Xizhi District Travel Guide
New Taipei City
Visit Xizhi 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
Miniatures Museum of Taiwan Admission Ticket
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Top hotels in Xizhi District
Forte Hotel Xizhi
big room and clean, staffs very nice.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Regent Taipei
Good service
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
We spent four nights at the Shangri-La and really enjoyed it. The hotel is centrally located just a few minutes' walk from an MRT station and one of Taipei's better night markets. Our suite was huge and immaculately clean, and the breakfast buffet was excellent. The gym was extremely well-equipped. ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
The staff are friendly and helpful, the room is super clean.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Staffs very helpful.
Reviewed on 17 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
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 Yangmingshan National Park or Yehliu Geopark.
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 Yangmingshan National Park and Fagu Mountain World Buddhist Education 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.
