Hengke 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Top hotels in Hengke
The Grand Hotel
It’s a great place to stay!
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Close to train station. Have quite decent Taiwanese food nearby. Very friendly staff. Got a nice little public bath on top floor to relax.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Room has an amazing view of Taipei 101.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
The room cleaning staff was very efficient and nice.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Room is clean and spacious
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Palais de Chine Hotel
Staffs are really nice
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hengke
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Shenkeng
Shenkeng is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shenkeng Old Street and Yong'anju.
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.
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Fagu Mountain World Buddhist Education Park.
