Visit Xizhi 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.
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 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.
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
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen, and Golden Waterfall Day Tour
Northeast Coast Instagram Photo Tour in Keelung & New Taipei
Private Day Trip to Jiufen, Shifen and Yehliu Park
One-day private chartered car tour in Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen, Pingxi, North Coast popular attractions with chartered car, professional Chinese/English driver
Top hotels in Xizhi District
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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 Yangmingshan National Park or Yehliu Geopark.
Jinshan
Jinshan is noteworthy for its hot springs, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Yangmingshan National 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.
Yonghe
Well liked for its museums and coffee shops, Yonghe is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Lehua Night Market and Fu Ho Bridge, and jump on the metro at Dingxi Station to get around the city.
Ruifang
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Ruifang. You might want to make time for a stop at Jiufen Old Street or Jinguashi Geopark.
Sanchong
Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Sanhe Night Market and Taipei Bridge are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.
- Wuchih Mountain Military Cemetery
- Baiyun Park
- Taipei 101
- Shilin Night Market
- Jiufen Old Street
- Yangmingshan National Park
- Ningxia Night Market
- Taipei Zoo
- Yehliu Geopark
- Fulong Beach
- Lungshan Temple
- National Palace Museum
- Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
- National Taiwan University
- Grand Hotel
- Huashan 1914 Creative Park
- Jiaosi Hot Springs
- Keelung Night Market
- Daan Forest Park
- Beitou Hot Springs Park