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.
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 Old Street
Trains trundle along the middle of this lively street, where restaurants serve tasty street food, shops sell souvenirs and lanterns are released into the sky.
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.
Tamsui Old Street
Xiaochi food, talented street performers and carnival games bring this riverside boardwalk to life, while the viewing platform is great for enjoying a romantic sunset.
Things to do
Private Full-Day Northern Taiwan Tour by Car from Taipei
From Taipei: Private Scenic Tour to Jiufen, Yehliu & Pingxi
Pinglin Tea Culture & Maokong Day Tour from Taipei
Taiwan Multi-Day Classic Tour
Xiao Long Bao, Chicken vermicelli with mushroom and sesame oil, Tofu strips salad, Bubble milk tea. Taiwan Traditional Delicacies Experience-A (Taipei Cooking Class)
Private Car: 8 Hour Highly Customized Taipei City Exploration!
Pinglin District Hotel Deals
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Other neighborhoods around Pinglin District
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Pingxi District
Travelers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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Xindian
You might enjoy the river views while in Xindian. Bitan Scenic Area is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Qizhang Station or Dapinglin Station to see more of the city.
![http://www.shi-yang.com. A beautiful and unique mountainside restaurant. The lower part of the restaurant has very interesting and cozy dinning niches with the remnants of stone walls from its old farm house past. Very Zen like setting in mist of woods. Set menu of chef's specialties for the day!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4b7a6211520c8291088335b152c3c373.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Xizhi District
Travelers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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Ruifang
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Ruifang. You might want to make time for a stop at Jiufen Old Street or Jinguashi Geopark.
Yonghe
Well-liked for its museums and coffeehouses, Yonghe is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Fu Ho Bridge and Lehua Night Market, and jump on the metro at Dingxi Station to get around the city.
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Wulai
Hot springs, river views, and spas are some highlights of Wulai. Make a stop by Wulai Waterfalls or Wulai Old Street while you're exploring.
More to Explore
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- Taipei 101
- Shilin Night Market
- Jiufen Old Street
- Ningxia Night Market
- Yangmingshan National Park
- Taipei Zoo
- National Palace Museum
- Taipei Arena
- Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
- Raohe Street Night Market
- National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall
- Lungshan Temple
- Fulong Beach
- National Taiwan University
- Jiaosi Hot Springs
- Yehliu Geopark
- Huashan 1914 Creative Park
- Grand Hotel
- Luodong Night Market
- Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall
- Wushi Harbor
- Taipingshan National Forest Recreation Area
- Keelung Night Market
- Daan Forest Park
- Port of Keelung
- Dongmen Night Market
- Shifen Old Street
- Beitou Hot Springs Park