Dongmen Travel Guide
Taipei
Popular places to visit
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.
Taipei Arena
Catch an event at Taipei Arena during your trip to Taipei. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
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 Zoo
Get close to animals from all around the world and learn about wildlife conservation at the largest zoo in Asia.
Beitou Hot Springs Park
Do as the locals do, by bathing in the thermal pools in this public open-air park with a traditional museum and a lake.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Thousand Island Lake & Pinglin Tea Plantation Afternoon Tour from Taipei
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Top hotels in Dongmen
The Grand Hotel
"Recommended. Love the place, super beautiful and clean. Has gem shops❤️ restaurants are good."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
"Hotel is"
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
"Nice staffs, location is easily accessible"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
ILLUME TAIPEI
"Great location. I stay here every time I come to Taipei . Hotel is not fancy , but it has everything I needed. Convenient location, has big enough gym, sauna, steam room and pool. 7-11 store is right at the first floor and the clean self service laundry room ."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Caesar Metro Taipei
"Clean room and staff is very helpful, too many people crowded in the lobby area, need some remodeling to keep the 1st floor appealing"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Regent Taipei
"Friendly staff, yummy breakfast with many options, large clean comfortable room with welcome fruit and large safe, 5 mins walk from Zhongshan MRT, 7-11 shop 1 minute walk, nearby restuarants. When i complained about the bathtub hot water, they fixed the issue promptly."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dongmen
Shida
Shida is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Guting Station or Taipower Building Station to explore sights like Shida Night Market.
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.
