Things to do in New Taipei City

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Things to do

7-Hour Jiufen Night View, Shifen Waterfall & Raohe Market Tour

7-Hour Jiufen Night View, Shifen Waterfall & Raohe Market Tour

RM150
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
7-Hour Jiufen Night View, Shifen Waterfall & Raohe Market Tour
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)

RM179
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei

Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei

RM357
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Jiufen Old Street

7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town

RM173
per adult
7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

RM346
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour

Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour

RM346
per adult
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei

Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei

RM157
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
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Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 157 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 180 per adult
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Private Yangmingshan Volcano Tour

Private Yangmingshan Volcano Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 41 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 389 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Thousand Island Lake & Pinglin Tea Plantation Afternoon Tour from Taipei

Thousand Island Lake & Pinglin Tea Plantation Afternoon Tour from Taipei

Activity duration is 5 hours
8.4 out of 10 with 31 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 213 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Wear Hanfu and play guzheng

Wear Hanfu and play guzheng

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 203 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture & Maokong Day Tour with Gondola Ride

From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture & Maokong Day Tour with Gondola Ride

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 348 per adult
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What to do in New Taipei City

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Jiufen Old Street

8.4/10 (5,492 reviews)
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.
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Banqiao

Banqiao is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fuzhong Station or Banxin Station to explore sights like Nanya Night Market.

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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.

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Sanchong

Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taipei Bridge and New Taipei Metropolitan Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.

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Xinzhuang

The riverfront and spas are just a few things visitors like about Xinzhuang. Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium and New Taipei Metropolitan Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Danfeng Station or Huilong Station to get around the larger area.

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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.

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Taipei

A crowded street market with yellow lanterns, food stalls, and umbrellas.

Keelung

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Jiaoxi

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Toucheng

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Taoyuan City

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Zhongzheng

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Fulong

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Yuanshan

Frequently asked questions

Is New Taipei City worth visiting?
Known for its hiking and festivals, finding fun things to do in New Taipei City is easy. Be sure to add TaipeiEYE to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in New Taipei City?
Dadaocheng Wharf and Taipei Children's Amusement Park are two good places to start your sightseeing adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in New Taipei City while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in New Taipei City?
The top tourist attraction in New Taipei City is TaipeiEYE, so make sure to include it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in New Taipei City?
You can easily tick off leading sights like TaipeiEYE, Luzhou Gong Society Concert Hall and Lin An Tai Historical House with a three-day trip to New Taipei City. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Taipei.
Is New Taipei City a walkable city?
It depends on what you'd like to see and do in New Taipei City. Several top sights, like Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium and Xinzhuang Civil Sports Centre, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of New Taipei City's neighbourhoods, Wanhua is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Banqiao is 0.32 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in New Taipei City with kids?
If you're searching for activities and sights for all of your group, check out these fantastic ideas for what to do in New Taipei City with kids.

What to do in New Taipei City for adults?
Zhongxiao Road and Yongkang Street are just two of the things to do in New Taipei City. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in New Taipei City?
One of the best ways to find free things to do in New Taipei City is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Luzhou Gong Society Concert Hall is one spot that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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