Beitou Hot Spring Museum

Five stars for the thermal springs in Taipei. Even though we arrived after they closed, the area was still absolutely stunning. The springs sit right outside the museum which makes the whole place feel even more special. There is a path that lets you walk up and look down at the springs from above and the view is completely worth the stop. The steam rising through the trees creates a peaceful and almost magical atmosphere. We spent time taking everything in and hope to return during open hours.

This museum captures the history of Beitou and it's amazing hotsprings. The most fascinating part was how Taiwan's movie industry evolved here also covered at the museum. The entry to the museum is free and open to the public.

The museum showcases history of the place. Entrance is also free of charge, you just need to change into an indoor slippers provided by the staffs. There's also an interactive presentation to understand the history and it has english translation. The place is also big and the staffs are nice.

Very easy to get here - from the MRT station, it's literally a long stretch of different tourist spots available in Beitou, starting from the library, then this Hot Spring Museum, all the way until Thermal Valley Free of charge to enter, we visited on a weekday and there was a bit of queue to enter (probably 5-10 mins) Can finish this in 30 mins or less, interesting place to visit if you want to learn more about the Hot Spring history in Beitou

This is an old hot spring resort-turned-museum where you can read the place's history. If you're not a history junkie, it's alright to just walk around or lounge at the tatami mat near the entry point since entrance is free. You just have to change your footwear into the provided slippers which they disinfect after every use.

The museum is real interesting for an hour or so. The people who work there are lovely. It's shoes off on entry and indoor shoes are provided. Your outdoor shoes can be put in a personal locker. The displays are good and the history is really interesting. One of the guides was very happy to volunteer to take photos of us .... thankyou. The matting in the main hall was amazing. Definitely worth a visit.

Very friendly to English speakers, be prepared to take off your shoes when you come in (they have a system and helpful staff, though)! A really terrific museum. After a nearby hot spring experience, I was, admittedly, a little sceptical about what I’d actually learn here. However, what met me there was a genuinely fascinating experience, wonderfully presented and in a building that has an astonishing amount of history. It’s so rare to stand in a modern museum that feels like it truly represents and reflects the different ages of rule, differing purpose and varying occupants of its time in service. However, this wonderfully presented experience does just that. Came away completely surprised and so grateful that I came and explored Beitou proper. Make sure you buy something to support the museum (they have some adorable key chains and cool sulfur soaps)! With going out of your way for (but you won’t, it’s close to Xinbeitou Station).

Very nice experience to see an ancient hot spring house. Plenty of very interesting insights into the rich culture of Beitou. And it’s for free. We went there on a Sunday in the afternoon and only had to wait 2 minutes. Super friendly staff as well.

Free museum on the grounds of Beitou park. It's a quick walk off the MRT line and on our way to the actual hot springs for a soak. Great overview of the kind of sulfuric waters we'll be soaking in the area. Most of the explanation is in Chinese but luckily there are pamphlets to pick up in English to learn more about the history of this area. Highly recommend. You do need to take your shoes off but will be lent slippers. Great place to sit on tatami mates.

They have a fantastic seasonal menu with high quality dishes inspired by Japanese and Taiwanese flavors. Service is very professional and similar to Japanese type of service. Ambiance is IMMACULATE, go for the food, stay for the restaurants vibes. It's like stepping into a piece of Japan, a good reminder of the locations history.

It was very easy to get to buy metro and is in a beautiful, serene area. Entry was free, and the staff/volunteers were helpful. There are no shoes allowed inside, but they offer slippers that are sanitized after each use. The art exhibits and interactive displays are well thought out. Historical information is posted throughout the museum in English and Chinese, and we found it to be quite interesting. There's a nice balcony upstairs and a large sitting area with tatami mats, which was relaxing. You can see the pools on the ground level, but no swimming. I definitely think it's worth visiting, plus there is plenty of other stuff to see in the area. And even though swimming was not allowed here, there are hot springs within walking distance that are open to the public, so bring a swimsuit and towel.

My sweetie and I decided to visit this hot spring museum on a day it was closed. This strategy guaranteed maintaining social distancing which has gripped pandemic Taiwan. Many residents are already staying away from many venues including mass transit. Anyhow, the Beitou District beautiful tutor-styled building is located next to Taipei Public Library Beitou Branch. The Beitou Hot Spring Museum 北投溫泉博物館 showcases exhibits about the regional hot springs.

Came to the Beitou Hot Spring Museum because we were in the area to check out the hot springs. It's OK, there is a little information about the history of the area and the springs. It's in a house with 2 levels. There is a large tatami mat on the upper floor and the lower floor has replicas of baths and a pool that was being worked on when we were there. You need to wear slippers while in the museum, so take your shoes off before going inside. Free is always good and that was about right for the price of entry.

Wandering around Beitou after my hot spring session I ended up visiting Beitou Hot Spring Museum. On a hot summer afternoon, the museum was almost empty with just a handful of visitors. I doubt I would line up to get in. But without admission and it was hot out, I wander into the cool looking building. One of the oldest building in Taipei and built during Japanese Colonial Era. Interesting architecture details and a good exhibition of the History of Hot Springs in the area. Walking around the Museum was kind of cool as it was really quiet and calm inside. Worth coming by if you are in the area before or after enjoying one of the Hot Springs in the area.

The Beitou Hot Spring Museum is one of the tourist attractions in the area. The museum itself is small and there is not much to explore inside, but it does provide some education on the history of the area and the hot springs.

After we checked out the library, we went to the Beitou Museum (北投溫泉博物館) also known as Taiwan Folk Arts Museum! At the entrance, they ask you take off your shoes, put them in a cubby, and wear slippers. Built during the Japanese colonial era, this building used to be the Kazan Hotel, one of the most luxurious hot springs. The tatami room in the middle of the second floor was used by Japanese Kamikaze pilots for their last meal before their flights. They have a tea room in the back that overlooks Yangmingshan and Taipei, but it wasn't open when we visited. You can drink tea or even eat a full meal there, but make reservations! This building houses around five thousand pieces of Taiwanese folk craft, dating from the Qing Dynasty through the Japanese rule to the 1970s! There are more than a thousand art and craft pieces by Taiwan's aboriginal tribes.

Good museum to learn the history of the springs the bathhouses and about the era when the Japanese occupied. I recommend coming here then going to a bathhouse so you can fully appreciate it! The museum is free so that is always a perk. You must take your shoes off and switch into slippers.

Free entrance which is always a plus. If you don't know too much about how the springs are formed and want to know the history behind the bathhouses, this is a nice museum with free wifi! Value 5/5 Atmosphere 4/5 Service 4/5 Quality 4/5 17/20

The long line of tourists might suggest otherwise, but I found this museum to be more like 2.5 stars. Many stairs and no elevator, so not suitable for those who are disabled or have otherwise limited mobility. No shoes allowed inside, but slippers are provided. Plenty of kind volunteers to help visitors find their way around and learn more about the history of this recreational area. Not exactly a recommended detour for travelers, but an interesting stop if you are already in the area.

The Beitou Public Bathhouse is one of Taipei's oldest buildings, constructed as early as 1913. At the time it was built, during the Japanese colonial era, the bathhouse was the largest of its kind in the East. The Hot Spring Museum's architecture speaks of its historical significance. The building facade shows red brick and wood in Tudor style. Locals have fought to preserve the piece of Taiwanese history and the original bathhouse building has been restored and repurposed as a Hot Spring Museum. This is a beautiful space and I'm glad we visited, because we were already in Beitou. That being said, I wouldn't travel all the way to Beitou just to visit this museum. Try to fit it into a bigger plan - perhaps a day in one of Beitou's operating bath houses. The Hot Spring Museum is open Tuesdays to Sundays and closed on Mondays.

Xin Bei Tou is well known for its Hot Spring and I often come here to enjoy it. I came here once to check out this place, it has its history. This public bathhouse is one of the oldest buildings in Taipei and was built during the Japanese colonial era. So going to this museum was a must for me, checking out the history and how this place came came about, its very interesting. Once I finished the tour, it was down to business for me, I spent about at least a couple of hours treating my body to what it deserved after many days of touring around the city . So if this is your first time, do drop by here before enjoying the real thing! XinBeitou is quite far from Taipei Main Station, so if you go there, you can also make plans to visit Danshui after that. Take the train from XinBeiTou to Beitou and changed trains from there to Danshui Station, its worth your time if you are around that area and have time to spare.

5 stars: A lot information was in English. 4 stars: Well-managed for visitors Average: 4 stars

i thought the museum was pretty informative. And free admission, which was a plus. Saw alot of visitors resting at the tamaki mat room, which was nice, shielding away from the humidity and heat outside. I took alot of pics with the exhibits and sent them to my friends, and they thought it was pretty informative and interesting.