Popular places to visit
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.
Yehliu Geopark
Leave the city streets behind to admire the unique rock formations and lighthouse in this rugged coastal area of northeastern Taipei.
Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf
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.
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 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.
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
Pingxi and Jiufen Day Trip from Taipei with Sky Lantern Experience
Northern Taiwan and Taipei Countryside Full-Day Private Tour
N103 Yehliu Jinshan Sanzhi Freshwater Day Tour (10h)
Top hotels in Shenkeng
![Green World Hotel Zhonghua](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13070000/13069600/13069594/af29aa2e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024
![Caesar Metro Taipei](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18370000/18366600/18366520/5b51bfc8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
![The Grand Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/47200/47194/01401c78_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
![Grand Hyatt Taipei](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21100/21035/fce4eeec_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024
![MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52430000/52424000/52423934/78494912_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
![Regent Taipei](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25200/25187/78ca2661_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Shenkeng
![Maokong Gondola which includes a skyscraper, mountains and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/56000/56739-Maokong-Gondola.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
Yonghe
Well liked for its museums and coffee shops, Yonghe is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Fu Ho Bridge and Lehua Night Market, and jump on the metro at Dingxi Station to get around the city.
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Zhonghe
Zhonghe is well liked for its mountain views and breweries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Hongludi Nanshan Fude Temple and Zhong He Shengli Market are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qiaohe Station or Zhonghe Station to get around.
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Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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Sanchong
Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Sanhe Night Market and Taipei Bridge are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.
- Taipei 101
- Shilin Night Market
- Jiufen Old Street
- Ningxia Night Market
- Taipei Zoo
- National Palace Museum
- Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
- National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall
- National Taiwan University
- Lungshan Temple
- Jiaosi Hot Springs
- Yehliu Geopark
- Huashan 1914 Creative Park
- Daan Forest Park
- Keelung Night Market
- Taoyuan Night Market
- Beitou Hot Springs Park
- Shifen Waterfall