Visit Xizhi District
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.
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.
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 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.
Shifen Waterfall
Escape the city to see this “Little Niagara, ” a tiered waterfall in the Keelung River. It’s the widest in Taiwan and a wonderful sight.
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
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Shifen, Jiufen, Heping Island Park & Raohe Night Market Day Tour
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Top hotels in Xizhi District
The Grand Hotel
Everything was great. However, the hotel has apparently become a tourist attraction.
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
: Clean room | Staff | Bar | very good service and all the front desk is amazing specially the Carrey the bags guys are all nice
Reviewed on 4 Nov, 2025
citizenM Taipei North Gate
Conveniently located 5 minutes walk to Beimen MTR station. Chick looking. Staffs young and energetic, eager to help
Reviewed on 13 Nov, 2025
Palais de Chine Hotel
Room is very clean, very spacious, staffs is very nice and helpful! They help me changed my pillows to a memory foam pillow which thank you thank you was so much better! Only if the bed is not that hard would be perfect!
Reviewed on 14 Nov, 2025
Regent Taipei
Old hotel with 5 star services
Reviewed on 12 Nov, 2025
Park Taipei Hotel
The room is very clean, staffs are friendly, the location is great.
Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Xizhi District
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.
Shenkeng
Shenkeng is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shenkeng Old Street and Yong'anju.
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Jinshan
Jinshan is noteworthy for its hot springs, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Fagu Mountain World Buddhist Education Park and Jinbaoli Old Street.
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.
Ruifang
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Ruifang. You might want to make time for a stop at Jinguashi Geopark or Jiufen Old Street.
Xizhi District
- Taipei 101
- Shilin Night Market
- Jiufen Old Street
- Yangmingshan National Park
- Ningxia Night Market
- Taipei Arena
- Taipei Zoo
- Jiaosi Hot Springs
- Lungshan Temple
- Grand Hotel
- Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
- National Palace Museum
- Raohe Street Night Market
- National Taiwan University
- Yehliu Geopark
- Wulai Old Street
- Beitou Hot Springs Park
- Daan Forest Park
- Beitou Hot Spring Museum
- Shifen Old Street
- Keelung Night Market
- MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou
