Taiwan · KEELUNG SHORE EXCURSIONS

The 15 Best Keelung Shore Excursions

27 tours  ·  from $4

The ship docks a short drive from both Taipei and the northeast coast, so the day comes down to which way you turn. These 15 are priced per person, timed against sailing, and clear on the all-aboard guarantee.

Full-Day Private Custom Keelung Shore Excursions - National Palace Museum: choose depth or a quick first look
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Full-Day Private Custom Keelung Shore Excursions

1.Full-Day Private Custom Keelung Shore Excursions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 123 reviews · from $136Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at Keelung Harbor for about eight hours in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Choose Taipei highlights such as the National Palace Museum, Longshan Temple, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Yongkang Street, and Taipei 101. Guides including Vincent, James, Henry, Jackson, and Sean are praised for flexible plans, clear explanations, careful timing, and help with limited mobility.

“The experience was awesome, again we had a great time with Vincent very kind and respectful and so helpful with my sister that she had a problem walking. Thank you Vincent”

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Keelung Shore Excursion: Jiufen & Shifen Sky Lantern Private Tour - Meeting your guide at Keelung Port
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Keelung Shore Excursion: Jiufen & Shifen Sky Lantern Private Tour

2.Keelung Shore Excursion: Jiufen & Shifen Sky Lantern Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · from $155

Spend about eight hours with a Chinese and English-speaking driver-guide exploring Jiufen and Shifen from Keelung Port. Walk Jiufen’s steep old lanes, see Golden Waterfall and Shifen Waterfall, sample market snacks, and release a sky lantern. Guides such as Stanley, Tony, Oscar, and Charky are noted for family help, local insight, and photography.

“Our guide, Thomas, drove us to the Golden Waterfall, old Jiufen town, old Shifen town, and Shifen Waterfall. And a few scenic spots along the way. He was very friendly and interpreted for us as needed. He gave us a lot of historical context of Taiwan and Jiufen and Shifen.”

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Keelung Shore Excursions: Private 6-Hour Taipei City Adventure! - Taipei 101: the city’s great visual marker
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Keelung Shore Excursions: Private 6-Hour Taipei City Adventure!

3.Keelung Shore Excursions: Private 6-Hour Taipei City Adventure!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · from $149

From Keelung Port, a Chinese or English-speaking driver-guide takes you into Taipei by private, air-conditioned vehicle. You can visit Taipei 101, Longshan Temple, Bopiliao, Ximending, and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, or adjust the plan for food, history, and photo stops. Taipei 101 admission and meals cost extra.

“Taipei, Taiwan was a complete surprise. From the very modern high-tech Chip making center to the ancient streets immersed in Buddhism, our fantastic guide Thomas made Taipei come alive. We have never met a guide, more enthusiastic and excited about his heritage, culture, and history. Thomas whisked us from place to place seamlessly, saving time by bringing the car to pick us up curbside as we lingered for the last moments at a site. We had lunch at a Michelin noted neighborhood eatery known for authentic hand made noodles. Taipei was an amazing experience for first timers because of its diversity, its achievements. The special bonus for us was Thomas…”

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Keelung Shore Excursion Private 8-Hour Taipei Urban Adventure! - Starting at the correct Keelung terminal
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Keelung Shore Excursion Private 8-Hour Taipei Urban Adventure!

4.Keelung Shore Excursion Private 8-Hour Taipei Urban Adventure!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $189

Travel from Keelung Port into Taipei with a private Chinese and English-speaking driver guide. Shape the day around Taipei 101, Dihua Street, Longshan Temple, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Bopiliao Historic Block, or other interests. Guides including Will, Jennifer, Oscar, and Tommas have received strong praise, though English ability may vary.

“Picked up at the cruise port and taken into the city and shown around dihua street, Wanhua district, Lungshan temple, Wanhua district, the beautiful and impressive Chiangmai Kai-Shek Memorial Hall and finishing off at the Taipei 101 tower Read more”

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Keelung port pick up day tour ( private group) - Shifen Old Street and the sky lantern ritual
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Keelung port pick up day tour ( private group)

5.Keelung port pick up day tour ( private group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews

Spend about eight hours exploring northeastern Taiwan from Keelung with a private driver-guide. Visit Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen Old Street, Shifen Waterfall, and Shifen’s lantern street. Guides such as Martin Lee, Justin, Kevin, and Phyllis are praised for clear communication, flexible plans, local food advice, and taking trip photos. Pickup, Wi-Fi, water, umbrellas, and raincoats are included.

“Justin was an amazing tour guide. We had the best time visiting this beautiful place. Thank you justin, you were a pleasure. Xx”

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Keelung Shore Excursion: Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Houton Cat Village Private Tour - Jiufen Old Street: Snacks, Tea, and a Complicated Past
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Keelung Shore Excursion: Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Houton Cat Village Private Tour

6.Keelung Shore Excursion: Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Houton Cat Village Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $179

From Keelung Port, your private Chinese and English-speaking driver-guide takes you to Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Golden Waterfall, Houtong Cat Village, and Miaokou Night Market. Expect about eight hours in an air-conditioned vehicle, moderate walking, local snacks, and flexible attention for your group.

“Jim showed us some fantastic places. He had to contend with big crowds but we enjoyed ourselves. Had to ask to be taken back to ship after an exhausting 6 1/2 hours. Thanks”

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Private Keelung Cultural Walk: Markets, Streets & Local Life - Starting at Chenghuang Temple and the Nanguan music hall
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Private Keelung Cultural Walk: Markets, Streets & Local Life

7.Private Keelung Cultural Walk: Markets, Streets & Local Life

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews

Join a bilingual local guide, often Mila, Annie, Ilun, or Benny, for a private three-hour walk through Keelung. Visit Cheng Huang Temple and its Nanguan music hall, Columbus Alley, a bomb shelter, Ren’ai Market, and Keelung Miaokou Night Market. The route mixes local traditions, food culture, wartime history, and everyday city life at an easy pace.

“Extensive description and visit of the city of Keelung 40 minutes from Taipei ! The visit was with a small crowd and is perfect if you have a free morning when strolling around Taipei ! Thank you Mila, would definitely visit again”

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Taipei Private Transfer: Keelung Cruise Port to Hotel - What the private vehicle is really worth
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Taipei Private Transfer: Keelung Cruise Port to Hotel

8.Taipei Private Transfer: Keelung Cruise Port to Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews

Meet your driver at Keelung’s West Passenger Terminal and ride privately to your Taipei hotel in about 40 minutes. Sedans suit one or two people, while minivans handle larger groups. Your driver helps with luggage, but this is a transfer, not a sightseeing tour, and clear pickup details matter at the busy port.

“Excellent post Cruise Transfer service from Keelung Port to Taipei City. Great communication and found the vehicle quickly. Beautiful spacious vehicle.”

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Taipei Private Transfer:Keelung Cruise Port to Taiwan Taoyuan Int Airport - The vehicle ride to Taoyuan Airport
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Taipei Private Transfer:Keelung Cruise Port to Taiwan Taoyuan Int Airport

9.Taipei Private Transfer:Keelung Cruise Port to Taiwan Taoyuan Int Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews

Arrange a private ride from Keelung Cruise Port to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. A representative meets you near Maritime Plaza, helps with luggage, and leads you to a sedan, limousine, or minivan. Drivers such as Vincent have provided English-language assistance, clear airport transfers, and flexible support for groups with extra bags.

“Clean and easy transfer from the cruise port to the airport. Driver was very friendly and informative.”

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Keelung Port Shore Private Customized Tour - Choosing between Taipei and the north coast
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Keelung Port Shore Private Customized Tour

10.Keelung Port Shore Private Customized Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews

This private Keelung shore excursion gives your group of up to four a flexible eight-hour car service to Taipei, New Taipei City, or Keelung sights. Ask for a route with Jiufen, Yehliu, Taipei 101, or local food stops. Drivers such as Grace, Allen, Charlie, and Jim have received especially warm praise, though guiding and English ability can vary.

“Amazing was a marvel the guide took us to know 3 amazing places and changed options last minute and without any problemAuto-translated”

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Private Cruise Tour from Keelung: Trip to Taipei - Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall begins the history lesson
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Private Cruise Tour from Keelung: Trip to Taipei

11.Private Cruise Tour from Keelung: Trip to Taipei

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $210

This 7 to 8 hour private tour takes you from Keelung port into Taipei with an English, Spanish, or Chinese-speaking guide. Visit Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, Longshan Temple, Taipei 101, 44 South Military Village, and Dihua Street, with Din Tai Fung dumplings included. Guides may include Samuel Hou, Peter, or Jessica.

“Our tour guide, Samuel Hou was very pleasant, attentive to our needs as Senior tourists and very knowledgeable! He tried to cover as much about the places we visited! Would highly recommend him to other travelers!! Thanks, Sam ! From Danny and Cynch ( Staten Island ,NY , USA)”

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Private Keelung Food Tour with Local Markets & Tastings - Ren’ai District, the fish market, and Ching-an Temple
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Private Keelung Food Tour with Local Markets & Tastings

12.Private Keelung Food Tour with Local Markets & Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews

Spend three hours exploring Keelung with a local guide from Keelung For A Walk. Meet near the harbor, visit Ren’ai Market, Ching-an Temple, the fish market, and Miaokou Night Market, and taste herbal tea, curry noodles, bakery treats, bubble tea, and other local specialties. Tastings can be adjusted for dietary needs, and daytime and evening tours offer different food and scenery.

“It was excellent. Mila was a wonderful tour guide! I would recommend this tour to anyone. A wonderful experience.”

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Jiufen, Heping Island Park & Keelung Night Market Day Tour - Jiufen Old Street: two hours in the hills
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Jiufen, Heping Island Park & Keelung Night Market Day Tour

13.Jiufen, Heping Island Park & Keelung Night Market Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $90

Spend about 7.5 hours traveling from Taipei to Jiufen Old Street, Heping Island GeoPark, and Keelung Miaokou Night Market. An English-speaking guide leads the day, with guides such as Bratt and Xiao Hei praised for helpful commentary. Expect walking, stairs, tea shops, coastal scenery, and local snacks. Meals cost extra.

“They cancelled on me because they did not have enough customers for the trip. I’m awaiting refund for the agency-initiated cancellation.”

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Northeast Coast Instagram Photo Tour in Keelung & New Taipei - Bitou Cape: cliffs, ocean, and the lighthouse
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Northeast Coast Instagram Photo Tour in Keelung & New Taipei

14.Northeast Coast Instagram Photo Tour in Keelung & New Taipei

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · from $55Best value

From Taipei Main Station, join a guided nine-hour outing to Bitou Cape, Bitou Harbor, Zhengbin Fishing Port, Heping Island GeoPark, and Keelung Miaokou Night Market. Expect coastal walks, volcanic rock formations, colorful port houses, and free time for local food. Guide Aaron has also helped with gluten-free dining needs.

“Itinerary was a great mix of nature with social which brought us to visit wonderful natural sights such as the bitou cape park and also walked the Keelung night market as the social part. The itinerary description should indicate upfront that tRead more”

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Keelung Shore Excursion: Xiangshan Hiking & Classic Taipei Culture Private Tour - Two hours inside the National Palace Museum
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Keelung Shore Excursion: Xiangshan Hiking & Classic Taipei Culture Private Tour

15.Keelung Shore Excursion: Xiangshan Hiking & Classic Taipei Culture Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $175

From Keelung Cruise Port, your private driver-guide takes you through Taipei’s major sights, from Longshan Temple and the National Palace Museum to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Xiangshan. You’ll pause for famous beef noodle soup, then climb Elephant Mountain for a clear view of Taipei 101. Muslim-friendly arrangements are available on request.

“Taking part in this activity was fabulous and enriching. The tour takes you in a journey to glance beautiful Taipei spots with also very interesting history. This tour fits anyone who loves to walk around, do a bit of exercise and see the best of the city. I highly recommend to stop by at Hangzhou Xian Long Bao if you have time in the city! It’s amazing!”

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