Tamsui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A waterfront promenade with people walking and sitting, a stone wall, and buildings in the background.
A bustling street with shops and pedestrians.
A sunset at a waterfront with a large metal arch structure.
A crowded street lined with traditional buildings and various shops.
Boats docked at a waterfront with buildings and a mountain in the background.

Stay near popular Tamsui attractions

A crowded street with traditional buildings and colorful signs.

Tamsui Old Street

8.4/10 (131 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)

AU$62
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket

Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket

AU$42
per adult
Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

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

AU$101
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Thousand Island Lake & Pinglin Tea Plantation Afternoon Tour from Taipei

Thousand Island Lake & Pinglin Tea Plantation Afternoon Tour from Taipei

AU$73
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Thousand Island Lake & Pinglin Tea Plantation Afternoon Tour from Taipei
From Taipei: Private Scenic Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu & Pingxi

From Taipei: Private Scenic Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu & Pingxi

AU$304
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Taipei: Private Scenic Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu & Pingxi
擎天岡

Full-day Tour in Yangmingshan & Beitou from Taipei (Small Group)

AU$118
per adult
Full-day Tour in Yangmingshan & Beitou from Taipei (Small Group)
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Our pick of the best Tamsui Hotel Deals

The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1 Zhongshan N Road Sec 4 Taipei
Fully refundable
The price is AU$190 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$190
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
The Grand Hotel
Regent Taipei

Regent Taipei

5 out of 5
No 3, Lane 39, Section 2 Taipei
The price is AU$282 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$282
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,328 reviews)
"They would not let you check in until 3pm even if the rooms are ready. Strict 3 pm check in time is not friendly at all. The hotel is great for sure but I would rather stay in Hotel W as they always let you check in whenever they can. Hotel W actually TRY."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Regent Taipei
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen

4 out of 5
No. 88, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Wanhua Taipei TPE
The price is AU$240 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$240
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,976 reviews)
"The gym was pretty sparse even for a hotel gym, but everything was super clean. The laundry machines were super convenient, and the luggage storage was super nice to have. Everything is super clean and well maintained. I would definitely come back. It's a great location next to the mrt and late night ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

4 out of 5
No. 30, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Daan Taipei TPE
The price is AU$261 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$261
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei

Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei

5 out of 5
No. 133, Sec. 3, Nanjing E. Rd. Taipei
The price is AU$253 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$253
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,615 reviews)
"Helpful front desk; nice house keeping everyday"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei
Caesar Park Hotel Taipei

Caesar Park Hotel Taipei

4 out of 5
38 Chung Hsiao West Road Section 1 Taipei
The price is AU$137 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$137
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Caesar Park Hotel Taipei
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Our guide on where to stay in Tamsui

Find the best Tamsui areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional multi-tiered temple with ornate decorations and a red roof.
Photo by lienyuan lee
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Banqiao

Banqiao is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fuzhong Station or Banxin Station to explore sights like New Taipei City People's Square.

A large white bridge spanning a river, surrounded by a cityscape and greenery.

Sanchong

Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taipei Bridge and New Taipei Metropolitan Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.

A dragon statue with a person in the center.

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.

A river with orange rocks, surrounded by green hills.
Photo by lienyuan lee
Open Photo by lienyuan lee

Jinshan

Jinshan is noteworthy for its hot springs, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fagu Mountain World Buddhist Education Park and Jinbaoli Old Street.

A red bridge over a river surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

Wulai

Hot springs, river views and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Wulai. Check out Wulai Waterfalls or Wulai Old Street while you're exploring the area.

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