Xizhi District Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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 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.
Things to do
Miniatures Museum of Taiwan Admission Ticket
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Top hotels in Xizhi District
The Grand Hotel
Nice people, good service.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
The staff were amazing from start to finish and the hotel has everything you need and more. Great location and amazing amenities
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Our second time staying here. Hotel is nice and clean, location is convenient, just right by the subway station. Most importantly staff are super friendly and helpful. We really appreciate the excellent service, especially from their front desk team. My uncle didn’t feel well during the day and had ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
citizenM Taipei North Gate
The room was spotless and the service people were super friendly. I wish the room provides electric hot water machine so the customrers can make hot tea or coffee in the room/
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Regent Taipei
The room was spacious, the bed was so comfortable, the room and hotel were spotless. The staff was wonderful and so helpful. We had a club room on the 19th floor and the lounge staff and experience for breakfast, afternoon tea and cocktails in the evening truly made our stay very comfortable. The ...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
clean room, good service
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Xizhi District
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.
Shenkeng
Shenkeng is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shenkeng Old Street and Yong'anju.
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street 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 Jinbaoli Old Street and Yangmingshan National Park.
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.
Ruifang
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Ruifang. You might want to make time for a stop at Jinguashi Geopark or Jiufen Old Street.
Xizhi District Travel Guide
- Taipei 101
- Shilin Night Market
- Jiufen Old Street
- Ningxia Night Market
- Taipei Zoo
- Jiaosi Hot Springs
- National Taiwan University
- Lungshan Temple
- National Palace Museum
- Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
- Yehliu Geopark
- Wulai Old Street
- Beitou Hot Springs Park
- Daan Forest Park
- Keelung Night Market
- Taipei 101 Mall
- MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou
