Title: Visit Shilin: Best of Shilin, Taipei Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

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# Shilin

## Taipei

![Shilin Night Market showing markets, a city and shopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503010/9d71bfb1-e05b-4daf-882b-7f4d420efdbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Shilin Night Market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503010/c31f6778-ef70-43b6-a402-d92bd18065a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Shilin Night Market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503010/ef57a2e3-196d-49a4-8111-d5dfe992f08d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![National Palace Museum showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503003/3348e6fd-c574-488a-bf79-2f96f7159b96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Shilin Night Market featuring markets and food](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503010/8f91943f-cba4-4df1-a028-06852371f1de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Shilin

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#### The National Palace Museum stands iconically amid tropical mountains overlooking a district of museums, parks and a vast night market.

Shilin is a serene and affluent district that has become popular with international expatriates living in Taipei. It has an entertaining family ambiance, with amusement parks and museums, as well as a popular night market. Walk around this large area and notice the majestic architecture from the early 1900s.

Among the highlights of the entire island is the iconic National Palace Museum, which was moved here from the Beijing Forbidden City in 1949\. Admire the wonderful architecture of the palace, framed by a scenic backdrop of lush vegetation. Head inside to study some of the preeminent artifacts from China and Taiwan. The exhibits rotate across four floors. 

The district also has fun and entertaining activities for families, including the Taipei Children’s Art Museum and the Taipei Children’s Amusement Park. Bring your little ones for a ride on the Ocean Carousel or the colourful Monorail overlooking the park. Brave yourself for the fall from the Drop Tower and try out the Bumper Cars. Next door is the National Taiwan Science Education Centre, a complex that teaches visitors about the body and the elements.

Wander through the former TV studios of the Chinese Culture Movie Centre for a look behind the screen. Other fascinating institutions include the domed Taipei Astronomical Museum and the glassy Shung Ye Museum of Formosan Aborigines.

To get a glimpse of local culture, venture through the Shilin Night Market. Signs and neon lights create an exciting and dizzying spectacle, while fried buns and stinky tofu satisfy hungry appetites.

Shilin is located a little east of the Keelung and Tamsui rivers, in the northern outskirts of Taipei. Travel to the district on a bus or the metro to the Shilin Station, a little north of the Shilin Night Market. While in this region, make sure to visit neighboring zones such as the Beitou District, the Zhongshan District and the Luzhou District.

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### Popular places to visit

![Shilin Night Market showing markets, a city and shopping](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503010/9d71bfb1-e05b-4daf-882b-7f4d420efdbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Shilin Night Market

4/5(146 reviews)

Wander these renowned city markets, known for their nightlife, authentic Taiwanese dishes and local, traditional and international merchandise.

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![National Palace Museum showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503003/3348e6fd-c574-488a-bf79-2f96f7159b96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### National Palace Museum

4.5/5(123 reviews)

Once kept for the solitary enjoyment of emperors, today the world’s largest collection of Chinese antiquities and treasures can be enjoyed by all.

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![Taipei Children's Amusement Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635905799667/476cbdbf-0e2e-4ec2-b5af-8f3703724722.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Taipei Children's Amusement Park

Bring the family to Taipei Children's Amusement Park and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Taipei. Take in the fascinating museums and hot springs in this culturally rich area. 

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![Sunny view of the Qingtiangang Grassland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635962295807/d4d90c77-02cb-4aa4-8736-f64fc020e0bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Qingtiangang Grassland

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Qingtiangang Grassland during your travels in Taipei. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops. 

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![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6195689/20851acc-3225-4e96-a9fd-87b3f3767436.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Taipei Sogo

During your trip to Taipei, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Taipei Sogo. Take in the fascinating museums and hot springs in this culturally rich area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Taipei-Sogo-Shilin.d6195689.Vacation-Attraction)

![If you're visiting the National Palace Museum in Taipei be sure to make the short trip over to the Chiang Kai-Shek Shilin Residence. It's the palace and grounds of the former leader of Taiwan that is now open to the public. You'll lose yourself in the beautiful gardens and be amazed at the floral creations like this larger-than-life piano. 

Entrance to the grounds and gardens is free but there is a small charge to visit the presidential residence itself.

#taiwan #taipei #shilinresidence #wanderlust #gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3518/2bf74fcf-cf61-48ca-ba07-7fb42aa985e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Shilin Residence Park

Explore the great outdoors at Shilin Residence Park, a lovely green space in Taipei. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops. 

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### Things to do

![From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4739265/8f636a10-f6d3-4e02-8533-f2a06d75c133.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

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

CA $116

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-taipei-yehliu.a4739265.activity-details)

![Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47415940/87f76f89-a2ba-4f55-a614-14392c8d1449.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour

CA $116

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/taipeis-old-gold-rush-town-jiufen-guided-night-tour.a47415940.activity-details)

![Beitou and Yangmingshan Day Tour from Taipei](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/622035/7f619c99-5128-429e-b30a-c7d7e2da7605.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Beitou and Yangmingshan National Park Day Tour from Taipei

CA $116

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/beitou-and-yangmingshan-national-park-day-tour-from-taipei.a622035.activity-details)

![Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46589061/c9e29271-7aa8-4273-bddf-593f0410ef09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei

CA $121

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/nantou-day-tour-sun-moon-lake-ita-thao-pier-from-taipei.a46589061.activity-details)

![Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49227385/94b0f1e4-a130-4ea4-88b9-4b72b72519f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Taipei 101 Observatory Deck Ticket

CA $28

per adult

**72%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/taipei-101-observatory-deck-ticket.a49227385.activity-details)

![Taiwan North Coast Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47616386/f3981d55-5d20-44e9-9073-5d50cc9357cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Yehliu, Jiufen & Shifen Taiwans North Coast Day / Night Tour

CA $67

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/yehliu.a47616386.activity-details)

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## Shilin Hotel Deals

![Jiantan Boutech Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92711000/92710972/aa0b429a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Jiantan Boutech Hotel

Shilin District Section 4, Chengde Rd Taipei 

Stay at this guesthouse in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Shilin Night Market and Yangmingshan National ...

9/10 Wonderful! (275 reviews)

A/C is a little weak for foreigners . Staff is very helpful, room is average, view from our 15 floors is wonderful. Over all, we enjoy our stay here!

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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Dandy Hotel Tianmu Branch

No.2, Ln. 728, Sec. 6, Zhongshan N. Rd. Taipei 

CA $91

CA $105 total

Apr 6 - Apr 7

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)

服务不满意。别的不错。硬设施超过预期。位置，公交车临近，房间都蛮不错的。比同等等级饭店好些。我是四十年前在所在地附近居住过的。我认为地区也不错。感觉不错。但是具体可以作什么，我却说不准。可以在溪流畔走走。主要是一个休息地方。出门搭车到别的地方玩。早餐很不错。因为服务缺乏，我决定不复返。

Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

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The Grand Hotel

1 Zhongshan N Road Sec 4 Taipei 

CA $126

CA $146 total

Mar 18 - Mar 19

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,917 reviews)

Beautiful architecture and tasty breakfast (with duck and high quality seafood and meat). Room AC didn’t go all the way down to 18C and front desk staff was a little aloof but overall great experience. Did both east and west secret passageway tours.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

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MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

No. 30, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Daan Taipei TPE

CA $243

CA $280 total

Apr 1 - Apr 2

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,640 reviews)

Clean room, lovely staff. Location okay.

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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Grand Hyatt Taipei

2 SongShou Road Taipei 

CA $289

CA $334 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)

Room was great, bed comfortable Spa was wonder Staff was great

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

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Park Taipei Hotel

No.317, Sec. 1, Fu-Xing S. Rd. Taipei 

CA $145

CA $167 total

Apr 15 - Apr 16

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,477 reviews)

Staffs are very friendly and helpful. The subway entrance is right in front of the hotel, making going about super convenient.

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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### Other neighbourhoods around Shilin

![Dazhi Bridge across Keelung River in Taipei](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635934500439/4a2d61a5-3bd5-4ccb-99b5-92d159e1c59d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Dazhi

 Dazhi is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Dazhi Station or Jiannan Road Station to explore sights like Miramar Entertainment Park. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Taipei-Dazhi.dx553248635934500439)

![Taipei Fine Arts Museum featuring art and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503002/ac7cc15d-8e04-4736-b2f5-455eb9e7b644.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Zhongshan

4.5/5(114 area reviews)

 Featuring recreational areas like Rongxing Garden Park and historical sites such as Lin An Tai Historical House, this district offers a mix of leisure and culture. Explore museums, temples, and a vibrant "Little Manila" area, easily accessible via Taipei Metro. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Taipei-Zhongshan.dx6051217)

![Datong](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6080231/bacb9ac6-1e36-42df-b36e-8db43cccd96d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Datong

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

 Enjoy the popular shops in Datong. Dihua Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Daqiaotou Station or Shuanglian Station to see more of Taipei. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Taipei-Datong.dx6051215)

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### Dadaocheng

 While visiting Dadaocheng, you might make a stop by sights like Dihua Street and Dadaocheng Wharf. 

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![Beitou which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051214/4f30c0ca-60e8-458c-8380-d864ffd172d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Beitou

4/5(9 area reviews)

 Mountainous and famous for hot springs, Beitou boasts a large concentration of spas offering aroma therapy, massage, and excellent cuisine. Must-see attractions include Beitou Hot Spring Museum, Thermal Valley, and Yangmingshan National Park. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Taipei-Beitou.dx6051214)

![Raohe Street Night Market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6322010/d728c96b-4a10-4cfa-8e71-fc98608b5c39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Songshan

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

 Travelers choose Songshan for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Songshan Airport Station or Taipei Arena Station and check out top sights like Taipei Municipal Stadium. 

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