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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Taipei: National Palace Museum and Taiwan Aborigines Museum
Depth Taipei: National Palace Museum, Beitou, Dadaocheng Day Tour
Top hotels in Shimen District
Regent Taipei
Room was excellent spacious comfortable nightlights and every detail was perfect
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Friendly and courteous staff who assisted me in having an enjoyable stay. Clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Great location and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Palais de Chine Hotel
Best breakfast in Taipei. Staff and room was very satisfied. Location is very convenient to other places
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Staffs very helpful.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
The Grand Hotel
Food was really nice but a bit pricey, but that was expected. The room was the best room I have ever stayed at and the view was amazing
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shimen District
Sanzhi
Travellers like the parks in Sanzhi, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
Tamsui
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.
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.
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
