[2025 New Taipei City Attraction] Travel Guide for Danshui Rongshu Dao (Updated Oct)

#SeptemberGoodPlaces2025 Tamsui Banyan Tree Path | The Softest Path Under the Sunset At dusk, Tamsui's Banyan Tree Path is always particularly captivating. Stretching from Fort San Domingo to the banks of the Tamsui River, this path shaded by ancient banyan trees is a beloved romantic stroll for many locals and travelers alike. The setting sun shines through the banyan trees, casting light onto the stone pavement, creating dappled shadows that speak of the gentle passage of time. A gentle breeze caresses the banyan trees' aerial roots, draping them like curtains. Accompanied by the distant sounds of guitars and the lapping of waves on the riverbank, the world slows down. Walking here, there's no need for a purpose; simply let your heart follow the wind and light, entering this golden afternoon dreamland. Couples walk side by side, elderly people hold their grandchildren's hands, and street performers softly sing Tamsui love songs. As the sun slowly sinks behind Guanyin Mountain, the sky is bathed in a blend of orange, pink, and purple, and the surface of the Tamsui River shimmers with golden light. At that moment, all the noise ceased, leaving only the sunset, the banyan tree, and a smile. At the end, looking back, the afterglow of the setting sun shone through the gaps in the banyan trees onto the road, like a dream sprinkled with golden dust. This road is not only the most beautiful promenade in Tamsui, but also a memory of time and romance.

Day 1 – Arrival in Taipei • Arrive Taipei Taoyuan Airport • Take airport MRT / taxi to hotel • Afternoon/Evening: • Explore Ximending shopping district • Try street food: Ay-Chung Mian Xian, bubble tea • Optional: Red House Theater for culture & nightlife ⸻ Day 2 – Taipei City Highlights • Morning: • Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall • National Theater & Concert Hall • Afternoon: • Taipei 101 Observatory • Shopping at Taipei 101 / Breeze Xinyi • Evening: • Raohe Night Market (pepper buns, stinky tofu, grilled squid) • Songshan Ciyou Temple nearby ⸻ Day 3 – Northern Taipei Day Trip • Jiufen Old Street – tea houses, taro balls, retro lanes • Shifen Waterfall & Pingxi sky lantern release • Optional: Yehliu Geopark (unique rock formations) • Return to Taipei ⸻ Day 4 – Taipei → Yilan • Take train/bus (1.5 hrs) to Yilan • Activities in Yilan: • Jimi Square / Jimmy Park (art installations) • Luodong Night Market – scallion pancakes, lamb soup • Hot Springs in Jiaoxi (foot bath or private soak) ⸻ Day 5 – Yilan Nature & Culture • Meihua Lake (cycling, boating) • National Center for Traditional Arts • Dongshan River Water Park • Optional: Visit Waiao Beach (surfing & black sand) • Evening: back to Jiaoxi for hot spring hotel stay ⸻ Day 6 – Yilan → Hualien • Scenic train ride (2 hrs) along east coast to Hualien • Qixingtan Beach (crescent bay, great for photos) • Dongdamen Night Market (largest in east Taiwan) ⸻ Day 7 – Taroko Gorge National Park • Full-day trip to Taroko Gorge • Shakadang Trail • Swallow Grotto • Eternal Spring Shrine • Tunnel of Nine Turns • Return to Hualien city ⸻ Day 8 – Hualien → Taipei / Departure • Morning train or flight back to Taipei (2–3 hrs) • If time allows: last-minute shopping at Taipei Underground Mall or Ximending • Depart from Taipei Taoyuan Airport ⸻ 🚄 Transport Tips • Taipei ↔ Yilan: Train or bus (~1.5 hrs) • Yilan ↔ Hualien: Train (~2 hrs, scenic) – book early as seats sell out • Hualien ↔ Taipei: Express train (~2 hrs 15 min) or short domestic flight #mytraveldiary #travel #taiwan #itinerary #itinerary #taipei #yilan #Hualian

Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf, located in Tamsui District of New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a breathtaking spot where the Tamsui River meets the Taiwan Strait. Crossing the steel bridge, you’ll feel the gentle breeze caressing your face, and the sunset spreading over the sea is simply indescribable. 😊 As night falls, the bridge lights up, transforming into a sparkling jewel, while the nearby small shops and cafes add a romantic touch to the atmosphere. During the day, walking amidst the picturesque scenery offered by the sea feels almost meditative. The gentle sound of waves following the water’s surface is surprisingly soothing. Unlike other seaside walkways or places like Soraepogu, this spot retains an "old harbor charm" that is truly unique. It’s a place where local families, couples, and solo travelers alike can enjoy the stunning views. The phrase "a walkway where the sea feels within reach" is not an exaggeration at all. It was an unforgettable moment that should definitely be included in your itinerary.