Best places you must visit in New Taipei City this 2023!

Best places you must visit in New Taipei City this 2023!

But first let’s get to know New Taipei City. Where is New Taipei City? Previously it was known as Taipei County and in a few years now, it is called the New Taipei City, a special municipality in northern Taiwan with 29 districts and the municipal seat is located in Banchiao.

The districts under New Taipei City are Shimen, Jinshan, Wanli, Xizhi, Pingxi, Ruifang, Shuangxi, Gongliao, Pinglin, Shiding, Wulai, Sanxia, Xindian, Shenkeng, Yonghe, Zhonghe, Tucheng, Banchiao, Yingge, Shulin, Xinzhuang, Sanchong, Taishan, Luzhuo, Wugu, Linkou, Bali, Tamsui and Sanzhi.

Read here for more information about New Taipei City : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Taipei_City

1. Xindian MRT Station

Xindian MRT Station is at the Green Line and it is going to the southern area of New Taipei City. As soon as you arrive at XIndian Station, you can walk for a few minutes and you will see a majestic view of the river and the Bitan Bridge. In this area, you can eenjoy paddle boats, street foods and a nice stroll along the river. This place is most definitely an amazing way to spend a quick getaway in Taiwan.

Also read Best Places to visit in Tamsui here: https://everydaywithgen.com/best-places-you-must-visit-in-tamsui-in-2023/ Best places you must visit in New Taipei City

2. Shisan Hang Museum of Archeology in Bali

Aside from the ghost stories and a way to Taoyuan Airport, I don’t know anything special about Bali until I went to Shisan Hang Museum and learn something about the place. Imagine, Bali which seems to have very little constituents was once a prosperous town hundreds of years BEFORE Taipei existed.

Well, if you go to Bali’s Old Street, one would just see a very simple kind of living yet amazing view yeah, but still it would be hard to believe that the place has hundreds of years of history and I’m pretty sure not everyone knows about it. Best places you must visit in New Taipei City

This museum, and as you guys can see in these pictures below, shows an excavation of an ancient settlement in Bali. You can also see artifacts and the story of the excavation itself. And here’s the thing, the site revealed something about their burial ceremonies and you know what?

The reason why Bali has ghost stories is, it is in fact, a place where you can find the cemetery in New Taipei City. Like, from its past until present, the place actually remains a place for the you know.

But let’s move on from its ghost stories. The ancient settlers of Bali seemed to show skills in making boats and sailing the seas due to the unearthed overseas products and deep-sea bones! I mean guys, how interesting is it to know how the Taiwanese people lived hundreds of years ago?

Shisan Hang Museum is perfect for your kids and family too! Around the area you can also enjoy some recreational activities like biking or perhaps strolling the beautiful landscape in Bali! Best places you must visit in New Taipei City

Read here for more information: https://www.taiwanfun.com/north/taipei/recreation/0307/0307ccShi-SanHang.htm

3. Bali Old Street

Bali Ferry Pier is well-developed. The old street here is close to Tamsui River and has also been built up in recent years and there is a very complete bicycle trail to ride along the embankment. If you come to Bali, don’t miss the local mussels.

Read here for more information: https://newtaipei.travel/en/attractions/detail/111681

4. Yehliu Geopark

One of the premier destinations in northern Taiwan, Yehliu Geopark is home to a number of unique geological formations including the iconic “Queen’s Head” (女王頭), and is located along a cape stretching out from the town of Wanli.

Part of the Daliao Miaocene Formation, the cape stretches around 1,700 meters, formed as thousands of years of geological movement forced the Datun Mountains to change their shape, jutting out into the ocean.

Besides the Queen’s Head, other remarkable formations include Sea Candles (燭台石), Fairy Shoe (仙女鞋), Ginger Rocks, Elephant Rock, Ice Cream Rock, Kissing Rock, and Princess’ Head.

Next to the geopark is the Yehliu Ocean World (野柳海洋世界), which is an oceanarium with ocean exhibits, and sea life including dolphin and sea lion performances. Tickets for the oceanarium can be reserved online, and is a fun addition to the more educational experience at the geopark. Best places you must visit in New Taipei City

How to get here?

Located along the north coast, Yehliu Park is a bit remote, but well worth the effort to visit.

By Long Distance Bus:
From Taipei West Bus Station – Terminal A (located at Taipei Main Station), go to the KuoKuang (國光) window and purchase a ticket for NT$96 to Yehliu Geopark (野柳地質公園). The journey takes around 90 minutes, and the bus will drop you on the main road just outside the park entrance. Walk down the lane on the left side to enter.

By Shuttle Bus:
Ride comfortably in a shuttle bus from Ximen to Yehliu, followed by the Ying Yang Sea, 13-Layer Remains, Golden Waterfall, Jiufen (九份), and Shifen Old Streets (十分老街), leaving at 9AM and returning at 17:45.

By North Coast Shuttle Bus (from Tamsui (淡水, Danshui) or Keelung):
Take the North Coast Shuttle Bus NT$200 all day unlimited rides from either MRT Tamsui Station or Keelung Railway Station. Best places you must visit in New Taipei City

Read here for more: Reference https://guidetotaipei.com/visit/yehliu-geopark-%E9%87%8E%E6%9F%B3%E5%9C%B0%E8%B3%AA%E5%85%AC%E5%9C%92

5. Yingge Ceramics Museum

Yingge is perhaps one of the underrated tourist destinations in Taiwan. I have come to this conclusion because I have so many friends from different parts of the world, not just from the Philippines, and yet the photos posted on their social media are similar. It feels like they were all in one place at one time.

There are so many reasons why you should choose Yingge as your next travel destination in Taiwan. One of them is the rich culture and history of the place. The name Yingge in fact is an interesting thing to discover and I even want to get back to Yingge just to find the stone where Yingge was named after.

Best places you must visit in New Taipei City Read more about Yingge here: https://everydaywithgen.com/impossible-fun-day-tour-in-taiwan-24h-yingge/

6. Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf

I think the real beauty of this place is the silence and the serenity. If you wish to escape from the chaotic city, grab your luggage, ride the red line MRT, book the nearest hotel at the wharf and just spend your whole weekend staring at the peaceful sight of the horizon and you’ll have a renewed soul.

You don’t have to walk around or bike, if you wish to recharge, just sit and focus on the sparkling turquoise river. Believe me, you’ll feel wonderful.

Read here for more information: https://everydaywithgen.com/best-places-you-must-visit-in-tamsui-in-2023/

7. Tamsui Golden Shore

Tamsui Golden Shore is at Tamsui MRT Station. You can ride the Red Line MRT and stop at the terminal station in Tamsui and then go to Exit 3. You can rent a bike or just enjoy strolling this beautiful Golden shore. Many local and international tourists come here to see the sunset.

It literally feels like the golden hour because as the sun sets in Tamsui river, the sky turns into a golden color. Apart from the relaxing view, you can also enjoy good music from the street artists. Such an enchanting place indeed.

8. North Coast Ferry of Love Hotel & Restaurant at Shimen District

It’s a place for team building, birthdays, weddings and pre-nuptials. If you want to experience this amazing ferry themed hotel and restaurant, you can actually just walk in and dine in. (Watch video here: https://www.facebook.com/ferry.of.love/videos/498791431947601)

For reservations you can contact their official Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/ferry.of.love/ or you can search them on google and click links for booking.

9. Liu Jia Rou Zong

This is the number 1 rice dumpling store in Taiwan. In fact, the Taiwanese people drive all the way here just to have that authentic rice dumpling experience. People from the south, east and west visit this Liu Jia Rou Zong store to enjoy a freshly made rice dumpling most especially for the Dragon Boat Festival.

Visit their official Facebook for inquiry here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/%E7%9F%B3%E9%96%80%E5%8A%89%E5%AE%B6%E8%82%89%E7%B2%BD/118396488245461/ or check their website here: https://www.liujiarice.com.tw/?fbclid=IwAR1Iq4pvjM5gp-tqBPnvIiQC3_SRI2KgOWbP6dyzhbyQ1v5Sm6jcgzun0tM

10. Xiao Bai Gong or Tamsui Customs Officers’ Residence

The Tamsui Customs Officers’ Residence (traditional Chinese: 前清淡水關稅務司官邸; simplified Chinese: 前清淡水关税务司官邸; pinyin: Qiánqīng Dànshuǐ Guān Shuìwù Sī Guāndǐ) is a historical residence in Tamsui District, New Taipei, Taiwan.

After Taiwan was forced to open foreign trade in early 1860s, foreigners soon came into the island. Qing Dynasty government soon established a customs office in Tamsui in 1870 after the opening of Tamsui Port.

Read more here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamsui_Customs_Officers%27_Residence?fbclid=IwAR1XKVNEJ6yBePpHmgLNsIQnwX4ak8jPtycfp9RB8ap5MFwUdJiNeCz0c2g