Tamsui Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Full-day Tour in Yangmingshan & Beitou from Taipei (Small Group)
[Private Tour] Shilin Night Market Walking Tour With a Private Tour Guide (2-hr)
Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket
Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)
Our pick of the best Tamsui Hotel Deals
The Grand Hotel
The room is spacious and very clean, with excellent soundproofing. The bathroom is large, and the bathtub and shower are separate. On weekends, additional shuttle services to Yuanshan MRT Station are available, which makes transportation much more convenient. The staff are also incredibly kind and ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Regent Taipei
The beast
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Clean room, great public bath.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Palais de Chine Hotel
The hotel is conveniently located near the main train station and many of Taipei’s attractions. The staff were courteous and the food was okay in the restaurant. Breakfast had a good variety of dishes that would please people from many different cultures. If you wanted to shop, the Q mall is right ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
3-4 doors require room key to unlock but the point is, it only gives you 3seconds to open the door. Very unfriendly when moving in and out with luggages. Same with the elevators. There is no way you can move your luggages to catch the elevator to check out UPSTAIRS. You must leave your belongings ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Mayer Inn
Very convenient location, clean and safe but the walls are quite thin, if you are sensitive to noise it may not be comfortable for you, but overall is good.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 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 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 Yangmingshan National Park and Baishawan Beach.
