Hengke Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Full-day Tour in Yangmingshan & Beitou from Taipei
[Private Tour] Shilin Night Market Walking Tour With a Private Tour Guide (2-hr)
Our pick of the best Hengke Hotel Deals
Regent Taipei
Clean room
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Grand Hotel
A stunning building, with lots of history, and a very comfortable stay. The pool is amazing!
Reviewed on 4 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
Park Taipei Hotel
Room was very clean, bed comfortable and had subway station a few steps from the hotel.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
wonderfully helpful staff
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
citizenM Taipei North Gate
Very convenient location. 5 minute walk to both the Central Train Station and the massive Night Market …
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hengke
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Wuchih Mountain Military Cemetery is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Yonghe
Well liked for its museums and coffee shops, 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.
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.
Sanchong
Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Sanhe Night Market and Taipei Bridge are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.
Zhonghe
Zhonghe is well liked for its mountain views and breweries. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Hongludi Nanshan Fude Temple and Global Mall are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qiaohe Station or Zhonghe Station to get around.
