Things to do in New Taipei City

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New Taipei City
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New Taipei City
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Tours & day trips

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Mont Saint-Michel Day Tour from Paris with an Expert Guide

Mont Saint-Michel Day Tour from Paris with an Expert Guide

Activity duration is 14 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 143 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$210 per adult
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[Private Tour] Shilin Night Market Walking Tour With a Private Tour Guide (...

[Private Tour] Shilin Night Market Walking Tour With a Private Tour Guide (...

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$76 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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Taiwanese Cooking Class with Traditional Market Tour

Taiwanese Cooking Class with Traditional Market Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is S$147 per adult
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From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture & Maokong Day Tour with Gondola Ride

From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture & Maokong Day Tour with Gondola Ride

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$111 per adult
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Attractions

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Combo Set Taipei 101 89th Floor and Hop On Hop Off 9 Hour Pass

Combo Set Taipei 101 89th Floor and Hop On Hop Off 9 Hour Pass

Activity duration is 1 day
Price is S$29 per adult
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What to do in New Taipei City

Popular places to visit

Jiufen Old Street

Jiufen Old Street

4.5/5(89 reviews)

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.

Jiufen Old Street
Yehliu Geopark

Yehliu Geopark

Leave the city streets behind to admire the unique rock formations and lighthouse in this rugged coastal area of northeastern Taipei.

Yehliu Geopark
Shifen Old Street

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.

Shifen Old Street
Fulong Beach

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.

Fulong Beach
Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf

Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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.

Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf
Shifen Waterfall

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.

Shifen Waterfall
Tamsui Old Street

Tamsui Old Street

4/5(1 review)

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.

Tamsui Old Street
Pingxi Old Street

Pingxi Old Street

During your trip to New Taipei City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pingxi Old Street. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Pingxi Old Street
Sanxia Old Street

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.

Sanxia Old Street

Areas of New Taipei City

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Tamsui

4/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Tamsui
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Wulai

5/5(1 area review)

Hot springs, river views and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Wulai. Check out Wulai Waterfalls or Wulai Old Street while you're exploring the area.

Wulai
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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.

Linkou
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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.

Jinshan
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Ruifang

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Ruifang
Maokong Gondola featuring a high-rise building, mountains and a city

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.

Xindian

 

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Taipei

Taipei

Keelung showing a city and markets

Keelung

Taoyuan County showing a city

Taoyuan City

Keelung City Centre

Keelung City Centre

Jiufen

Jiufen

Shifen

Shifen

Frequently asked questions

Is New Taipei City worth visiting?
Known for its hiking and festivals, finding fun things to do in New Taipei City is easy. Be sure to add TaipeiEYE to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in New Taipei City?
Dadaocheng Wharf and Taipei Children's Amusement Park are two good places to start your sightseeing adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in New Taipei City while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in New Taipei City?
The top tourist attraction in New Taipei City is TaipeiEYE, so make sure to include it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in New Taipei City?
You can easily tick off leading sights like TaipeiEYE, Luzhou Gong Society Concert Hall and Lin An Tai Historical House with a three-day trip to New Taipei City. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Taipei.
Is New Taipei City a walkable city?
It depends on what you'd like to see and do in New Taipei City. Several top sights, like Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium and Xinzhuang Civil Sports Centre, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of New Taipei City's neighbourhoods, Wanhua is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Banqiao is 0.32 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in New Taipei City with kids?
If you're searching for activities and sights for all of your group, check out these fantastic ideas for what to do in New Taipei City with kids.

What to do in New Taipei City for adults?
Zhongxiao Road and Yongkang Street are just two of the things to do in New Taipei City. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in New Taipei City?
One of the best ways to find free things to do in New Taipei City is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Luzhou Gong Society Concert Hall is one spot that doesn't charge an admission fee.