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.
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.
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.
Pingxi Old Street
During your trip to New Taipei City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pingxi Old Street. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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
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
Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket
Top hotels in Xizhi District
The Grand Hotel
Very clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
The room is really clean and it is super convenient.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Great location; near subway/train #5.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
The spa was amazing, very clean and relaxing, but I wish it stayed open till midnight and not 10:30. We traveled with a toddler and only made it to the spa twice during our whole stay after she went to sleep. Beautiful lobby, welcoming staff, nice pastries in the coffee shop downstairs. The gym was ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
Our stay at Miramar Garden Taipei was exceptional. This was our first visit to Taiwan and we stayed from February 28 through March 3 while traveling as a couple on vacation. The hotel exceeded our expectations in every way. The room was one of the highlights. It was very spacious, especially for ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
Staff was extremely helpful, very understanding of everything had great suggestions of stuff to eat or do. They held my baggage for me until my flight and was a breeze to get in and out. Very close to the metro station. My only gripe is that the sound proofing could be a bit better, you can sometimes ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 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 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.
Shiding District
While visiting Shiding District, you might make a stop by sights like Lengshuikeng and Laizhongkeng Shan.
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.
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.
