Shida Travel Guide
Taipei
Popular places to visit
Taipei 101
Rocket to the top of one of the world’s tallest skyscrapers for incredible views of Taipei and beyond.
Shilin Night Market
Wander these renowned city markets, known for their nightlife, authentic Taiwanese dishes and local, traditional and international merchandise.
Ningxia Night Market
During your visit to Taipei, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ningxia Night Market. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Taipei Zoo
Get close to animals from all around the world and learn about wildlife conservation at the largest zoo in Asia.
Raohe Street Night Market
Grilled squid, duck blood and stinky tofu are on the exceptional menu in this traditional Taiwanese night market near the Keelung River.
Lungshan Temple
Ornate carvings, ceremonial gateways and over 165 gods and deities await you at this much-loved Buddhist and Taoist temple.
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
Shifen, Jiufen, Heping Island Park & Raohe Night Market Day Tour
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Top hotels in Shida
Park Taipei Hotel
Everything was so clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Very good service and very clean room and restaurant is great service
Reviewed on 23 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
Caesar Park Hotel Taipei
Easy to get around in the city
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
The Grand Hotel
Staffs of front desk and restaurant are very friendly and courteous. The service is top notch. It's a bit away from the subway station, but the establishment provides shuttle to and from for hotel guests.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shida
Daan
Enjoy the popular shops in Daan. Daan Forest Park is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Technology Building Station or Daan Station to see more of Taipei.
Zhongzheng
Travellers love Zhongzheng for its popular shops, and you can see more of Taipei by jumping on the metro at Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station or Guting Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall and National Theater.
Ximending
A noteworthy feature of Ximending is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Ximending Night Market and Taipei Cinema Park.
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.
Zhongshan
Travellers love Zhongshan for its popular shops, and you can see more of Taipei by jumping on the metro at Zhongshan Junior High School Station or Xingtian Temple Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Dajia Riverside Park and Grand Hotel.
Datong
Datong is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Dihua Street and Ningxia Night Market. See more of Taipei by jumping on the metro at Daqiaotou Station or Shuanglian Station.
