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.
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.
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 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)
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Shifen, Jiufen, Heping Island Park & Raohe Night Market Day Tour
Top hotels in Shenkeng
Park Taipei Hotel
Everything was so clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
A great place to stay .
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Helpful and friendly staff.clean room,
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Caesar Metro Taipei
Clean and nice hotel. Location is not too bad. But area is not as fancy as XMD area.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
The Grand Hotel
Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful 50 meter pool.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Caesar Park Hotel Taipei
It’s fine
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
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 Wuchih Mountain Military Cemetery is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Zhonghe
Zhonghe is well liked for its mountain views and breweries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Hongludi Nanshan Fude Temple and Global Mall are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qiaohe Station or Zhonghe Station to get around.
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Sanchong
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.
