Pinglin District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Pinglin 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.
Wulai Old Street
During your visit to New Taipei City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Wulai Old Street. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Sanxia Old Street
This beautiful, highly traditional street is every tourist’s dream. Bring your camera, because everywhere you look is something delightful to photograph.
Activities
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
7hrs - Meteor Garden Sightseeing Tour in Taipei
Taipei: National Palace Museum and Taiwan Aborigines Museum
Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket
From Taipei: Pinglin Tea Culture & Maokong Day Tour with Gondola Ride
Shifen Train Experience to Houtong Cat Village, Jiufen
Our pick of the best Pinglin District Hotel Deals
The Grand Hotel
The room is spacious and very clean, with excellent soundproofing. The bathroom is large, and the bathtub and shower are separate. On weekends, additional shuttle services to Yuanshan MRT Station are available, which makes transportation much more convenient. The staff are also incredibly kind and ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Regent Taipei
The beast
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Clean room, great public bath.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Palais de Chine Hotel
The hotel is conveniently located near the main train station and many of Taipei’s attractions. The staff were courteous and the food was okay in the restaurant. Breakfast had a good variety of dishes that would please people from many different cultures. If you wanted to shop, the Q mall is right ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
3-4 doors require room key to unlock but the point is, it only gives you 3seconds to open the door. Very unfriendly when moving in and out with luggages. Same with the elevators. There is no way you can move your luggages to catch the elevator to check out UPSTAIRS. You must leave your belongings ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Mayer Inn
Very convenient location, clean and safe but the walls are quite thin, if you are sensitive to noise it may not be comfortable for you, but overall is good.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pinglin District
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Shenkeng
Shenkeng is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shenkeng Old Street and Yong'anju.
Xindian
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.
Xizhi District
Travellers like the monuments in Xizhi District, and Yangmingshan National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Wulai
Hot springs, river views and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Wulai. Check out Wulai Waterfalls or Wulai Old Street while you're exploring the area.
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.
