Linkou
New Taipei City
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.
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.
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.
Pingxi Old Street
During your trip to New Taipei City, you can search for that perfect souvenir 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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Tamsui Old Street. Take in the fascinating museums and hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Plaza Premium Lounge at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
7-Hour Join tour - Jiufen Village & Shifen Town
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Top hotels in Linkou
The Grand Hotel
"Service staff is well trained and super friendly."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
"It was okay. For the price you don't get much out of it. Public bath is very nice and clean but the towels provided are very thin."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Regent Taipei
"Nice rooms, albeit very dusty. Helpful and attentive staff. Problem is noise from other guests slamming doors and making a noise during hours of sleep; non-stop rudeness. Sadly I would not stay again."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
"Staff was help."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
"Great location. We had a wonderful stay and workers are very friendly and helpful!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Caesar Metro Taipei
"Staff service was top notch"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Linkou
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.
Taishan
When in Taishan and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium or Global Mall Taoyuan A8 and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Taishan Guihe Station or Taishan Station.
Wugu District
Travellers like the parks in Wugu District, and Luzhou Breeze Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Shulin
While visiting Shulin, you might make a stop by sights like Shulin Arts Center and Chengfu Shan.
Yingge District
Travellers like the museums in Yingge District, and Yingge Ceramics Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
