Things to do in New Taipei City

Activities, attractions and tours

Elephant Mountain featuring night scenes, landscape views and a city
Elephant Mountain featuring night scenes, landscape views and a city
Xinyi showing night scenes, a city and a high rise building
Taipei 101 which includes a square or plaza, night scenes and a city
Tamsui featuring outdoor eating as well as a small group of people
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What to do in New Taipei City

Popular places to visit

Jiufen Old Street

Jiufen Old Street

4.5/5(89 reviews)

Visiting this “Dark Street” in a former gold mining town on a mountain is like stepping back in time and … into the movie set of the anime movie Spirited Away.

Jiufen Old Street
Yehliu Geopark

Yehliu Geopark

Leave the city streets behind to admire the unique rock formations and lighthouse in this rugged coastal area of northeastern Taipei.

Yehliu Geopark
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Wulai Old Street

During your visit to New Taipei City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Wulai Old Street. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Wulai Old Street
Shifen Old Street

Shifen Old Street

During your trip to Shifen, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Shifen Old Street. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Shifen Old Street
Fulong beach, Taiwan.It's a secret path to summer beach!

Fulong Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Fulong Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Fulong. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.

Fulong Beach
Sanxia Old Street

Sanxia Old Street

This beautiful, highly traditional street is every tourist’s dream. Bring your camera, because everywhere you look is something delightful to photograph.

Sanxia Old Street
Pingxi Old Street

Pingxi Old Street

During your trip to New Taipei City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pingxi Old Street. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Pingxi Old Street
Tamsui Old Street

Tamsui Old Street

4/5(1 review)

During your visit to New Taipei City, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Tamsui Old Street. Take in the fascinating museums and hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Tamsui Old Street
Tamsui Fisherman\'s Wharf

Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf

4.5/5(30 reviews)

Watch the sunset, have dinner with harbor views and stroll over the Lover’s Bridge by night in this scenic spot in Taipei’s Tamsui district.

Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf

Areas of New Taipei City

Tamsui showing a sunset, a coastal town and general coastal views

Tamsui

4/5(3 area reviews)

Tamsui is well liked for its riverfront and seafood restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Yangmingshan National Park and Tamsui Old Street are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Tamsui Station or Danjin Beixin Station to get around.

Tamsui
Elephant Mountain featuring night scenes, landscape views and a city

Wulai

5/5(1 area review)

Hot springs, river views and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Wulai. Check out Wulai Waterfalls or Yunxian Park while you're exploring the area.

Wulai
獅頭山公園 Shitoushan Park

Jinshan

Jinshan is noteworthy for its hot springs, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yangmingshan National Park and Fagu Mountain World Buddhist Education Park.

Jinshan
The Lunar New Year`s Day when the crowds are still lively at Zhulinshan Temple in Linkou, New Taipei City, Taiwan

Linkou

Well liked for its restaurants and shopping, Linkou is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou and Global Mall Linkou A9, and jump on the metro at Linkou Station to get around the city.

Linkou
Ruifang showing rugged coastline, general coastal views and waves

Ruifang

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Ruifang. You might want to make time for a stop at Jinguashi Geopark or Jiufen Old Street.

Ruifang
Maokong Gondola featuring a skyscraper, a city and mountains

Xindian

Xindian is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Qizhang Station or Dapinglin Station to explore sights like Bitan Scenic Area.

Xindian
Elephant Mountain featuring night scenes, landscape views and a city

Taipei

Keelung featuring markets and a city

Keelung

Aerial view of the high-rise buildings and hotels at blue dusk in Downtown Jiaoxi, which is a famous hot spring resort and tourist destination in Yilan County, Taiwan, on a cloudy moody evening

Jiaoxi

Aerial view of the landscape of Toucheng Township area

Toucheng

Taoyuan County which includes a city

Taoyuan City

Keelung City Centre showing street scenes, a city and signage

Keelung City Centre

Zhongzheng Park which includes a garden

Zhongzheng

Jiufen which includes night scenes, a small town or village and street scenes

Jiufen

Frequently asked questions

Is New Taipei City worth visiting?
Known for its hiking and festivals, finding fun things to do in New Taipei City is easy. Be sure to add TaipeiEYE to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in New Taipei City?
Dadaocheng Wharf and Taipei Children's Amusement Park are two good places to start your sightseeing adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in New Taipei City while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in New Taipei City?
The top tourist attraction in New Taipei City is TaipeiEYE, so make sure to include it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in New Taipei City?
You can easily tick off leading sights like TaipeiEYE, Luzhou Gong Society Concert Hall and Lin An Tai Historical House with a three-day trip to New Taipei City. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Taipei.
Is New Taipei City a walkable city?
It depends on what you'd like to see and do in New Taipei City. Several top sights, like Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium and Xinzhuang Civil Sports Centre, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of New Taipei City's neighbourhoods, Wanhua is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Banqiao is 0.32 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in New Taipei City with kids?
If you're searching for activities and sights for all of your group, check out these fantastic ideas for what to do in New Taipei City with kids.

What to do in New Taipei City for adults?
Zhongxiao Road and Yongkang Street are just two of the things to do in New Taipei City. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in New Taipei City?
One of the best ways to find free things to do in New Taipei City is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Luzhou Gong Society Concert Hall is one spot that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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