Shimen District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A road with wind turbines in the background and a hilly landscape.
A lighthouse with a white building in the foreground and a clear blue sky with wispy clouds.
A stream flowing over rocks in a forested area.
Photo by Liu Dyson (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)
A forested trail with moss-covered rocks and dense greenery.
Photo by Liu Dyson (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)
A forest stream with moss-covered rocks and trees.
Photo by Liu Dyson (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0)

Stay near popular Shimen District attractions

Shimen Arch

Explore the great outdoors at Shimen Arch and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to New Taipei City. Discover the mountain views and spas in this relaxing area.
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Activities

Beitou and Yangmingshan Day Tour from Taipei

Beitou and Yangmingshan National Park Day Tour from Taipei

NZ$126
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Beitou and Yangmingshan National Park Day Tour from Taipei
New Taipei City Tour| Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour

New Taipei City Tour| Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour

NZ$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
New Taipei City Tour| Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour
Yehliu and Jiufen Night View with Shifen Waterfall Tour

Yehliu and Jiufen Night View with Shifen Waterfall Tour

NZ$70
per adult
Yehliu and Jiufen Night View with Shifen Waterfall Tour
擎天岡

Full-day Tour in Yangmingshan & Beitou from Taipei (Small Group)

NZ$147
per adult
Full-day Tour in Yangmingshan & Beitou from Taipei (Small Group)
The Southern Branch of the Palace Museum blends modern design with Asian cultural influences, featuring exhibits, a spacious park, and interactive activities for an immersive experience.

National Palace Museum Ticket in Taipei

NZ$40
per adult
National Palace Museum Ticket in Taipei
National Palace Museum Taipei Admission Ticket Cultural Gems

National Palace Museum Taipei Admission Ticket Cultural Gems

NZ$42
per adult
National Palace Museum Taipei Admission Ticket Cultural Gems
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Our guide on where to stay in Shimen District

Find the best Shimen District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional multi-tiered temple with ornate decorations and a red roof.
Photo by lienyuan lee
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Banqiao

Banqiao is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fuzhong Station or Banxin Station to explore sights like New Taipei City People's Square.

A traditional multi-tiered pagoda with ornate blue and gold detailing, surrounded by cherry blossoms.

Tamsui

Tamsui is well liked for its riverfront and seafood restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Tamsui Old Street and Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Tamsui Station or Danjin Beixin Station to get around.

A large white bridge spanning a river, surrounded by a cityscape and greenery.

Sanchong

Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taipei Bridge and New Taipei Metropolitan Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.

A dragon statue with a person in the center.

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.

A river with orange rocks, surrounded by green hills.
Photo by lienyuan lee
Open Photo by lienyuan lee

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.

Shimen District Travel Guide

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