Houtong Cat Village
New Taipei City
Visit Houtong Cat Village
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
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Depth Taipei: National Palace Museum, Beitou, Dadaocheng Day Tour
Top hotels in Houtong Cat Village
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
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Everything ok.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
这次来台湾在福华住了两次，每次都让我感到非常舒心，酒店房间很大，每个工作人员都很有礼貌，要说唯一一点就是房间里的设施比较老旧，但还是让我感到非常开心
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Eastin Taipei Hotel
Friendly staff, clean room, great location.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Excellent location with Subway station within 2 Minutes walking distance, 2 stops to Taipei High Speed Train station, great facility and friendly staff, happy with value for money for this hotel
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Park Taipei Hotel
All well
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Houtong Cat Village
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.
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Gongliao
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Gongliao. You might want to make time for a stop at Fulong Beach or Ao-ti Fishing Port.
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
