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.
Fulong Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Fulong Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Fulong. Amble around the area's marina or visit its monuments.
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.
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.
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
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
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
7hrs - Meteor Garden Sightseeing Tour in Taipei
Xizhi District Hotel Deals
Park Taipei Hotel
Everything was so clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Very good service and very clean room and restaurant is great service
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Helpful and friendly staff.clean room,
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Caesar Metro Taipei
Clean and nice hotel. Location is not too bad. But area is not as fancy as XMD area.
Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025
Caesar Park Hotel Taipei
Very convenient to Taipei metro and lots of food options nearby. Customer service is ok but they shall smile more. The only problem is the bed is a bit hard.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
The Grand Hotel
Beautiful traditional hotel — wish we could have stayed longer than one night.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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.
Pingxi District
Travelers 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
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.
Yonghe
Well-liked for its museums and coffeehouses, 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.
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.
