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Bali District
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Bali District for a waterfront walk, bike ride and quick museum/temple visits; one day is enough.
Bali District, the newest tourist spot in New Taipei, offers a compact waterfront park, a free archaeology museum, and several temples within walking or cycling distance. With easy bus links from Guandu MRT and cheap bike rentals, a single day covers the main sights; longer stays only make sense if you stay nearby in Taipei or New Taipei.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Oct–Apr
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid)
- Airport
- TPE
- Nights
- 0.5–1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Taiwan ↗Check visa-exemption length, passport validity and the online arrival card (TWAC) on the official sites before you fly.
- Taiwan ↗An EasyCard (or iPASS) covers MRT, buses, local trains and many convenience-store purchases; buy one at the airport or a station.
- Taiwan ↗When a local government declares a typhoon day, transport and sights can close for the day; follow the official notice, not the forecast alone.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Bali District110 ▾
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Bali District, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Night markets, breakfast shops and many small restaurants take cash only; carry NT$1,000–2,000 (≈ US$35–70) in small notes.Taiwan-wide
- SIM or eSIMChunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile and FarEasTone sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at TPE and KHH arrivals…Taiwan-wide
- Tap waterTreated at source, but locals boil or filter it.Taiwan-wide
- TippingRestaurants: No tip; a 10% service charge appears in many sit-down places and hotels.Taiwan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 110 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Taiwan-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for traffic on bike paths and occasional weekend ferry queues; keep an eye on personal belongings in crowded markets.
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- RestroomsFree, clean toilets in every MRT station, convenience stores and department stores; paper goes in the toilet in most new buildings — follow the sign.Taiwan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 0800-011-765 Tourism helpline (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Monday (the National Palace Museum opens daily).Taiwan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTPE Taoyuan International Airport (MRT Airport line to Taipei, then MRT to Guandu for bus R13/R22).
- Getting aroundBus R13/R22 from Guandu MRT (20‑30 min); ferry from Tamsui (few minutes, weekend wait up to 1 h); bicycle rentals near the pier (cheap…
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TPE Taoyuan International Airport (MRT Airport line to Taipei, then MRT to Guandu for bus R13/R22)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Feb
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Mar
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Apr
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
May
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Dec
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Oct–Apr. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jul (9 rain days), driest May (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Bali District: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
8 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Apr
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
4 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
9 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
7 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Nov
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Bus R13/R22 from Guandu MRT (20‑30 min); ferry from Tamsui (few minutes, weekend wait up to 1 h); bicycle rentals near the pier (cheap, best for <3 km attractions).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Tamsui
goDoor to door: About 30 min
MRT Red Line to Tamsui, then local bus or walk along the river
Historic riverside town with night market and old street.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
New Taipei (Guandu/Keelung) area
No hotels directly in Bali; stay in nearby districts and use MRT/bus to reach Bali.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- NT$800–1,200 (≈ US$30–40) excl. bed
- Mid
- NT$1,200–2,000 (≈ US$40–70) excl. bed
- High
- NT$2,000 (≈ US$70)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Ferry ticket (non‑Taiwan citizen, one‑way)Check schedule; higher at pier. | NT$3,000 (≈ US$100) |
| Bike rental (hour)check | NT$100–150 (≈ US$4–5) |
| Spa entry (Tang Spa)Weekday price NT$500 | NT$600 (≈ US$20) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Weekend ferry queues can be up to an hour; check schedule before arriving.
- Formosa Fun Coast water park remains closed after 2015 fire; do not plan rides.
- Many food stalls close on weekdays; most activity is on weekends.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline
- 0800-011-765
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請到這個地址To this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Embassy
US consulate in Taipei; other embassies in Taipei.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus R13/R22 Guandu → Bali: about NT$30 (≈ under US$1), 20–30 min
- Ferry Tamsui → Bali (non‑citizen): about NT$3,000 (≈ US$100) one‑way (check)
Say or show
- 不好意思 — Excuse me / Sorry (bù hǎo yìsi)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xièxiè)
- 多少錢? — How much is it? (duōshǎo qián?)
- 洗手間在哪裡? — Where is the bathroom? (xǐshǒujiān zài nǎlǐ?)
- 可以刷卡嗎? — Can I pay by card? (kěyǐ shuākǎ ma?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Bali District. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Apr · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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