Houtong Cat Village
New Taipei City
Visit Houtong Cat Village
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 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Yehliu, Golden Waterfall, Jiufen, Shifen Day Tour
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Shifen, Jiufen, Heping Island Park & Raohe Night Market Day Tour
Top hotels in Houtong Cat Village
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Beautiful hotel with excellent amenities. Room was extremely clean and well kept. The Japanese restaurant in the hotel was not very good.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Park Taipei Hotel
I like the area very much. Park Taipei is my favorite hotel in Taipei.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
Room was clean, staff was very helpful, food was great we were very happy about our stay.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Clean room
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Staff very polite and hotel is clean
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Eastin Taipei Hotel
Could be slightly cleaner, especially in the edges in the bathroom shower
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Houtong Cat Village
Ruifang
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Ruifang. You might want to make time for a stop at Jinguashi Geopark or Jiufen Old Street.
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Gongliao
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Gongliao. You might want to make time for a stop at Fulong Beach or Ao-ti Fishing Port.
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
