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
Explore the waterfront in New Taipei City with a trip to Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf. Discover the hot springs and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Tamkang University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Tamkang University during your trip to New Taipei City. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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
During your visit to Jiufen, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Jiufen Old Street. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Yehliu Geopark
Enjoy the hot springs and explore Yehliu Geopark, a lovely green space in New Taipei City. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Top hotels in Tamsui
The Grand Hotel
100% recommended.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Lack of small tower and a desk make the stay very inconvenient.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Room has an amazing view of Taipei 101.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Taoyuan International Airport
Miramar Garden Taipei
The room is clean and spacious. The staff is very nice and helpful. We used the outdoor pool and sauna facilities. The drink at the cafe beat 90% of the bubble tea places. Will recommend to others!
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Very pleasant, comfortable stay. Well looked after. Great breakfast. Daily water and fruit. Pool was very nice to use too. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 9 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 Shihsanheng Museum of Archaeology or Mount Guanyin.
Wugu District
Travellers like the parks in Wugu District, and New Taipei Metropolitan 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.
