Shulin 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.
Sanxia Old Street
This beautiful, highly traditional street is every tourist’s dream. Bring your camera, because everywhere you look is something delightful to photograph.
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)
【Incl. Train Experience】Shifen & Houtong Cat Village & Jiufen
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Top hotels in Shulin
The Grand Hotel
"Nice hotel with shuttle bus to train station."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
"The staff and service was excellent and the room was very functional. The Japanese style breakfast was delicious and the Japanese baths made you feel like you were back in Japan. It just would have been nice to know in advance that there was extensive construction around the building and in the ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
"Four day no vacuuming"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Regent Taipei
"Great hotel."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
"Overall this hotel is great, its very well located, easy access to subway, shops, etc and very centrally located so its easy to get anywhere in Taipei. My room had a great view of the 101 which is always great when visiting Taipei because its so iconic and really reminds you where you are. The rooms ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
"Very busy and hard to get to location Nice staffing but consider the accessibility of the hotel when staying here"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Shulin
Banqiao
Banqiao is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fuzhong Station or Banxin Station to explore sights like New Taipei City People's Square.
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.
Sanchong
Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taipei Bridge and Xingfushuiyang Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.
Linkou
Well liked for its restaurants and shopping, Linkou is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou and Global Mall Linkou A9, and jump on the metro at Linkou Station to get around the city.
Xinzhuang
The riverfront and spas are just a few things visitors like about Xinzhuang. Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium and Xinzhuang Street Night Market are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Danfeng Station or Huilong Station to get around the larger area.
