Shimen District

New Taipei City
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Popular places to visit

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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
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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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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
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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
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Shifen Waterfall

Escape the city to see this “Little Niagara, ” a tiered waterfall in the Keelung River. It’s the widest in Taiwan and a wonderful sight.

Shifen Waterfall
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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

Things to do

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Taiwan Multi-Day Classic Tour

HK$20,322
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taiwan Multi-Day Classic Tour
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Yamingshan Volcano, Beitou Thermal Valley, Danshui Private Tour

HK$1,548
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Yamingshan Volcano, Beitou Thermal Valley, Danshui Private Tour
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N102 Yangmingshan Beitou Freshwater Day Tour (10h)

HK$1,764
Per adult
N102 Yangmingshan Beitou Freshwater Day Tour (10h)
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N114 Palace Museum Yangmingshan National Park Tamsui Old Street Taipei Day Tour (10h)

HK$1,764
Per adult
N114 Palace Museum Yangmingshan National Park Tamsui Old Street Taipei Day Tour (10h)
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Northern Taiwan and Taipei Countryside Full-Day Private Tour

HK$625
Per adult
Northern Taiwan and Taipei Countryside Full-Day Private Tour
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Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen and Yehliu of Taipei

HK$266
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen and Yehliu of Taipei
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Top hotels in Shimen District

Green World Hotel Zhonghua
Green World Hotel Zhonghua
3.5 out of 5
13F., No.41, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei
The price is HK$414 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
HK$414
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The front desk staff was exceptional: polite, helpful, and very accommodating. We arrived at 6:30am flying all night from Los Angeles and didn't get good sleep on the plane. We asked if we could pay extra to check in early, even though there was no room available at that time, they tried and moved ..."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Green World Hotel Zhonghua
The Grand Hotel
The Grand Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1 Zhongshan N Road Sec 4, Zhongshang District, Taipei
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"The property is really beautiful. It is palace-like full of Chinese culture, the architecture, the colors, the lanterns, the art and designs. It is really the best Chinese style hotel in the world! The service was great. The staff was polite and helpful. It is close to major attractions. The hotel ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

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The Grand Hotel
Caesar Metro Taipei
Caesar Metro Taipei
4 out of 5
No.167, Bangka Blvd., Wanhua Dist., Taipei
The price is HK$1,003 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
HK$1,003
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,193 reviews)
"Great stay. Close to subway/metro station and next attached to a train station. Walking distance to a nice night market"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

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MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
4 out of 5
No. 30, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Daan, Taipei, TPE
The price is HK$1,050 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
HK$1,050
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,167 reviews)
"Idea location and next to MRT. Close proximity to Taipei Station. Good breakfast selection"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Grand Hyatt Taipei
5 out of 5
2 SongShou Road, Taipei
The price is HK$1,548 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
HK$1,548
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"the hot pot is not work well which it old."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Grand Hyatt Taipei
Caesar Park Hotel Taipei
Caesar Park Hotel Taipei
4 out of 5
38 Chung Hsiao West Road Section 1, Zhongzheng, Taipei
The price is HK$698 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
HK$698
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,168 reviews)
"Spartan hotel good for a night or two but would not recommend for a long stay. Directly across the street from Taipei Main Station. Lots of shops/quick food walkable."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Caesar Park Hotel Taipei
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimen District

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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
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Wanli

You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Wanli. You might want to make time for a stop at Yangmingshan National Park or Yehliu Geopark.

Wanli
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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
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Bali

You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and hot springs in Bali. You might want to make time for a stop at Shihsanheng Museum of Archaeology or Mount Guanyin.

Bali
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Luzhou

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers choose Luzhou for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sanmin Senior High School Station or Luzhou Station and check out top sights like Luzhou Gong Society Concert Hall.

Luzhou
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Xizhi District

Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Xizhi District

Shimen District