Linkou Travel Guide
New Taipei City
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
12hrs - Chiayi Meteor Garden Classic Tour From Taipei
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
9 Hour Tamsui Historic Site and Beitou Hot Spring Culture Tour
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Top hotels in Linkou
The Grand Hotel
Very clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
The room is really clean and it is super convenient.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Everything grea
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Great location; near subway/train #5.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Taoyuan International Airport
Near the airport, free shuttle bus.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
Very friendly staff. Spacious room and convenient transportation
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Linkou
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.
Taishan
When in Taishan and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium or Global Mall Taoyuan A8 and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Taishan Guihe Station or Taishan Station.
Wugu District
Travellers like the parks in Wugu District, and New Taipei Metropolitan Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Fisherman's Wharf are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Tamsui Station or Danjin Beixin Station to get around.
Shulin
While visiting Shulin, you might make a stop by sights like Shulin Arts Center and Chengfu Shan.
Yingge District
Travellers like the museums in Yingge District, and Yingge Ceramics Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
