Shida Travel Guide
Taipei
Popular places to visit
National Taiwan Normal University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of National Taiwan Normal University during your trip to Taipei. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Shida Night Market
During your trip to Taipei, you can enjoy retail therapy at Shida Night Market. Take in the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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.
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 Arena
Catch an event at Taipei Arena during your trip to Taipei. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
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 Shida
The Grand Hotel
The hotel is a really impressive building and well located for views of Taipei, although use of the MRT, buses and bikes is needed to access most of the city. A shuttle bus is provided to guests every ~15 mins to the nearby MRT stations which is great for those carrying suitcases. It's also fairly ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Friendly staff spotless property. Lovely pool and onset area. Location not as close to station but over takes u there or shuttle.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
My parents enjoyed the stay v much - extremely helpful hotel staff, spacious rooms, great lounge facilities and luggage storage area. Will stay in same property again for our next visit!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
ILLUME TAIPEI
The rooms are clean but the facilities were a little worn.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Caesar Metro Taipei
I had to switch rooms my first night because there was a large urine stain on the mattress of my bed that I could see through the sheets
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Regent Taipei
Excellent, courteous staff. Superb breakfast. Large well appointed rooms.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shida
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.
Xinyi
Consider a visit to Taipei 101 and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Xinyi. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Xiangshan Station or Taipei 101/World Trade Center Station.
