Shimen District Travel Guide
New Taipei City
Visit Shimen District
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.
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.
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.
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
Taiwan National Palace Museum Northern Branch Ticket
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Full-day Tour in Yangmingshan & Beitou from Taipei
Taipei: National Palace Museum and Taiwan Aborigines Museum
Yehliu, Golden Waterfall, Jiufen, Shifen Day Tour
Top hotels in Shimen District
Park Taipei Hotel
Everything was so clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
A great place to stay .
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Helpful and friendly staff.clean room,
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Caesar Metro Taipei
Staff were friendly and helpful. Hotel is at a good location but is slightly dated.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
The Grand Hotel
Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful 50 meter pool.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Caesar Park Hotel Taipei
It’s fine
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shimen District
Jinshan
Jinshan is noteworthy for its hot springs, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fagu Mountain World Buddhist Education Park and Jinbaoli Old Street.
Wanli
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Wanli. You might want to make time for a stop at Yehliu Geopark or Yangmingshan National Park.
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 Fisherman's Wharf are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Tamsui Station or Danjin Beixin Station to get around.
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.
Luzhou
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 Breeze Park.
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Wuchih Mountain Military Cemetery is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Shimen District Travel Guide
- Taipei 101
- Shilin Night Market
- Jiufen Old Street
- Ningxia Night Market
- Taipei Zoo
- Lungshan Temple
- Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
- National Taiwan University
- Yehliu Geopark
- National Palace Museum
- Keelung Night Market
- Huashan 1914 Creative Park
- Daan Forest Park
- Taipei 101 Mall
- Beitou Hot Springs Park
- National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall
- Taipei International Convention Center
- MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou
