Shenkeng 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
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
Plaza Premium Lounge at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Top hotels in Shenkeng
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
My parents enjoyed the stay v much - extremely helpful hotel staff, spacious rooms, great lounge facilities and luggage storage area. Will stay in same property again for our next visit!
Reviewed on 9 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
Great area to stay in! Bed and pillows were excellent! Service is awesome! Breakfast buffet is pretty good for the price. Lots of places to eat around the area. I would stay here again!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
Breakfast buffet is low quantity, no heart to cook. A lot of rules by the hotel . Feel be treated like school kids not like customers.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shenkeng
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.
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Tucheng
Get to know Tucheng and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Tucheng Tung Blossom Trail, Tung Blossom Park and Zhanlongshan Ruins Cultural Park, and you can jump on the metro at Tucheng Station or Yongning Station to get around the city.
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.
Wugu District
Travellers like the parks in Wugu District, and Luzhou Breeze Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
