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.
Jiufen Old Street
Visiting this “Dark Street” in a former gold mining town on a mountain is like stepping back in time and … into the movie set of the anime movie Spirited Away.
Yehliu Geopark
Leave the city streets behind to admire the unique rock formations and lighthouse in this rugged coastal area of northeastern Taipei.
Top hotels in Tamsui
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Loved the use of the hotel rooftop bath
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel
The staff members are friendly and professional. The Grand Hotel has interesting beginnings and historical importance. The building’s architectural and traditional designs are fulfilled with positive meanings. The hotel also has West and East secrets passages tours that visitors can join and to get ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
The staff is welcomed and speed up the check-in process. Also, it wasn’t too long to get the room key. 12pm check-out time is just perfect.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
Very nice
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
Convenient location at northern end of Ximen.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Caesar Metro Taipei
While we had some small issues with our room that is not notable, the staff, specifically Spring Yu, has provided us with much help and great service that has not only resolved our issues, and elevated our stay to a memorable one.
Reviewed on 23 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 Mount Guanyin or Love Kart.
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 Baishawan Beach and Yangmingshan National Park.
