Linkou Travel Guide
New Taipei City
Popular places to visit
Yehliu Geopark
Leave the city streets behind to admire the unique rock formations and lighthouse in this rugged coastal area of northeastern Taipei.
Jiufen Old Street
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tamsui Old Street
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.
Things to do
7-Hour Jiufen Night View, Shifen Waterfall & Raohe Market Tour
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Miniatures Museum of Taiwan Admission Ticket
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Top hotels in Linkou
The Grand Hotel
"The Grand Hotel is the real deal. The history hits you the moment you walk in, the bones are beautiful, and the location delivers what it promises. If you want a property with genuine character and a real sense of place, this is it. That said, we had to cut our stay short. There was active construction ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
"All the staffs are very friendly"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
"Good location and free coffee"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Regent Taipei
"Nice rooms, albeit very dusty. Helpful and attentive staff. Problem is noise from other guests slamming doors and making a noise during hours of sleep; non-stop rudeness. Sadly I would not stay again."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
"Great location, clean and friendly staff. Would stay here again"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Caesar Metro Taipei
"Clean house. Staff was friendly"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Linkou
Banqiao
Banqiao is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fuzhong Station or Banxin Station to explore sights like New Taipei City People's Square.
Tamsui
Tamsui is well liked for its riverfront and seafood restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Tamsui Old Street and Tamsui Customs Wharf are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Tamsui Station or Danjin Beixin Station to get around.
Sanchong
Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taipei Bridge and Xingfushuiyang Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.
Xinzhuang
The riverfront and spas are just a few things visitors like about Xinzhuang. Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium and Xinzhuang Street Night Market are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Danfeng Station or Huilong Station to get around the larger area.
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.
