Tamsui
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.
Wuji Tianyuan Temple
After visiting Wuji Tianyuan Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Taipei City. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums 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.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Top hotels in Tamsui
The Grand Hotel
"It was a great stay! Thanks"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
"All the staffs are very friendly"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
"First visit to Taipei for a few nights stopping over before travelling to Ho Chi Minh, other parts of Vietnam and Cambodia. walkable area feels safe, very helpful staff, will not be visiting Taipei again as it is not as compelling a city as other Asian cities we have travelled to, but I would not ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Regent Taipei
"Nice rooms, albeit very dusty. Helpful and attentive staff. Problem is noise from other guests slamming doors and making a noise during hours of sleep; non-stop rudeness. Sadly I would not stay again."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
"Great location. We had a wonderful stay and workers are very friendly and helpful!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Caesar Metro Taipei
"Location, location, location."
Reviewed on 30 May 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 Baishawan Beach and Yangmingshan National Park.
