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.
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
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
【Incl. Train Experience】Shifen & Houtong Cat Village & Jiufen
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Top hotels in Linkou
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Location is good. Near to MRT station. However, nearby do not have many shops. Just 1 Family Mart that is 10mins walking distance. More like business hotel. Only 1 restaurant called Japoli. Their service stuff can be forgetful. Less helpful . No proper introduction even when mentioned first time ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Grand Hotel
The experience was great. A mix of
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
Need to improve the variety of the breakfast. Sausage was bad.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
ILLUME TAIPEI
Good location and clean spacious room
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Caesar Metro Taipei
I had a great stay at Caesar Metro Taipei Hotel. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The breakfast offered a wide variety of choices, which was a nice way to start the day. It is a little pricey, but they do provide a discount for hotel guests, which helps. The staff were very friendly, ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
Clean, comfortable room. Lovely bathroom. Quiet, despite being very conveniently located next to main roads. Friendly, helpful staff. Will stay again!
Reviewed on 5 May 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 Honhui Plaza 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 Customs 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.
