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.
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)

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

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

Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei

7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town
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
A beautiful hotel, easy ace
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

ILLUME TAIPEI
Our room had a beautiful view of the road and the tree line. The buffet was delicious with great variety. This hotel is attached to a mall so it can get busy. There were a lot of people there for business and for weddings.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Grand Hyatt Taipei
The breakfast was awesome
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
Good location, but hard to find entrance. You need to take an elevator to get to lobby.
Reviewed on 27 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.

