (2-hr)

NZ$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
[Private Tour] Shilin Night Market Walking Tour With a Private Tour Guide (2-hr)
Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour

Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)

NZ$9
per adult
Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)
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Our pick of the best Tamsui Hotel Deals

The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1 Zhongshan N Road Sec 4 Taipei
The price is NZ$237 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$237
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,153 reviews)
"A magnificent hotel."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

The Grand Hotel
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

4 out of 5
No. 30, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Daan Taipei TPE
The price is NZ$292 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$292
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,799 reviews)
"Love the baths and appreciate the patrons follow the bath etiquette."

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Eastin Taipei Hotel

Eastin Taipei Hotel

3.5 out of 5
14F., No.87, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Taipei Taiwan
The price is NZ$93 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$93
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Nice clean good location comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Eastin Taipei Hotel
Regent Taipei

Regent Taipei

5 out of 5
No 3, Lane 39, Section 2 Taipei
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$402 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$402
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,330 reviews)
"The hotel needs to brighten up the elevator and hallways. It is so dark that you can barely see anything. Brightening it up also makes it more cheerful. There is no shower cap provided in the bathrooms. The floors needs to be changed to a smooth one for modern day luggage to move around and it looks ..."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Regent Taipei
Hotel Midtown Richardson

Hotel Midtown Richardson

4 out of 5
No. 4, Xiushan Street Taipei
The price is NZ$120 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$120
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,438 reviews)
"Was ok for an easy check in and out. Rooms small"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Hotel Midtown Richardson
Caesar Metro Taipei

Caesar Metro Taipei

4 out of 5
No.167, Bangka Blvd., Wanhua Dist. Taipei
The price is NZ$122 per night from 9 July to 10 July
NZ$122
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,924 reviews)
"Parking was so convenient, room clean was great, we like it. And the kids like free snacks"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Caesar Metro Taipei
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Our guide on where to stay in Tamsui

Find the best Tamsui areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Chinese building with ornate architecture, surrounded by lush green trees and a tiled courtyard.

Banqiao

Banqiao is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fuzhong Station or Banxin Station to explore sights like Banqiao Cihui Palace.

A large white bridge spanning a river, surrounded by a cityscape and greenery.

Sanchong

Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taipei Bridge and Sanhe Night Market are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.

A suspension bridge in a lush green forest with mountains in the background.
Photo by Chiayu Lin
Open Photo by Chiayu Lin

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.

A traditional Chinese temple with ornate architecture, a pond, and a bridge.
Photo by Outlookxp
Open Photo by Outlookxp

Xinzhuang

The riverfront and spas are just a few things visitors like about Xinzhuang. Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium and Xinzhuang Street Night Market are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Danfeng Station or Huilong Station to get around the larger area.

A river with orange rocks, surrounded by green hills.

Jinshan

Jinshan is noteworthy for its hot springs, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Jinbaoli Old Street and Yangmingshan National Park.

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