Shenkeng Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Full-day Tour in Yangmingshan & Beitou from Taipei (Small Group)
9 Hour Tamsui Historic Site and Beitou Hot Spring Culture Tour
7hrs - Meteor Garden Sightseeing Tour in Taipei
Taipei: National Palace Museum and Taiwan Aborigines Museum
Our pick of the best Shenkeng Hotel Deals
The Grand Hotel
It was a great experience in the Grand hotel
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Good conditions for all amenities
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Wonderful room. Huge king sized bed. Great location near Little India and super close to the subway. Great value in every way.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Clean room friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
Nice room
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Mayer Inn
Staff was nice
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shenkeng
Shiding District
While visiting Shiding District, you might make a stop by sights like Lengshuikeng and Laizhongkeng Shan.
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.
Pingxi District
Travellers like the shopping in Pingxi District, and Pingxi Old Street is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Tucheng
Get to know Tucheng and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Tucheng Tung Blossom Trail, Tung Blossom Park and Zhanlongshan Ruins Cultural Park, and you can jump on the metro at Tucheng Station or Yongning Station to get around the city.
Wanli
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Wanli. You might want to make time for a stop at Yangmingshan National Park or Yehliu Geopark.
