Shimen District
New Taipei City
Visit Shimen 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Depth Taipei: National Palace Museum, Beitou, Dadaocheng Day Tour
9 Hour Tamsui Historic Site and Beitou Hot Spring Culture Tour
One-Day Historical and Heritage Tour in Taipei
Beitou and Yangmingshan National Park Day Tour from Taipei
Top hotels in Shimen District
The Grand Hotel
Hotel itself is a historic building, worthy to stay for the nights.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Beautiful onsen on top floor. Right next to the subway.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Buffet was great! Staff was helpful and our room was very nice
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
Room had excellent view and very clean. Staff was very friendly and arranged professional driver from airport for our late night arrival. I would stay here again!
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
ILLUME TAIPEI
If you are going to Taipei Dome or Arena I definitely recommend this hotel! A grand and magnificent building, even though it's a little aged but still gives you a lot comfy. I arrived very early after a long-haul intercontinental flight on a morning and they generously provided me a room to for early ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
The free drinks and snacks provided everyday from 6-8 pm were excellent.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shimen District
Sanzhi
Travellers like the parks in Sanzhi, and Yangmingshan National Park 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 Fagu Mountain World Buddhist Education Park and Jinbaoli Old Street.
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.
Tamsui
Tamsui is well liked for its riverfront and seafood restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Tamsui Old Street and Tamsui Customs Wharf are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Tamsui Station or Danjin Beixin Station to get around.
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.
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Wuchih Mountain Military Cemetery is a top attraction you might want to visit.
