Taipei Hotel Guide. Hotels in Banqiao, Taipei, Taiwan

Known for being walkable and economical, the Banqiao neighborhood offers many convenient options for restaurants and coffee shops. Part of the neighborhood's charm is its college atmosphere. You can experience some local theater, or enjoy the natural beauty of the parks. Start by booking your hotel in Banqiao, and then enjoy the sights in the greater Taipei area.

Sightseeing around Banqiao

The museums and theaters add a sense of refinement, while the monuments and other landmarks offer local lore. You can attend a show at Red House Theater, Zhongshan Hall, and National Theater. The local culture at Museum of World Religions, National Museum of History, and Chunghwa Postal Museum might be just what you're looking for. Dahan Bridge, Guang Fu Bridge, and Hua Chung Bridge are monuments worth a look. Longshan Temple, Qingshan Temple, and Bopiliao Old Street are a few landmarks that can't be missed. Take a tour of campus around National Taiwan University of Arts, Fu Jen Catholic University, or National Taiwan Normal University. Hours of family fun are waiting at Crescent Bridge, Taiwan Storyland, and Baby Boss.

You can get some shopping done while you're here, or take part in any number of other activities. You'll find the great outdoors at parks like Lin Family Garden, Youth Park, and Taipei Botanical Garden. Surround yourself with nature at Fuyang Nature Ecological Park, Shitou Mountain, and Wu Zhong Creek Waterfall. For retail therapy, consider Nanya Night Market, Global Mall, and Shinjo Temple Street Night Market, and seek out the perfect souvenir. Taipei County Stadium, Zhuangguo Min, or Xinzhuang Baseball Stadium will provide yet another welcomed diversion.

A few of the area's most popular attractions are Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101, and National Palace Museum. Fu-Da Night Market, Snake Alley, and Qingshui Temple are other must-sees.

Getting around Banqiao

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at New Taipei City Fuzhong Station, New Taipei City Xinpu Station, or Ya Dong Yiyuan Station. If you want to venture out of town, Taipei Banqiao Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at New Taipei City Banqiao Station.

Banqiao is 6.9 miles (11.1 km) from the airport in Taipei (TSA-Songshan). You can also fly in and out of Taipei (TPE-Taoyuan Intl.), which is located 14.6 miles (23.5 km) away.