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
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Top hotels in Shenkeng
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
The front desk and lobby staff were very friendly, professional and helpful although Mandarin is not my first language. They were always on hand to provide assistance readily and answer my inquiries. The rooms were also very well-cleaned and the cleaning staff also greet guests with a cheerful disposition. ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Grand Hotel
Clean room, nice staff.
Reviewed on 3 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
Don’t get to experience the bar/lounge as it was closed on the nights I stayed
Reviewed on 30 Apr 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
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Poor communication, but they do try but they need to be more professional attitude towards to the customer. A couple days okay to stay. But better not asking specific question or request. And do not feel bad if they don’t reply or cut off, they just don’t understand what you saying Interesting, after ...
Reviewed on 2 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 Wuchih Mountain Military Cemetery 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.
