Fort San Domingo

I visited Fort Santo Domingo and had a very nice experience. There is a lot to see and learn, with well-presented historical information that gives good insight into Taiwan’s past and the site’s colonial history. The grounds are well maintained, and the views over the river and surroundings add to the visit. An interesting and worthwhile stop, especially if you enjoy history and cultural landmarks

First off, the location is beautiful. It’s perched on a hill overlooking the Tamsui River, so even before you step inside, the view already makes the trip worth it. If you go around sunset, the golden light over the water is unreal. It’s also close to the Tamsui Old Street area, so you can easily turn it into a half-day wander with snacks and river views. Inside, it’s set up as a small museum with exhibits about Taiwan’s trade history and foreign relations. It’s not huge, but it’s easy to explore at a relaxed pace. You don’t feel rushed, and it’s not overwhelmingly packed with information. Also the toilets got both seat and squat options to choose, they provude the bidet spray and sanitary pads for the ladies if you need one in emergency

Get a dual ticket and visit the customs house and British embassy house with one ticket. Bargain. They are so worth it, for the views, for the history and for the glimpse into the past lives of colonial era buildings and workers. Very interesting and well maintained historical buildings and local museums.

It's a beautiful fort and well maintained. You get to understand the history of it and also how a few things looked like in the olden times, especially to show children like a stroller or kitchen utensils which they have preserved. Also once you step out and across the road we could catch a beautiful sunset at the bridge.

This is lovely modern historical site with a nice view. The garden is peaceful and open with the sea, mountains in the background. It's a very pleasant site to visit.

Historically interesting for those with a desire to expand knowledge of Taiwan and its beginnings. Good walking, well organized, preserved. Kids probably won't appreciate like adults.

A short but interesting stop when visiting Tamsui..Fort Sto. Domingo can take you back in time with its exhibits and vibe. There's also the Oxford College and a historical chuch right after the exit.

Personally I like this museum very much. It reflected the time when the westerners lived and worked in Taiwan. No matter in what time, the people who has power and money, always can enjoy the life in a real good way. Hopefully I can as well~

This is the nicest landmark and tourist destination in dansui. If you come to Dansui on a sunny day don't waste your time in the market or trying out food vendors, they will be there all night! Spend your day visiting this historical landmark which is located on a hill with amazing view of the cost line. The fort is now a museum which you can visit for free. You can find all the furniture and portraits of the ruling family of that time. Which was during the 20's when the Spanish and Dutch came to Taiwan. There is a beautiful story behind the fort and it is a great tourist destination. I love to visit even though I've been more than once.

Old colonial fort atop a long flight of steep steps. Entry is 80 NTD and it's BOGO admission. The grounds are well-maintained and quiet, and the architecture is spectacular. There's also lots of greenery, seating, vending machines, and bathrooms. The history of the fort itself is pretty interesting, as it's had connections to the French, Dutch, British, Americans, and the Chinese, and served as both a garrison and a a consulate. However, there's not much to see and after about half an hour, you're pretty much done with the entire tour of the place. Honestly, I'd say just come here to check it off your sightseeing list, and leave quickly.

Just OK. This fort, and the surrounding area, played a central role in the colonial history of Taiwan, with the mainland Chinese, the British, the Dutch, and the Spanish battling it out to control the land. But at this museum, there's very little about any of that. Which is a shame because YouTube has several great videos about this history, and they would just need to set up a monitor and loop one or two of those videos to level this place up a star. The only part of the museum with any depth is the former British Consul's residence, next to the fort, which is well-preserved and interesting. So you'll leave with a sense that this was a colonial fort built by the Spanish and later taken by the Dutch, then some other stuff happened, and the British consul had a nice house. End of story.

Every coastal city has a fort. Fort Santo Domingo is a historical fortress in Tamsui District of Taipei, Taiwan. Built in 1628 was originally a wooden fort built by Spanish Conquistadors. That was destroyed in a battle with the Dutch in 1642. In 1644, the Dutch rebuilt a fort on the original site. From 1683 to 1867 the Qing Dynasty Chinese controlled the fort. From 1868 onwards the fort was leased to the British government as its consulate, and a two-storey consulate's residence was built next door. The fort continued to be used as a British consulate during Japanese rule, but was briefly closed during the Pacific War. After the war it was an unofficial British embassy until 1972. Then the fort was temporarily managed by Australia and the United States of America, before the fort was returned to the government Taiwan in 1980. Since then it has been a national historic landmark. The site open for touring includes the main fortress, the former British consul's residence, and the south gate built during Qing dynasty. The main fortress is one of the oldest buildings in the country. The former consulate's residence is a two-storey English-style home. Very well preserved with period furnishings, you take a step back in time to how the family lived and what they wore. The remaining gate is Chinese style architecture. This fort along with Hobe and the White House can be purchased as a tri pass. This property had the most to take in of the three. Spent just over an hour here. You can easily walk between all three.

A tourist spot that speaks to Taiwan's colorful past. While I do enjoy a history lesson here or there, I'm usually not keen on visiting historical landmarks or museums - I feel like I just can't appreciate it and all I think about is the next food stop. I know, I'm terrible. Entry was 80NT (that could have bought me 2 bubble teas!!!) but no museum in the US could cost under $3 for entry, so I know I shouldn't complain. While we didn't spend much time reading all the historical facts, we noticed the fort and the area surrounding it was a great place for those profile pictures you've been waiting for. There were plenty of tourists posing and taking Instagram-worthy pictures (although I'm sure not all the selfie sticks were being used for that purpose). I don't know if 紅毛城 is worth 80NT, but it's definitely a noteworthy stop for those interested in island's unique history.

This was a fort originally built by the Spanish and controlled by various countries over the years. Taiwan displays nine flags to represent these countries. The adjoining former British Consular Residence is now a unique combination of a historic museum and shrine to love. The upstairs rooms have a different love theme each. One room is covered in love notes and scribbles from visitors. Another displays love tips from the public. There have been many proposals here and a video of one such proposal is on repeat. My favorite room features a window covered in paper hearts from visitors over the years. The museum is a easy 30 minute drive from Taipei. The MRT stops in Tamsui, but it looked to be a trek from the station to the fort.

Nice place for a bit of history of the area. I didn't know there was a Spanish presence here and, well, now I had a chance to learn the details. Also, the museum space is air-conditioned.

This is an old fort that was originally built by the Spanish, then destroyed and eventually rebuilt by the Dutch. This place got it's name because they used to call the Dutch red-haired devils and the name, 紅毛城, lasts until this day. Situated on top of a hill, there is a wonderful view from outside. The fort is quite a walk away from the metro station though. Admission is free, and there's a small gift shop at the bottom of the hill. Once you get inside, you can see various portraits and artifacts retelling the history of the fort.

Fort San Domingo was built in 1629 by the Spanish, then taken over by the Dutch in 1642 Entry is free and they often have exhibitions inside the fort. The fort is on the smaller side but the view is pretty good on a clear day and you can learn about Taiwanese history. The garden grounds are perfect on a sunny day after a tour of the house. The current exhibition is showcasing happy marriages and proposals. There is a small gift shop near the entrance and clean bathroom facilities but if you are just visiting Dan Shui, be mindful sometimes you have to wait in line to get into the Fort.