Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
New Taiwan Dollar
1EUR = 36.57TWD
Official languages
Chinese (TW)
Best time to visit
OCT - DEC
Cooler temperatures make city exploration comfortable.
Recommended trip duration
1 days
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Keelung at a glance
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What to do in Keelung throughout the year
Keelung is a compact destination for Museums, Parks & gardens and Cruises, with Tours and Water activities also showing steady bookings on Klook. The city’s rhythm is seasonal: Klook booking data show September as the busiest month, while January is the quietest. Museums and parks suit easy half-day visits across quieter months, while Cruises and Water activities cluster in the busier summer and early autumn period. If you want lively harbour atmosphere and the most activity, aim for the peak months; for relaxed museum visits and quieter parks, pick the off-peak months. Decide whether you want peak-season buzz or quieter sightseeing.
Based on Klook booking data.
Best months to visit Keelung
Klook booking data put demand peaks in September, with very low demand in January. Prices drift through the year with median paid prices typically around AUD 10, rising to AUD 12 in December and January and dropping to AUD 7 in February, May and June. Demand and prices partly diverge: September is busiest while prices remain around the typical level, whereas December is one of the priciest months despite only moderate demand. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider February, May or June; for the peak-season atmosphere pick September.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Very quiet | AUD 12 |
| February | Very quiet | AUD 7 |
| March | Quieter than usual | AUD 12 |
| April | Quieter than usual | AUD 12 |
| May | Busier than usual | AUD 7 |
| June | Busier than usual | AUD 7 |
| July | Peak demand | AUD 10 |
| August | Busier than usual | AUD 10 |
| September | Peak demand | AUD 10 |
| October | Busier than usual | AUD 10 |
| November | About average | AUD 10 |
| December | Very quiet | AUD 12 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Where to stay: price comparisons by district
Klook booking data show a clear split in typical nightly rates across districts. The most affordable district is Xinyi, typically around AUD 76 per night, while the priciest is Zhongzheng, typically around AUD 151 per night — roughly 50% higher than Xinyi. Cheaper districts tend to suit travellers prioritising budget and straightforward sightseeing; pricier districts suit those who prefer more premium hotel amenities and higher-end options. Mid-range choices such as Ren'ai and Anle sit between these extremes and can suit travellers balancing comfort and value.
Tips for travellers from Australia
Most travellers book quite close to arrival: Klook aggregate data show bookings are typically made only a few days ahead, with earliest planners also booking very near travel dates. That means you can often stay flexible, but in the peak month of September it pays to book earlier to secure activities and cruises. Use Klook to lock in museum tickets, cruises or popular tours as your dates firm up; the platform’s past bookings suggest good availability close in but stronger demand in peak months. Based on Klook booking data.
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- 11 Keelung Heping Island Half-Day Guided Historical Walking Tour
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