2025 Pingxi District Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Finally waited for a sunny day and challenged Xiaozi Mountain again! This time, we not only climbed the Xiaozi Mountain, but also climbed the nearby Cimu Peak and Putuo Mountain. The overall journey is not long, and you can climb three peaks in a short time and enjoy the broad view. Among them, Xiaozi Mountain is still the most thrilling section, and the thrilling rock edges make people's heart beat faster. The following Cimu Peak and Putuo Mountain are relatively easy. Although the steep stairs of Cimu Peak require a little effort, the view of Xiaozi Mountain from the top is very vast! Xiaozi Mountain｜Ci Mu Peak｜Putuo Mountain Pingxi District, New Taipei City #Pingxi #Xiaozi Mountain Cimu Peak Putuo Mountain #MarchGoodPlaces2025

When I think of sky lanterns, I naturally think of Pingxi in Taipei Shifen😉. You can take the railway at Shifen Station on the Pingxi Line, exit the gate is Shifen Old Street, the small shops on both sides of the railway😀, will provide the experience of releasing sky lanterns and sell some sky lantern souvenirs🤗, because this place is a legal place to release sky lanterns, so it is suitable to take your children👧🧑 together to experience the local traditional culture, write various prayer wishes, and then put on the sky, hope 👍 wishes come true. #travel inspiration #travel abroad #good places for parents and children

Youkeng Historic Trail is located between Sandiaoling Station and Dahua Station on the Pingxi Line. It is a sparsely populated hiking trail with green paths, small bridges and flowing water. It has been the connecting road between Yuliaozai and Youkeng since the Qing Dynasty. After getting off at Sandiaoling Station, walk along the stream to the trailhead. The trail is a muddy path with unclear signs along the way. You will pass through tunnels along the way. You can choose to walk through one tunnel after another in the dark, or continue along the ancient trail. The tunnel is a faster way to reach Youkeng Waterfall. You need to go through at least 5 to 6 tunnels. The train passes through every 20 to 30 minutes. The trail is safer in comparison. #travelbeautifulgirlsphotos #travelcoolexperiences #attractionphotographyguide #hiking #wheretogoinsummer

You often see sky lanterns in guidebooks. I tried it and it was more fun than I expected. When I arrived at Shifen Station, there were many shops selling sky lanterns around, so I bought one in my favorite color. Write your wish on a small balloon-like sky lantern, light a fire under the lantern, and just like a balloon, you send it up into the sky with the updrafts generated by the heat! The shop staff took lots of photos with their smartphones right before the lantern was launched, which was also fun. They spoke many languages, so they even gave me instructions on how to pose in simple Japanese. It is said that if you send a sky lantern with a wish written on it up into the sky, your wish will come true, and it is a popular tourist spot in Taiwan that attracts not only local Taiwanese tourists, but also Japanese tourists from various countries! #Taiwan #Taipei #SkyLanternRaising #AmazingView #Shifen #SupportTourism

It's hot in Taiwan in midsummer. The weather in Pingxi District can change suddenly, and on this day it unexpectedly turned to rain. At such a time, I ran into this coffee shop to take shelter from the rain. I was guided to two open seats. It was extremely hot, but the staff were very kind and lent me several commercial fans that were installed. I ordered a lemon smoothie. I was surprised by the unexpectedly beautiful view when I looked at it. The rain made the scenery even more colorful. If it hadn't been raining, I might not have come to this shop. I really liked it, so I would like to visit again. #Taiwan #Taipei #Cafe #AfternoonTea #Dessert #ShelteringFromTheRain #Railway #SupportingTourism

Taiwan Train Travel ver. Spun When you take the train from Taipei, The first place you will arrive is Spun! You can write your wish on a sky lantern on the Pingxi Line train tracks and send it flying into the sky ~ If you walk a little further inside, you can see the beautiful Spun Waterfall, a hot place!! The chicken wing fried rice is so delicious that you won't even know if you eat one of them ~ #Taiwan #Spun #Overseas travel #Train travel #Chicken wing fried rice #Sky lantern flying

[Span, Taiwan, the filming location of the movie 'The Girl We Loved Back Then'🛤] I went to Span last winter on a day tour in Taiwan◡̈⃝ Span is also very famous as the filming location of the movie 'The Girl We Loved Back Then'! These are the things you must do when you go to Span, Taiwan!! 1. Flying lanterns 2. Eating fried chicken wings 🙂 There are many stores that allow you to fly lanterns, so it would be a good idea to find out in advance! (Because Spunlaoji itself is incredibly crowded and crazy, make sure to check in advance!) The lanterns have different wishes for each color. The red lanterns are for health, the peach lanterns are for love, etc. They will tell you everything when you choose the lantern. (You can choose a lantern with one color or four colors! When I went with my mother, I chose red, and when I went with my friends, I chose four colors and made wishes for each color❤️-The price of four colors is more expensive than one color!) After you write all your wishes on the lanterns, you can wait and let them fly. If you give your phone to the staff, they will take both a video and a picture👍🏻 Sometimes a train passes by on the railroad, so I recommend everyone to watch it! The chicken wing fried rice was also really delicious! The sauce tasted a bit like seasoned chicken sauce, and there was delicious fried rice inside😉 It was delicious!!! If you are going to Taiwan, I recommend using the day tours since they are very cheap (you can find many if you search!) I think it was a more memorable trip because I went to Spun after watching the movie 'The Girl We Loved Back Then'😭 I recommend that everyone watch the movie and enjoy Spun properly 😉💗 #TaiwanTravel #WinterTravel #GourmetTour #Spun #TaiwanSpun #TheGirlWeLovedBackNowFilmingLocation #ChickenWingFriedRice #WinterTravel #GourmetTour

When you travel to Pingxi, you must not miss the Shifen Waterfall, which is the largest curtain waterfall in Taiwan. It is known as the Niagara Falls of Taiwan because of its shape similar to Niagara Falls. Shifen Waterfall is about 40 meters wide and has a height difference of about 20 meters. It is like a stream of water gathered in an arc-shaped mouth. The strong water force pours down and falls into a wide and deep pool. There are viewing platforms along the heights of the waterfall, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the waterfall from all angles. #LocalTour #Shifen Waterfall #Attractions

Pingxi is located in the upper reaches of the Keelung River, surrounded by untouched mountain ranges such as Wufen Mountain and Xiaozishan. With its unique terrain and steep slopes, it is considered a classic example of a monoclinal mountain in northern Taiwan. Historically, Pingxi was centered around coal mining, leaving behind numerous mining relics and old miners' residences scattered along the area. As the mining industry declined, Pingxi transformed into a tourist destination focused on scenery and culture, forming a railway tourism circle centered around Pingxi, Shifen, and Jingtong. This narrow-gauge railway not only witnessed the coal transportation era but also carries the romance and nostalgia of modern visitors. 🎈 Sky Lantern Ceremony: A Journey of Hope in the Sky Pingxi's most iconic cultural event is the Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival, held annually during the Lantern Festival. Tens of thousands of sky lanterns are released simultaneously, creating a breathtaking blessing spectacle near Taipei's outskirts. It is often referred to as "Southern Beehive Fireworks, Northern Sky Lanterns." Even outside of festival periods, places like Pingxi Old Street, Shifen Old Street, and Jingtong Old Street offer sky lantern experiences. Visitors can write their wishes on lanterns by the railway and release them, enjoying a romantic and meaningful moment. 🚂 Railway Exploration: Nostalgia Interwoven with Nature Take the Pingxi Line's yellow railway, which stops at stations like Jingtong, Pingxi, Shifen, Wanggu, and Dahua, each with its unique charm: • Jingtong Old Street: Experience the historical ambiance of Japanese-era wooden houses and coal unloading platforms. • Pingxi Station and Old Street: Stroll along the stone-paved streets, enjoy local snacks, and release wish lanterns, all while trains rumble by. • Shifen Old Street: The liveliest stop, featuring more shops, sky lantern zones, and proximity to the magnificent Shifen Waterfall. 🌊 Shifen Waterfall: Taiwan's "Niagara" with a Mountainous Roar Shifen Waterfall is Taiwan's largest curtain-style waterfall, with a drop of about 20 meters and a width of approximately 40 meters. Its grandeur has earned it the nickname "Taiwan's Niagara." The deep pool below often showcases rainbows after rain, creating a dreamy "Rainbow Pool." Nearby attractions like Glasses Cave and Stone Cave Waterfall are also worth exploring. Walking on the suspension bridge while listening to the symphony of water and mountain breezes offers an unforgettable experience. 🎯 Travel Tips • Transportation: Take the MRT to Muzha and transfer to the 795 Taiwan Tourist Shuttle, or transfer to the Pingxi Line from Taiwan Railways at Ruifang or Badu. The one-day pass is highly cost-effective. • Festival Notes: During the Sky Lantern Festival, traffic may be restricted, so check in advance. • Gear Suggestions: Mountain weather can be unpredictable; bring sunscreen, rain gear, and comfortable walking shoes. • Photography Tips: Night shots of sky lanterns are dreamy against backlight, and waterfall photography requires attention to safety and misty reflections. Pingxi is not just an old mining town; it is a harmonious blend of "mountains and railways, people and wishes." Whether you're writing wishes on sky lanterns, capturing railway light and shadows, or strolling through serene landscapes, Pingxi fulfills your travel desires for culture, nature, and history.

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 #2025 #Taiwan #NewBeijing #Pingxi Pingxi Guanyinyan is located on a small hill near Pingxi Old Street. There is a temple built there, hung with red lanterns, which illuminate the surrounding area red at night. Guanyin Rock is located at a high altitude, from where you can overlook the scenery of Pingxi Old Street and Keelung River. It is a good viewing point in Pingxi. Transportation: 10 minutes walk from Taiwan Railway Pingxi Station.

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 #2025 #Taiwan #NewBeijing #Pingxi Pingxi Post Office is located on the slope of Pingxi Old Street. It is said to have the oldest postbox in Taiwan, but in fact it is not very old (the British postboxes in Hong Kong should be older). Instead, the postboxes in other parts of Taiwan are too new, right? ! Although the mailbox is not very special, there is a stamping area next to the mailbox of Pingxi Post Office where you can get a stamp as a souvenir, which is suitable for tourists who like to collect stamps.

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 The New Taipei City Government has held the first Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival since 1999, and it has entered its 30th year. It is the most famous Lantern Festival in northern Taiwan. Together with Tainan’s Yanshui Beehive Fireworks, it is known as the “Northern Sky Lanterns and Southern Beehive Fireworks” and has been repeatedly selected by major travel websites as a must-see celebration in a lifetime. Although you cannot attend the Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival, you can still find a good weather day to walk around Pingxi and Shifen Old Street, eat local cuisine, and of course release sky lanterns to pray for peace and happiness. The old streets of Shifen and Pingxi districts coexist and are connected to the railway tracks. The unique railway landscape of "trains passing in front of the door" is very charming. The railway tracks where no trains are running 🛤️ are the most popular photo spots for tourists. I bought a sky lantern and wrote down my blessing mood. Watching the sky lantern with my blessing written on it float high and far away... is a happy feeling.

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 Jiufen Old Street and Shifen Waterfall, these two are attractions that you must have heard of even if you haven't been there. People who go to Jiufen Old Street generally won't miss the waterfalls and sky lanterns in Shifen. (Although there is a lot of controversy about the environmental pollution caused by sky lanterns, I believe that many tourism industries are also closely related to the environment. You can just make your own judgment.) Shifen Waterfall is only 15-20 minutes away from the parking lot. There is a suspension bridge at the entrance. When tourists walk across the suspension bridge, if the collective movements are big, the suspension bridge will shake constantly, which suddenly brings some excitement to those who are walking calmly on the bridge.😂 After walking across the suspension bridge, you will pass by the market on the shopping street. If you feel thirsty or tired after a long journey, you can eat barbecue, snacks and drink juice before continuing. It doesn’t matter. The waterfall will not move.🙈 If you stand on the fence at a close distance, the water of the waterfall will float over your face and feel cool.😆. However, there are many tourists who want to see the waterfall up close. You can continue to walk up the stairs to the viewing platform of the waterfall. You can see the spectacular scenery of the waterfall in all directions. Looking at the waterfall for a while is a very relaxing thing. If time permits, you can continue to go up. There are stairs, which require some physical strength. Remember to wear comfortable shoes. (Even if you don’t climb stairs, you still need comfortable shoes, after all, the distance to walk is long. 🙈) If time does not allow or you are joining a one-day tour, it is okay to go back. Individuals can choose to do whatever is comfortable for them.😊 🌟After visiting Shifen Waterfall, you can also visit nearby attractions, such as Shifen Old Street, Pingxi Old Street, and release sky lanterns or watch them if you don’t release them. It is a great experience. 🌟I personally like to go to the souvenir shops in Pingxi Old Street and buy a lot of key chains with different birthdays as gifts for family and friends. It is very meaningful.😊 🌟🌟🌟 📍Address: No. 10, Gankeng, Pingxi District, New Taipei City 🕰️Opening hours: October-May (09:00-17:00) Last admission at 16:30 June-September (09:00-18:00) Last entry at 17:30 🌟🌟🌟 transportation: 1-🚄Train: Taipei Main Station - "Ruifang" or "Badu" Station, transfer to Taiwan Railway and get off at "Shifen" Station. Take the Taiwan Railways from Songshan Railway Station and get off at Shifen Station. 2-🚇MRT+🚌Bus Take Taipei MRT Station and get off at "Mushan" Station, then transfer to Taipei Bus (Taiwan Express) Route 795 (Taiwan Express Mushan Pingxi Line) and get off at Shifen Tourist Center. 3-Join the Jiufen Shifen Pingxi one-day tour group. (The tour bus will take you directly to the tourist attractions, but the stay time is limited🚫) 4- One-day tour by chartered car. #Shifen Waterfall #Pingxi Sky Lanterns #Taipei #Taiwan

#onthemove My adventure on the Pingxi Railway Line was nothing short of amazing! 🚂 Starting the day, I hopped on the train to explore two charming stops—Pingxi and Jingtong. Pingxi greeted me with a peaceful vibe. I strolled through the old streets, surrounded by quaint shops and food stalls, and admired the rows of hanging bamboo wishes. Writing my own wish and hanging it felt so magical! Next, Jingtong was like stepping into history. The well-preserved station had vintage charm, and the Lover Bridge nearby offered stunning views of the lush greenery. The sound of the train chugging along the tracks made everything feel so nostalgic. The highlight? Watching the iconic sky lanterns float into the overcast sky, carrying hopes and dreams into the heavens. Even in the light drizzle, the atmosphere was warm and filled with joy. If you’re in Taiwan, this journey on the Pingxi Railway Line is a must for culture and nature lovers alike. It’s a perfect mix of tradition and scenic beauty. Definitely on the move and full of memories!

In addition to shopping and walking around the city, arrange a day of outdoor programs to balance! ⏩From Taipei Station, take the shuttle bus/Zhuguang/Ziqiang Express and it will take about 50 minutes to Ruifang Railway Station. Outside the train station, transfer to buses 788 and 825 to reach the entrance of Jiufen Old Street. Jiufen Old Street is quite traditional and antique. There are many small shops and specialty souvenir shops. In addition to Li Yi Bakery, Hua Xuan's famous tea "Ginseng Oolong Tea", Lai Grandma Taro Ball, etc., there are many special authentic delicacies that must be eaten. 1. “Cheung Kee Nine Traditional Fish Balls”: A must-order comprehensive fish ball soup (NT$45), a total of 5 fish balls/Fuzhou balls/gong balls, the fillings will burst with soup juice, the soup is light and thirst-quenching. The rice with dim sum is very juicy, the sauce is sweet and a little greasy. 2. "Nine portions grilled sausage": Seeing a queue, the sausage (NT$ 100/3) price is also very affordable, sausage meat with honey flavor, a little fat pork quite chewy. There are also carriage red bean cakes sold next to it. 3. "Grandma Lai's Taro Ball": I didn't eat Auntie Akan's taro ball, so I chose Grandma Lai, which has more flavors. Comprehensive Taro Ball Ice (NT$50) contains sesame, yam, green tea, sweet potato, purple sweet potato and other flavors. ⏩ Then take a bus to Shifen, public transportation is too inconvenient, Jiufen to Shifen have to take the bus down the mountain, then take the train to Shifen station, so it is recommended to take a taxi over. Ten Old Street is connected to the train tracks, the unique railway style allows visitors to put sky lanterns and walk in the middle of the railway. Sky lanterns cost approximately NT$200 per piece, which makes different prayers according to different colors. ⏩ There is a dessert DIY souvenir shop and Confectionery Culture Hall near Banqiao where you can make pineapple cakes or other Taiwanese specialty pastries. The decor has a Japanese style, the pineapple cake turned out to be super easy to make, has all the ingredients ready, just need to move your hands in ten minutes to make. You can also buy souvenirs in the workshop at discounted prices. #November Good Places 2024 #Taipei Attractions #Taipei Good Places #Taipei Trip #Jiufen Old Street #Sky Lanterns

It has been many years since I last went to Jingtong Old Street. The crowds here are much less than those in Shifen Old Street. At the same time, it seems a little different from the Jingtong Old Street in my memory. I drove by and stopped to walk around. Enjoy the quiet time and nostalgia.

#HotelAccommodationEvent Along the Pingxi Line, there are places selling sky lanterns along the streets of Shunxi Station, Pingxi Station, Jingtong Station, etc. Of course, there are the most at Shunxi Station, but there are also shops selling them at the other two places. That's because there aren't many. The fun of seeing sky lanterns floating in the clear sky~

#HotelAccommodationEvent Let's take the Pingxi Line to Shun Station, Pingxi Station, and Jingtong Station to go sightseeing. The most famous tourist attraction is, of course, Shun Station. However, I plan to take a look at lesser-known places as well. While taking the Pingxi Line, the scenery outside is beautiful and nice... Snap ~

#HotelAccommodationEvent During the journey of the Pingxi Line, this time, I decided to walk around Pingxi Station. There is also a small store that sells sky lanterns here. However, compared to Spun Station, it is much smaller, so it is a tourist attraction centered around locals rather than foreign tourists.

#Hotel Accommodation Event This is the Mineral Exhibition Hall at Jingtong Station, the final stop of the Pingxi Line. There are sculptures of old coal mining sites on display here. This is a place where you can learn about what was done in this area in the past. This is a place where you can see various mining activities.

#HotelAccommodationEvent To go from Ruifeng Station to Shun Station, I take the suburban Pingxi Line. On the way, the scenery near Shun Station seems to show the purity of nature, so I take a picture like this to leave a memory. This is a region that shows us the pure nature that is unspoiled by people.

#HotelAccommodationEvent This is Pingxi Station on the Pingxi Line. It's only a small station, but it's pretty. And I left a trace by posting the flow of trains that passed through here. This is a place that shows that Sewill is flowing like this. It's the flow of the times that rises and falls in the development of the world.

#HotelAccommodationEvent I think it's Japanese... This person took a picture with the exact same angle as the travel brochure and left it. It's both amazing and surprising... Well. I was taking a picture with the exact same angle at some point. But the picture came out pretty ~

#HotelAccommodationEvent This is a spot that you can see from above Jingtong Station. There were cute additional sculptures installed above here. So I made good use of this and made memories. What do you think? Is it okay? I think the natural look is better...

#HotelAccommodationEvent The weather was so hot and humid and I was covered in sweat... I came into the cafe to take a break. But this place is also a hot place. Jingtong Station, Jingtong Old City, etc. seen through the window... The view was really good. I had a happy time ~

#Hotel Accommodation Event These are the products of evidence that this was a mining (coal mining) area. This is the part where you can see the flow of the coal mining era. I came back after having a good time, happily rewinding time and imagining the old times.

#Hotel Accommodation Event There are historical finds that show that this was a coal mining village. At one time, this place must have been a good source of industrial power. However, with the passage of time and changes in the industrial complex, it is now becoming a village that is almost disappearing. It is a truly sad story.

#HotelAccommodationEvent As the coal mining industry declined, this town also gradually declined. It was a time when traces could be seen here and there. Out of all of them, this building left a strong impression. It shows traces of the old history well.