Things to do in New Taipei City

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Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei

Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)

€38
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Taipei: Jiufen Half-Day Trip with Guide │Bus Tour

Taipei: Jiufen Half-Day Trip with Guide │Bus Tour

€22
per adult
Taipei: Jiufen Half-Day Trip with Guide │Bus Tour
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei

Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei

€75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

€62
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
12hrs - Chiayi Meteor Garden Classic Tour From Taipei

12hrs - Chiayi Meteor Garden Classic Tour From Taipei

€62
per adult
12hrs - Chiayi Meteor Garden Classic Tour From Taipei
Northeast Coast Instagram Photo Tour in Keelung & New Taipei

Northeast Coast Instagram Photo Tour in Keelung & New Taipei

€47
per adult
Northeast Coast Instagram Photo Tour in Keelung & New Taipei
New Taipei City Tour| Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour

New Taipei City Tour| Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour

€30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
New Taipei City Tour| Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour
Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket

Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket

€26
per adult
Taipei 101 Observatory Ticket
Picture 1 for Activity Taipei: National Palace Museum and Taiwan Aborigines Museum

Taipei: National Palace Museum and Taiwan Aborigines Museum

€14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taipei: National Palace Museum and Taiwan Aborigines Museum
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7-Hour Jiufen Night View, Shifen Waterfall & Raohe Market Tour

7-Hour Jiufen Night View, Shifen Waterfall & Raohe Market Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 60 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €33 per adult
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Full-Day Private Custom Taipei City Tour

Full-Day Private Custom Taipei City Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 551 reviews
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Price is €204 per adult*
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Taipei: Jiufen Half-Day Trip with Guide │Bus Tour

Taipei: Jiufen Half-Day Trip with Guide │Bus Tour

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €22 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Taipei: Your First Day Food Tour with Locals & 12+ Tasting

Taipei: Your First Day Food Tour with Locals & 12+ Tasting

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 19 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €50 per adult
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From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture & Maokong Day Tour with Gondola Ride

From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture & Maokong Day Tour with Gondola Ride

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €76 per adult
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What to do in New Taipei City

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Jiufen Old Street

8.4/10 (5,492 reviews)
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.
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Where to stay in New Taipei City

Find the best New Taipei City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Banqiao

Banqiao is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fuzhong Station or Banxin Station to explore sights like New Taipei City People's Square.

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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.

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Sanchong

Sanchong is well liked for its restaurants and monuments. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taipei Bridge and New Taipei Metropolitan Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cailiao Station or Sanchong Station to get around.

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Linkou

Well liked for its restaurants and shopping, Linkou is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like MITSUI OUTLET PARK Linkou and Global Mall Linkou A9, and jump on the metro at Linkou Station to get around the city.

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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.

Frequently asked questions

Is New Taipei City worth visiting?
Known for its hiking and festivals, finding fun things to do in New Taipei City is easy. Be sure to add TaipeiEYE to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in New Taipei City?
Dadaocheng Wharf and Taipei Children's Amusement Park are two good places to start your sightseeing adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in New Taipei City while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in New Taipei City?
The top tourist attraction in New Taipei City is TaipeiEYE, so make sure to include it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in New Taipei City?
You can easily tick off leading sights like TaipeiEYE, Luzhou Gong Society Concert Hall and Lin An Tai Historical House with a three-day trip to New Taipei City. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Taipei.
Is New Taipei City a walkable city?
It depends on what you'd like to see and do in New Taipei City. Several top sights, like Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium and Xinzhuang Civil Sports Centre, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of New Taipei City's neighbourhoods, Wanhua is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Banqiao is 0.32 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in New Taipei City with kids?
If you're searching for activities and sights for all of your group, check out these fantastic ideas for what to do in New Taipei City with kids.

What to do in New Taipei City for adults?
Zhongxiao Road and Yongkang Street are just two of the things to do in New Taipei City. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in New Taipei City?
One of the best ways to find free things to do in New Taipei City is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can enjoy without opening your wallet. Luzhou Gong Society Concert Hall is one spot that doesn't charge an admission fee.

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