Shimen District
New Taipei City
Visit Shimen 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
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.
Pingxi Old Street
During your trip to New Taipei City, you can do some window-shopping at Pingxi Old Street. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Tamsui Old Street
During your visit to New Taipei City, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Tamsui Old Street. Take in the fascinating museums and hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Yehliu, Golden Waterfall, Jiufen, Shifen Day Tour
One-Day Historical and Heritage Tour in Taipei
Beitou and Yangmingshan National Park Day Tour from Taipei
Northern Taiwan Shared Day Tour: Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen
New Taipei City Tour| Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour
Top hotels in Shimen District
The Grand Hotel
"Location and beautiful surroundings."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
"Helpful staff, great location close to subway exit. Room was spacious and clean"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
"Nice staffs, location is easily accessible"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
ILLUME TAIPEI
"Great hotel. Big comfortable room. With comfortable bed and pillows. Gym was amazing and sauna was great aswell. Highly recommend this hotel. Would stay again."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Caesar Metro Taipei
"Staff service was top notch"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Regent Taipei
"Friendly staff, yummy breakfast with many options, large clean comfortable room with welcome fruit and large safe, 5 mins walk from Zhongshan MRT, 7-11 shop 1 minute walk, nearby restuarants. When i complained about the bathtub hot water, they fixed the issue promptly."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shimen District
Sanzhi
Travelers like the parks in Sanzhi, and Yangmingshan National Park 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 Jinbaoli Old Street and Yangmingshan National Park.
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.
Tamsui
Get to know Tamsui and its many features like its riverfront and seafood restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Tamsui Old Street and Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf, and you can jump on the metro at Tamsui Station or Danjin Beixin Station to get around the city.
Bali
You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and hot springs in Bali. You might want to make time for a stop at Shihsanheng Museum of Archaeology or Mount Guanyin.
Xizhi District
Travelers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
