Taishan Travel Guide
New Taipei City
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
7hrs - Meteor Garden Sightseeing Tour in Taipei
Top hotels in Taishan
The Grand Hotel
This is one of the best hotel that I have ever been. Excellent restaurants, shops, live music, larger room and clean and excellent condition. Friendly staff and wonderful services. I highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Very convenient location. The room is less spacious than other hotels I stayed before in Taipei.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Great hotel
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Palais de Chine Hotel
Staff are friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Park Taipei Hotel
Room is lean and quiet. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Many good local restaurants and fast food chains close to the hotel.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Eastin Taipei Hotel
The room is so clean, staffs were friendly and courteous, only down side is room is at different level from the reception...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Taishan
Wugu District
Travellers like the parks in Wugu District, and Luzhou Breeze Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Shulin
While visiting Shulin, you might make a stop by sights like Chengfu Shan and Tamsui River.
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.
Linkou
Well liked for its restaurants and shopping, Linkou is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou and Global Mall Linkou A9, and jump on the metro at Linkou Station to get around the city.
Tucheng
Get to know Tucheng and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Tucheng Tung Blossom Trail, Tung Blossom Park and Zhanlongshan Ruins Cultural Park, and you can jump on the metro at Tucheng Station or Yongning Station to get around the city.
Yingge District
Travellers like the museums in Yingge District, and Yingge Ceramics Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
