Shenkeng Travel Guide

New Taipei City

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Photo "Shenkeng" by lienyuan lee (CC BY) / Cropped from original
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Popular places to visit

Jiufen Old Street

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.

Jiufen Old Street
Yehliu Geopark

Yehliu Geopark

Leave the city streets behind to admire the unique rock formations and lighthouse in this rugged coastal area of northeastern Taipei.

Yehliu Geopark
Fulong Beach

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.

Fulong Beach
Shifen Old Street

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.

Shifen Old Street
Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf

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.

Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf
Tamsui Old Street

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.

Tamsui Old Street

Things to do

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen and Yehliu of Taipei

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

Rp718.080
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

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

Rp1.387.200
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Taipei: Jiufen Pingxi Half Day Tour

Taipei: Jiufen Pingxi Half Day Tour

Rp1.178.794
per adult
Taipei: Jiufen Pingxi Half Day Tour
Thousand Island Lake & Pinglin Tea Plantation Afternoon Tour from Taipei

Thousand Island Lake & Pinglin Tea Plantation Afternoon Tour from Taipei

Rp848.640
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Thousand Island Lake & Pinglin Tea Plantation Afternoon Tour from Taipei
Northern Taiwan

Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen, and Golden Waterfall Day Tour

Rp816.000
per adult
Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen, and Golden Waterfall Day Tour
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour

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

Rp1.387.200
per adult
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
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Top hotels in Shenkeng

The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1 Zhongshan N Road Sec 4, Zhongshang District, Taipei
The price is Rp1.603.791 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp1.603.791
Rp1.852.379 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,528 reviews)
Absolutely Exceptional–A True Five-Star Experience
"We had a superb experience staying at The Grand Hotel in Taipei. Among hotels of similar level, this one stands out for its thoughtful service and attention to detail. The staff were consistently warm and helpful — from the front desk and concierge to the transportation team, restaurant servers, ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

The Grand Hotel
Regent Taipei

Regent Taipei

5 out of 5
No 3, Lane 39, Section 2, ZhongShan North, Road, Taipei
The price is Rp3.375.520 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp3.375.520
Rp3.898.725 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,057 reviews)
"We always love staying at the Regent when we visit Taipei."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Regent Taipei
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

4 out of 5
No. 30, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Daan, Taipei, TPE
The price is Rp2.265.079 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp2.265.079
Rp2.616.166 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,220 reviews)
"The hotel is really on the high end and we enjoyed our stay there. It is convenient as as such travelling by bus or train was excellent. The hotel dining staff are so helpful, they tried their best to accommodate our needs even with their english & our mandarin language difficulty. We will definitely ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
citizenM Taipei North Gate

citizenM Taipei North Gate

4 out of 5
No. 3, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei
The price is Rp1.240.515 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
Rp1.240.515
Rp1.302.541 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"The service was top notch. All the citizens employees spoke English very well. The room was clean with a nice view of the river. Ximending was a 5 min walk. MRT is a 3-4 minute walk either way. I found most of the meals better than the street food. Taipei City under ground Mall is about a 5 minute ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

citizenM Taipei North Gate
Caesar Metro Taipei

Caesar Metro Taipei

4 out of 5
No.167, Bangka Blvd., Wanhua Dist., Taipei
The price is Rp1.199.723 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.199.723
Rp1.385.680 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,790 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with great accessibility, high quality service and facilities. Recommend !"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Caesar Metro Taipei
Green World Hotel Zhonghua

Green World Hotel Zhonghua

3.5 out of 5
13F., No.41, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei
The price is Rp841.437 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
Rp841.437
Rp971.860 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Convenient location, spacious room and comfortable bed. The bathroom needs renovation as water leaks everywhere from the shower and the room really needs to be cleaned properly"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Green World Hotel Zhonghua
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Other neighbourhoods around Shenkeng

Maokong Gondola which includes a skyscraper, mountains and a city

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.

Xindian
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Xizhi District

Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Wuchih Mountain Military Cemetery is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Xizhi District
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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 Museum of World Religions, and jump on the metro at Dingxi Station to get around the city.

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Zhonghe

Zhonghe is well liked for its mountain views and breweries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Global Mall and Yuantong Temple are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qiaohe Station or Zhonghe Station to get around.

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Sanchong

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Sanchong
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Commercial Districts

If you're spending time in Commercial Districts, check out sights like Nanya Night Market or Global Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Zhongyuan Station or Qiaohe Station.

Commercial Districts

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