The unrivaled beauty of sunset by the river

/ Bali 八里 /
/ Tamsui 淡水 /

Bali and Tamsui are known for their beautiful riverside sunsets, historic buildings, and traditional settings. Here you can take a stroll on Taipei’s very own Fisherman’s Wharf ( 漁 人碼頭 ), cycle along the Gold Coast Bikeway ( 藍色水岸自行車道 ), and enjoy the taste of popular Taiwanese snacks from the Tamsui Old Street ( 淡水老街 ) while you immerse yourself in the unique scenery where river meets sea.
淡水金色水岸自行車道
Tamsui Gold Coast Bikeway
As the light of the setting sun gives the waters of Tamsui River a golden hue, the bikeway was named the "Golden Shore Bike way". Cyclists can explore Tamsui's culture and natural scenery. Non-folding bikes are allowed to enter and leave through Guandu ( 關渡), Zhuwei ( 竹圍) and Hongshulin MRT stations ( 捷運紅樹林站). Address: HuanHe Rd, Tamsui District, New Taipei City, Taiwan 251
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Bali Old Street 八里老街

The Bali Old Street is close to Tamsui River and has been renovated in recent years. There is a nice bicycle trail along the embankment. If you visit Bali, don't miss the local mussels. Visitors can enjoy a river view all the way on the Bali Left Bank Bike Trail, along which there are many rental shops.

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Shihsanhang Museum of Archaeology 十三行博物館

Located near the estuary of the Danshui River in Bali District, the Shisanhang archaeological site dates back some 500 to 1800 years, Taiwan's prehistoric time.Address : No.200,Museum Rd.,Bali District, New Taipei City.
TEL: 02-26191313
Getting there: Take the metro to Guandu Station then take bus R13
Hours: 09:30-17:00, Monday to Sunday (Closed on the first Monday of every month. Call for details.)

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Tamsui Old Street 淡水老街

Tamsui old street is a place where visitors can enjoy old streets, cool breeze, flower and trees planted by residents and the sense of relaxation. The dock is a good place for marvelous sunset viewing. Visitors can also take the boat ride between Tamsui and Bali.Address:Danshuei District, New Taipei, Taiwan 251

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Fort San Domingo 紅毛城

It is one of the rarest historical sites in Taiwan that has a great mix of foreign culture influences.Address: 1, 28th Alley, Zhongzhen Road, Tamsui District, New Taipei City.
TEL: 02-26231001
Hours: Monday to Sunday 9:30-18:00 (Closed On Monday, Chinese New Year’s Eve, and Chinese New Year)
Getting there: Take the MRT Tamsui Line to Tamsui station. Transfer to bus 836 or Red 26.

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Fisherman's Wharf 漁人碼頭

Never is this feeling more romantic than on a stroll across the bridge of Fisherman Wharf at sunset. With the Blue Waterway, visitors can take a boat to travel around the river or to the ocean. Also, the Blue Waterway make it easier for visitors to travel between the opposite bank of the Tamsui River. Boat stops: Tamsui Ferry Pier, Bali Ferry Pier, Fisherman Wharfs, Bali ZouAan(Left Bank)Whard, Guandu Harbor Wharf.

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