Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
New Taiwan Dollar
1EUR = 36.75TWD
Official languages
Chinese (TW)
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
1.5 hours
When departing from Hong Kong

New Taipei
Looking to escape the bustle of Taipei without having to travel far? Nearby New Taipei City is the perfect choice. Hop on the MRT or train and you can easily explore the nostalgic mountain town of Jiufen, soak in the healing hot springs of Wulai, or head to the azure coast of Northeast Taiwan. From mountain towns to ocean views, New Taipei City has something for everyone.
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Top things to do in New Taipei
Yehliu Geopark Ticket in New Taipei
Yehliu & Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour (Optional Tiaoshi Coast)
Build Dream Kids HIGH 5 Ticket in New Taipei
Wulai Scenic Train Ticket
Shifen Sky Lantern Experience in New Taipei
Yehliu Ocean World Ticket in New Taipei
Volando Urai Spring Spa & Resort in New Taipei
Linkou Tom Baby Family Park Tickets (Linkou Mitsui Branch)
Northeast Coast Instagram Tour in New Taipei
Wulai Pause Landis Resort Hot Spring Experience Ticket
New Taipei Saint Mary's Danish Bread Manor Parent-Child Amusement Park Tickets
Jiufen In-depth Half-Day Tour (Optional morning/afternoon departure / Taipei Main Station meeting point)
Top attractions in New Taipei
Chiufen (Jiufen)
Wulai Hot Springs
Yehliu Geopark
Shenkeng Old Street
Shihfen
Wulai Old Street
Tamsui Old Street
Shifen Waterfall
Banqiao Station
Houtong
Bitoujiao Park
Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf
Transport in New Taipei
Taipei Metro (MRT) Unlimited Travel Pass
Shared City Transfers Between Taipei and Yilan / Jiaoxi / Luodong by Kamalan
THSR Pass (Flexible 2-Day Pass/3-Day Pass)
Taipei Departure: New Taipei Car Rental with Driver to Jiufen/Shifen/Pingxi/Yehliu/Northern coast
Taipei - Jiufen Old Street Bus Ticket | Taipei Bus
Private Shuttle Transfer Between Taipei and Jiufen or Shifen
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) CitiAir Bus Transfers to / from Taipei
Taipei Private Car Charter: Customized Itinerary (Add-on Din Tai Fung Dining Experience)
New Taipei car rentals | Rent a car for Yehliu, Jiufen, Shifen, Wulai Pause Landis Resort
Taipei - Chiayi Passenger Transport Ticket (provided by Tonglian Passenger Transport)
Taiwan Railway | Taiwan Railway Pingxi One-Day Pass + Pingxi Sky Lantern Experience
Cross-City Chartered Car Day Tour: Taipei / Taichung / Nantou / Chiayi / Tainan / Kaohsiung / Pingtung (Departure from Taipei)
Hotels in New Taipei
The Great Roots Forestry SPA Resort
Reviews of New Taipei activities
Epic deals in New Taipei
New Taipei at a glance
When is the busiest time for New Taipei activities?
Book earlier for peak months
Demand peaks in January (about 52% above a typical month) while August is quiet (about 35% lower), so travellers from Hong Kong should book early for January and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.
When is New Taipei cheapest?
Find months that fit your budget. Prices in USD.
August is typically the cheapest month for activities (around USD 4), roughly 94% below the priciest month in November, so saving and lower crowds coincide in August. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
How far ahead should you book?
Plan ahead so you don’t miss out
Most travellers from Hong Kong book very close in: typical lead time is about 1 day (early bookings average 10 days), so you can be flexible but consider booking earlier for January peak demand. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.
Quick facts about New Taipei
What to know before visiting New Taipei
Quick snapshot of New Taipei and what draws visitors
New Taipei’s Klook bookings are led by parks & gardens, tours and cultural experiences, so the city suits travellers after outdoor time, guided outings and local culture. Demand swings through the year with a clear busy spell in January and much quieter booking levels in August.
Best months to visit and how prices behave
Klook data shows January as the peak booking month and August as the trough. Prices follow a similar rhythm: according to Klook bookings, August is typically the cheapest month while November has historically been the priciest, so travellers will usually find lower activity prices in late summer and higher prices heading into late autumn. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for August; if you’re after peak-season atmosphere and more options, January is the time to go. Overall demand and prices mostly move together here, with both dipping in August and rising toward the busier months.
Tips for travellers from Hong Kong planning a trip
Most travellers from Hong Kong lock experiences in about a day or so, so New Taipei is easy to visit on short notice and suits spontaneous plans. During January — the busiest month — consider booking the more popular tours or cultural experiences a little earlier; otherwise you can comfortably book many parks, massages and smaller activities a day or two before. Use Klook to check real past availability and secure the experiences you want without overplanning.
FAQs about New Taipei
When is the best time to visit New Taipei?
When is the best time to visit New Taipei?
The busiest time for New Taipei on Klook is in January — expect higher demand then. Visit outside that peak if you prefer fewer crowds, since bookings drop through spring and are lowest in August.
When is the cheapest time to visit New Taipei?
When is the cheapest time to visit New Taipei?
In recent Klook booking data, activities were typically cheapest in August at around USD 4. That contrasts with November, which is the priciest month, so August is a good choice if you want lower activity costs.
How far ahead should I book activities in New Taipei if I’m travelling from Hong Kong?
How far ahead should I book activities in New Taipei if I’m travelling from Hong Kong?
Book about one day in advance for typical activities, while popular experiences may benefit from booking up to roughly 10 days ahead. These recommendations come from recent Klook booking patterns for New Taipei.
How much do activities in New Taipei typically cost?
How much do activities in New Taipei typically cost?
In recent Klook booking data, the average activity price was around USD 18. Many top categories show low median prices — for example, parks and gardens typically cost about USD 4 and tours around USD 23 — making it easy to find budget-friendly options.
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Top attractions in New Taipei
- 1 Chiufen (Jiufen)
- 2 Wulai Hot Springs
- 3 Yehliu Geopark
- 4 Shenkeng Old Street
- 5 Shihfen
- 6 Wulai Old Street
- 7 Tamsui Old Street
- 8 Shifen Waterfall
- 9 Banqiao Station
- 10 Houtong
- 11 Bitoujiao Park
- 12 Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf
- 13 Wulai Falls
- 14 Jinguashih
- 15 Sanxia Old Street
- 16 Fulong Beach
- 17 Linkou Station
- 18 Fort San Domingo
- 19 Jinbaoli Old Street
- 20 Shen’ao Elephant Trunk Rock