Shenkeng 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.
Wulai Old Street
During your visit to New Taipei City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Wulai Old Street. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 (Small Group)
[Private Tour] Shilin Night Market Walking Tour With a Private Tour Guide (2-hr)
Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket
Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)
Our pick of the best Shenkeng Hotel Deals
The Grand Hotel
The room is nice and spacious. The service is good. Breakfast is quite basic but expensive.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Palais de Chine Hotel
Great location, clean room, friendly staff. You can spend the whole day in the mall next door, and never see the blazing sun between Taipei Main Station and Zhongshan Station just by traversing the underground malls. If I had to say anything, it's that the room itself is a bit dark, and has enough ...
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
The hotel is clean and close to the subway station. The staff is very polite and attentive. I highly recommend this place.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Big and comfortable rooms, great location with plenty of food options nearby!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
Great gem in Taipei Da'an district.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Mayer Inn
Helpful info on how to get to this hotel from Taipei main station: find a map and navigate to exit Z2. This will bring you up right in front of the building. Go to the front desk, they have a list sitting there that gives the floor number for hotel check in (5F) and which elevators to take (not all ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shenkeng
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.
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Tucheng
Get to know Tucheng and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Tucheng Tung Blossom Trail, Tung Blossom Park and Zhanlongshan Ruins Cultural Park, and you can jump on the metro at Tucheng Station or Yongning 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 Yangmingshan National Park or Yehliu Geopark.
Wugu District
Travellers like the parks in Wugu District, and Luzhou Breeze Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
