Visit Xizhi 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.
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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Xizhi District
Regent Taipei
Old hotel with 5 star services
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
The Grand Hotel
Everything was great. However, the hotel has apparently become a tourist attraction.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 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 Nov 4, 2025
citizenM Taipei North Gate
Conveniently located 5 minutes walk to Beimen MTR station. Chick looking. Staffs young and energetic, eager to help
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Staff very polite and hotel is clean
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Palais de Chine Hotel
Room is very clean, very spacious, staffs is very nice and helpful! They help me changed my pillows to a memory foam pillow which thank you thank you was so much better! Only if the bed is not that hard would be perfect!
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Xizhi District
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.
Shenkeng
Shenkeng is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shenkeng Old Street and Yong'anju.
Pingxi District
Travelers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street 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 Fagu Mountain World Buddhist Education Park and Jinbaoli Old Street.
Xindian
You might enjoy the river views while in Xindian. Bitan Scenic Area is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Qizhang Station or Dapinglin Station to see more of the city.
Ruifang
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Ruifang. You might want to make time for a stop at Jiufen Old Street or Jinguashi Geopark.
