Shida Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Taiwan Normal University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of National Taiwan Normal University during your trip to Taipei. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Shida Night Market
During your trip to Taipei, you can enjoy retail therapy at Shida Night Market. Take in the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Taipei 101
Rocket to the top of one of the world’s tallest skyscrapers for incredible views of Taipei and beyond.
Shilin Night Market
Wander these renowned city markets, known for their nightlife, authentic Taiwanese dishes and local, traditional and international merchandise.
Ningxia Night Market
During your visit to Taipei, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ningxia Night Market. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Taipei Arena
Catch an event at Taipei Arena during your trip to Taipei. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
One-Day Historical and Heritage Tour in Taipei
Plaza Premium Lounge at Taiwan Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Our pick of the best Shida Hotel Deals
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
The front desk and lobby staff were very friendly, professional and helpful although Mandarin is not my first language. They were always on hand to provide assistance readily and answer my inquiries. The rooms were also very well-cleaned and the cleaning staff also greet guests with a cheerful disposition. ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Grand Hotel
The room with no window air flow not good enough, be careful when booking this type, the hotel inside like historical site, very impressive. In general very good stay.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
Need to improve the variety of the breakfast. Sausage was bad.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
ILLUME TAIPEI
Don’t get to experience the bar/lounge as it was closed on the nights I stayed
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Caesar Metro Taipei
I had a great stay at Caesar Metro Taipei Hotel. The room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable. The breakfast offered a wide variety of choices, which was a nice way to start the day. It is a little pricey, but they do provide a discount for hotel guests, which helps. The staff were very friendly, ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Poor communication, but they do try but they need to be more professional attitude towards to the customer. A couple days okay to stay. But better not asking specific question or request. And do not feel bad if they don’t reply or cut off, they just don’t understand what you saying Interesting, after ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shida
Zhongzheng
Travellers love Zhongzheng for its popular shops, and you can see more of Taipei by jumping on the metro at Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station or Guting Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall and National Theater.
Daan
Enjoy the popular shops in Daan. Daan Forest Park is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Technology Building Station or Daan Station to see more of Taipei.
Ximending
A noteworthy feature of Ximending is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Ximending Night Market and Taipei Cinema Park.
Wanhua
Visitors to Wanhua love its popular shops, and you can check out Lungshan Temple and Huaxi Street Night Market. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Longshan Temple Station.
Dadaocheng
If you're spending some time in Dadaocheng, Dihua Street and Dadaocheng Wharf are top sights worth seeing.
Xinyi
Consider a visit to Taipei 101 and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Xinyi. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Xiangshan Station or Taipei 101/World Trade Center Station.
