Banqiao Travel Guide
Taipei
Popular places to visit
Crescent Bridge
After visiting Crescent Bridge, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in New Taipei City. Discover the area's hot springs and shops.
Nanya Night Market
During your trip to New Taipei City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Nanya Night Market. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and hot springs.
Taipei County Stadium
Catch an event at Taipei County Stadium during your trip to New Taipei City. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
New Taipei City Plaza
You can find out about the history of New Taipei City with a trip to New Taipei City Plaza. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
New Taipei City People's Square
Explore the great outdoors at New Taipei City People's Square, a lovely green space in New Taipei City. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Banqiao Cihui Palace
You can learn about the history of New Taipei City with a stop at Banqiao Cihui Palace. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Top hotels in Banqiao
The Grand Hotel
This is a fabulous hotel. A magnificent palace-like structure. Our room was spacious and the services and restaurants in the hotel were very good.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Amazing view from corner room, coffee and tea and water available all day, Amazing breakfast!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
I like the rooftop pool and the excellent housekeeping service. Concierge service is exceptional. Very very helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Taipei
We stayed at the Grand Hyatt for one night and it was amazing! From the decoration in the reception area, the cleanliness and the beautiful room I received everything was top notch! As Expedia members we were upgraded to a one bedroom suite that had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. ...
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Eastin Taipei Hotel
This hotel is conveniently located in Da’an within walking distance to public transportation and shopping. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was simple, clean, and comfortable. Overall, I would stay here again!
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
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Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Banqiao
Zhonghe
Zhonghe is well liked for its mountain views and breweries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Global Mall and Hongludi Nanshan Fude Temple are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qiaohe Station or Zhonghe Station to get around.
Wanhua
Visitors to Wanhua love its popular shops, and you can check out Lungshan Temple and Huaxi Street Night Market. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Longshan Temple Station.
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.
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.
Ximending
A noteworthy feature of Ximending is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Taipei Cinema Park and Ximending Night Market.
Sanchong
Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taipei Bridge and New Taipei Metropolitan Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.
