Shimen District Travel Guide
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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.

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.
Things to do

9 Hour Tamsui Historic Site and Beitou Hot Spring Culture Tour

Yehliu, Golden Waterfall, Jiufen, Shifen Day Tour

Full-day Tour in Yangmingshan & Beitou from Taipei (Small Group)

One-Day Historical and Heritage Tour in Taipei

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

Depth Taipei: National Palace Museum, Beitou, Dadaocheng Day Tour
Top hotels in Shimen District

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
This is an excellent hotel in all respects, and breakfast was very fine in variety, quality and quantity.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

ILLUME TAIPEI
The rooms are clean but the facilities were a little worn.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Caesar Metro Taipei
I had to switch rooms my first night because there was a large urine stain on the mattress of my bed that I could see through the sheets
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Regent Taipei
Lovely nice place clean all accomadations all I can ask for
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Miramar Garden Taipei
Plentiful choices for breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 9 May 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 Jinbaoli Old Street and Yangmingshan National Park.

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 Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.





