Houtong Cat Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Jiufen Old Street

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.

Jiufen Old Street
Yehliu Geopark

Yehliu Geopark

Leave the city streets behind to admire the unique rock formations and lighthouse in this rugged coastal area of northeastern Taipei.

Yehliu Geopark
Fulong Beach

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.

Fulong Beach
Shifen Old Street

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 Old Street
Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf

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.

Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf
Tamsui Old Street

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.

Tamsui Old Street

Activities

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

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

AU$50
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing

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

AU$129
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Northern Taiwan

Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen, and Golden Waterfall Day Tour

AU$76
per adult
Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen, and Golden Waterfall Day Tour
Private trip to Jiufen + Yehliu Geological Park

Private Day Trip to Jiufen, Shifen and Yehliu Park

AU$549
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Day Trip to Jiufen, Shifen and Yehliu Park
Jiufen Old Street is definitely a must-visit spot in Taipei

One-day private chartered car tour in Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen, Pingxi, North Coast popular attractions with chartered car, professional Chinese/English driver

AU$471
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
One-day private chartered car tour in Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen, Pingxi, North Coast popular attractions with chartered car, professional Chinese/English driver
7hrs - Meteor Garden Sightseeing Tour in Taipei

7hrs - Meteor Garden Sightseeing Tour in Taipei

AU$60
per adult
7hrs - Meteor Garden Sightseeing Tour in Taipei
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Our pick of the best Houtong Cat Village Hotel Deals

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

4 out of 5
No. 30, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Daan, Taipei, TPE
The price is AU$222 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$222
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,219 reviews)
"The hotel is really on the high end and we enjoyed our stay there. It is convenient as as such travelling by bus or train was excellent. The hotel dining staff are so helpful, they tried their best to accommodate our needs even with their english & our mandarin language difficulty. We will definitely ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei

Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei

5 out of 5
No. 133, Sec. 3, Nanjing E. Rd., Zhongshan Dist., Taipei
The price is AU$226 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$226
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,270 reviews)
"Hotel has amazing breakfast buffet (Tropical fresh fruits, fresh honey for fresh yogurt or waffles. Lots of local and Japanese dishes including fresh sushi rice. Lots of drinks to choose from. Such as tea, coffee, latte, fresh juice, fresh soy milk ( the best I have ever had) There’s also an executive ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei
Eastin Taipei Hotel

Eastin Taipei Hotel

3.5 out of 5
14F., No.87, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Daan Dist., Taipei, Taiwan
The price is AU$95 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$95
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"The location was convenient. Our room had a good window view of Taipei 101. The staff was friendly."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Eastin Taipei Hotel
The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei

The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei

4.5 out of 5
160, Sec.3, Ren Ai Rd, Taipei
The price is AU$190 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$190
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,357 reviews)
"AC inside the room could use a leg up… my 2 cents"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
Park Taipei Hotel

Park Taipei Hotel

4 out of 5
No.317, Sec. 1, Fu-Xing S. Rd., Taipei
The price is AU$205 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$205
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,192 reviews)
"Clean room and nice bed"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Park Taipei Hotel
Miramar Garden Taipei

Miramar Garden Taipei

4.5 out of 5
No. 83, Civic Boulevard, Section 3, Zhongshan District, Taipei
The price is AU$175 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$175
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,029 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Miramar Garden Taipei
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Other neighbourhoods around Houtong Cat Village

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Ruifang

4/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Ruifang
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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.

Gongliao
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Xizhi District

Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Wuchih Mountain Military Cemetery is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Xizhi District
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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.

Wanli
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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.

Jinshan
Maokong Gondola showing a skyscraper, mountains and a city

Xindian

4/5(1 area review)

Xindian is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Qizhang Station or Dapinglin Station to explore sights like Bitan Scenic Area.

Xindian

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