Shida Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Taiwan Normal University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of National Taiwan Normal University during your trip to Taipei. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Shida Night Market
During your trip to Taipei, you can enjoy retail therapy at Shida Night Market. Take in the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Taipei 101
Take in the best possible views of Taipei from one of the tallest skyscrapers in the world.
Shilin Night Market
Sample tasty local delights, enjoy a relaxing traditional massage and shop for bargains in this renowned night market in the heart of Taipei.
Ningxia Night Market
During your visit to Taipei, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ningxia Night Market. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
Taipei Zoo
Visit Asia’s largest zoo and come face to face with black bears, koalas and other animals from all over the world.
Activities
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
[Private Tour] Shilin Night Market Walking Tour With a Private Tour Guide (2-hr)
Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Our pick of the best Shida Hotel Deals
The Grand Hotel
Great stay, great place, great breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
The staff is amazing and the property is kept immaculate. Overall, a very solid choice.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Room has an amazing view of Taipei 101.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Miramar Garden Taipei
The facilities, including a sauna, are quite good.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Very pleasant, comfortable stay. Well looked after. Great breakfast. Daily water and fruit. Pool was very nice to use too. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Palais de Chine Hotel
Convenient and well maintained
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shida
Zhongzheng
Travellers love Zhongzheng for its popular shops, and you can see more of Taipei by jumping on the metro at Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station or Guting Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall and National Concert Hall.
Daan
Enjoy the popular shops in Daan. Daan Forest Park is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Technology Building Station or Daan Station to see more of Taipei.
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.
Ximending
A noteworthy feature of Ximending is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Ximending Night Market and Taipei Cinema Park.
Wanhua
Visitors to Wanhua love its popular shops, and you can check out Lungshan Temple and Huaxi Street Night Market. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Longshan Temple Station.
Dadaocheng
If you're spending some time in Dadaocheng, Dihua Street and Dadaocheng Wharf are top sights worth seeing.
