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Yehliu Geopark
·Explore the Yehliu Geopark, which is famous for its special geology and topography and considered as a wonder of the world. Feel the charm of "the most Mars-like rocky environment on earth". ·Closely touch the unique-shaped boulders in the park which are all gradually formed due to years of erosion and weathering by seawater. ·Yehliu Geopark is a good choice whether you are taking children for a parent-child tour or visiting with friends and enjoying the beautiful scenery. △Yehliu Geopark has a large area and different scenic spots. Among the boulders, the most famous one is the "Queen's Head". As the representative work of the mushroom rock, especially its graceful and noble shape, the queen's head has long been the symbol of Yehliu Geopark. △In addition to the "Queen's Head", Yeliu Geopark has formed special geological landscapes such as sea caves, honeycomb rocks, bean curd rocks, mushroom rocks, and candle rocks after tens of thousands of years of seawater erosion, crustal movement and weathering.New Taipei City · 9.2 km from Keelung
Taipei Palace Museum
Taipei Palace Museum houses an exceptionally rich collection of artifacts and treasures that span nearly 5,000 years of China's glorious history, with over 650,000 pieces in its collection. Known as the "Treasure House of Chinese Culture," it offers visitors the chance to see its three most prized possessions: the Meat-shaped Stone, Jadeite Cabbage, and Mao-kung Ting. The lifelike forms and exquisite craftsmanship of these masterpieces are truly awe-inspiring. In addition to viewing rare treasures up close, you can also visit the park's Zhishan Garden, Zhide Garden, and the Zhang Daqian Memorial Hall. Get up close to appreciate the art-inspired-by-life Meat-shaped Stone. The Dongpo Meat-shaped Stone is one of China's Four Great Odd Stones and one of the three treasures of the Taipei Palace Museum. The "Jadeite Cabbage" craftsmen skillfully utilized the natural hues of the jadeite, using the deep green tones to depict the layered cabbage leaves. Although the white portions contained cracks and impurities, the artisans ingeniously transformed them into the fresh, moisture-rich stems of the cabbage through clever arrangement. Explore classic calligraphy and painting works to uncover the mysteries of Chinese calligraphy.Taipei · 19.2 km from Keelung
Jiufen Old Street
Jiufen Old Street is located along Jishan Street, Shuqi Road, and Qingjing Road. The traditional-style buildings are built into the mountainside, featuring rows of old houses, narrow streets, and steep stone steps with varying elevations. The winding Jiufen Old Street preserves ancient living customs with its rich nostalgic charm. Red lanterns, narrow alleys, stone steps, and weathered wooden buildings have inspired many films. The street gained renewed fame through "A City of Sadness" and its resemblance to the setting in "Spirited Away." Old Street Delicacies The snacks on Jiufen Old Street are a feast for the eyes. We recommend Apo Lai Taro Balls, located at No. 143 Jishan Street. Their sweet soup or shaved ice is topped with red beans and peanuts. The mixed taro balls are sweet, soft, and delightfully chewy. Another shop, Auntie Taro Balls, offers a narrow dining space with a clear ocean view. Enjoy handmade taro and sweet potato balls while gazing at the sea—a truly relaxing experience. Other must-try treats include red glutinous meatballs, peanut roll ice cream, Hulichang braised snacks, Jiufen tofu pudding, and Jiudaokou beef noodles, all guaranteed to whet your appetite. The Old Street homestay avoids the bustling crowds. Staying overnight in Jiufen is a great choice. Many homestays are built along the slopes, towering and far-reaching. At night, when visitors disperse, the old street suddenly quiets down, leaving only a few lights, as if time has frozen. Enjoying such tranquility alone is truly wonderful.New Taipei City · 11.4 km from Keelung
Heping Island Park
Originally named Sheliao Island, this isle in Zhongzheng District lies northeast of Keelung Harbor. It was among the first places in northern Taiwan visited by Westerners and where Han Chinese settlers first cultivated land in Keelung. Centuries of weathering and wave erosion have sculpted remarkable geological formations along its shores - mushroom rocks, tofu rocks, and marine abrasion platforms - creating what resembles an open-air sculpture museum. Ten distinctive rock formations include: Pig Head Rock, Sphinx Rock, Seal Rock, Mudskipper Rock, Sea Hare Rock, plus five hidden gems in the secluded Alapao Bay: King Kong Rock, Pharaoh Rock, Crocodile Tears Rock, Black Kite Rock, and Leopard Rock. Mountain trail: Approx. 400m in length, this panoramic path runs along the high points of Heping Island Park, offering spectacular views of Keelung Islet, ocean scenery, and unique submarine features from Dengyu Pavilion. The wave-cut platform: This expansive coastal terrace serves as a winter seaweed harvesting ground, where groups of local village women often gather wild sea vegetables, creating a distinctive cultural landscape on the island. Liuxia Beach: With its soft, pristine sands, this beach is perfect for kids to build sandcastles and play, while also offering an ideal spot for sunbathing. Blue Lagoon: In the crystal-clear azure waters, tropical fish and swimming crabs often swim alongside visitors. Safety personnel are on duty year-round to ensure everyone's well-being. Kiss the Sea Pool: A family-friendly facility where kids can get close to marine life, with small fish swimming alongside them, offering a safe space for observing ocean creatures. Angel's Ocean Walkway: This scenic walkway appears like a path leading to the blue sea, making it a perfect photo spot and attraction. It also features a slide that kids love, which leads directly to Liuxia Beach. Ryukyu Fishermen Memorial Monument: In 1905, Ryukyu people gathered here to form a settlement, teaching Keelung's early inhabitants fishing and shipbuilding techniques. They maintained excellent relations with Heping Island residents, prompting Japan to present this monument as a symbol of their friendship. Radar Station View Restaurant: Located at the park's highest point, this former military facility has been transformed into a scenic dining venue. It features a 270-degree ocean-view outdoor plaza and elegant indoor seating, offering both breathtaking views and delicious cuisine.Keelung · 4.1 km from downtown
Shifen Old Street
Shifen Old Street is closely connected to Shifen Station. Although there are no century-old red brick buildings or well-known architectural styles, the characteristics of the old street close to the railway make it a good place for railway fans to make nostalgic pilgrimages. The sky lantern crafts on the old street The store has always been the sign here, with Hakka floral fabrics and video postcards, injecting new vitality and enthusiasm into the retro Shifen Old Street. The short 10-minute journey is worth spending a few hours savoring and experiencing it slowly. Taking pictures, treasure hunting on the railway, or buying a sky lantern to pray are all popular ways to visit Shifen Old Street.New Taipei City · 11 km from Keelung
Taipei 101
Located in a prime location in Taipei, Taipei 101 was primarily planned by Taipei Financial Center Corporation, a consortium of fourteen companies, in collaboration with a professional team. Designed by renowned architect C.Y. Lee, the project transcends the concept of a single volume, using the auspicious number "eight" (a homophone for "prosperity") as a design unit. Each eight-story building forms a structural unit, interconnected and stacked to form the overall structure. This creates a rhythmic and dynamic aesthetic, pioneering a new style for international skyscrapers. Ultra-high-speed elevators: Taipei 101 Observatory is equipped with two ultra-high-speed elevators, with an ascent speed of up to 1010 meters per minute. It only takes 37 seconds to go from the 5th floor to the 89th floor observation deck. These two elevators are also equipped with constant pressure devices in the car, dampers, and high-temperature resistant ceramic braking systems, making them intelligent high-speed elevators that integrate high technology. The 89th-floor indoor observation deck, illuminated by dazzling lights at night, creates a dreamlike and immersive experience through its glass-enclosed landscape. Not only does it offer panoramic views of the city skyline, but it also features unique, private photo windows, ensuring every moment becomes a classic shot! Wind Damping Sphere: The full official name of the Taipei 101 wind damping sphere is the Tuned Mass Damper (TMD). It is a passive damping system custom-designed to meet the needs of this building, located centrally on floors 87-92. Its main purpose is to reduce the building's swaying during strong winds, minimizing discomfort for those working in the building. Unlike traditional concealed damping systems, the Taipei 101 wind damping sphere's design balances functionality and aesthetics, allowing a clear view of the entire damping system's operation from the observation deck. The multi-section exterior design naturally mitigates the wind field effect on the ground caused by airflow from high-rise buildings, and ensures pedestrian safety and comfort through the separation of green planting areas in the architectural design. Infinite Sky: Utilizing a unique mirroring principle, the interplay of reflections and rotations between the atrium and floor creates a visual experience of boundless space and limitless expanse, making visitors feel as if they are in a kaleidoscope world. Helpful Reminder: Female visitors wearing short skirts should be aware of the reflection issues on the mirrored floor. Rainbow Neon Zone: The night view from above, combined with neon lights, is a popular spot for taking photos and shouldn't be missed!Taipei · 20.6 km from Keelung
Taipei 101 Observatory
The main observation deck of Taipei 101 is located on the 89th floor, featuring a 360-degree panoramic glass curtain wall offering views of Taipei City and the surrounding mountains. The 91st-floor outdoor observation deck, open periodically, provides an open-air viewing experience at an altitude of 440 meters. Visitors can take a high-speed elevator from the 5th floor to the 89th floor in just 37 seconds. The observation deck also includes a close-up demonstration area where visitors can observe the overall operation of the damping system. Infinite Sky: Utilizing a unique mirroring principle, the interplay of reflections and rotations between the atrium and floor creates a visual experience of boundless space and limitless expanse, making visitors feel as if they are in a kaleidoscope world. Helpful Reminder: Female visitors wearing short skirts should be aware of the reflection issues on the mirrored floor. A secret garden in the clouds: a stunning photo spot where romantic scenery combined with panoramic city views from high above creates a beautiful picture. Rainbow Neon Zone: The night view from above, combined with neon lights, is a popular spot for taking photos and shouldn't be missed!Taipei · 20.5 km from Keelung
National Museum of Marine Science and Technology
The Haike Museum is a museum that is different from other social and educational institutions. It has a very natural mountain and sea landscape and unique buildings. The display content is even richer, especially when it is scattered among the residential houses in the community; this special geographical location of "close distance" makes the planning and operation of the Haike Museum more challenging. The exhibition themes of the Haike Museum cover marine environment, marine science, marine engineering, and marine culture. The extensive display content mainly conveys the knowledge of the ocean.Keelung · 6 km from downtown
Gold Museum, New Taipei City Government
·View gold collections and more than 140 kinds of characteristic minerals up close ·Feel the mining history and culture of East Asia and visit the traditional Japanese dormitory ·Appreciate the charming natural scenery and review the gold mining experience after World War II The Gold Museum boasts the history of Jinguashi mining and gold as the core theme. It integrates the settlement appearance, mining history, local culture, and ecological landscape of the Jinguashi area to make a master plan, thereby developing a new look for the area and bringing New vitality, combined with community strength, will completely preserve the precious nature, mining sites, landscape features, historical memories, and cultural assets in the Jinguashi area, which give them new life. △ The New Taipei City Gold Museum Visitor Service Center provides tourist information, museum guides, and other related service consultations. △ The Gold Museum was rebuilt from the former office of a metal mining company and now has three floors. The first floor is an exhibition room with multiple themes such as “Retrospecting the Golden River in History” and “The Outcrop of a Giant Pumpkin”; the second floor also has a permanent exhibition with three themes; the third floor is a gold panning experience area, where visitors can experience the gold panning process in person. △ Four consecutive buildings - a well-preserved and complete Japanese-style dormitory. The interior furnishings and living objects remind people of the past. The exterior red bricks and black tiles constitute the mountain city characteristics of Jinguashi District. △ The Alchemy Building is a two-story brick building. On the right side of the first floor is a small special exhibition room, where special exhibitions with current themes are launched from time to time. On the left side of the first floor is the Alchemy Theater space. The second floor is also a permanent exhibition room, providing the fun of "river gold panning" through a multimedia interactive experience. △ Prince Hotel is famous for the rumor that the Japanese Crown Prince (later Emperor Showa) stayed there during the Japanese colonial period. The dense foliage around it provides privacy. The architectural type of this building is a combination of traditional Japanese academy style and Western-style space, forming a popular building at the time.New Taipei City · 12.9 km from Keelung
Queen's Head
This unique geological formation features a slender neck and elegant facial contours, resembling a queen gazing into the distance from afar, hence its name.New Taipei City · 9.3 km from Keelung
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What travelers say about Keelung
Eyka ArmizaOctober 14, 2026
5.0
Yehliu Geopark is a beautiful and unique place in Taiwan. The rock formations are amazing, especially the famous Queen’s Head. It is a great place to take photos and enjoy nature. Remember to wear comfortable shoes because there is quite a bit of walking. Overall, it is worth visiting and highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Yehliu Geopark
NH媽媽的日記October 20, 2026
5.0
Perfect place to learn about classical Chinese art and literature. Very well preserved and presented artefacts with easy guides to follow along. Highly recommend a guide or audio tour to make the most of the museum tour. The staff were super friendly, kind and helpful to everyone.
Taipei Palace Museum
Tom HungFebruary 12, 2026
5.0
Jiufen, a mountain town, is a settlement in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, Taiwan, facing Keelung Mountain. The entire town sits on a hillside, creating a unique landscape of slopes and terraced buildings. It prospered in its early days due to gold mining, but declined after the mines were exhausted. The filming of the 1990s film *A City of Sadness* brought Jiufen's unique old-style architecture, hillside location, and charm to the attention of both domestic and international audiences, revitalizing the area and turning it into a tourist destination. Part 2
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Anonymous userJuly 23, 2026
4.0
It was ok. The ticket availment was easy and practical. Wasn't able to enjoy it completely cause it rained.
Heping Island Park
Marieta Du ToitMay 6, 2025
5.0
This street was so beautiful with many shops. We bought milk tea and just walked around. Although there was a lot of people, we still enjoyed it very much.
Shifen Old Street
Martina Travel and MarvelOctober 21, 2026
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Taipei 101 is a must see when you are in Taipei ! It has been for long time the highest building in the world.. the view from top is amazing 🤩! Buy tickets in advance online !
Taipei 101
Lynette 9October 17, 2026
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Booking online was smooth and easy. Compared to 7 years ago, Taipei 101 has added nice indoor photo areas, making it more fun than just looking at the view! However, my 6-year-old son had to pay full price because he is taller than average, which felt a bit pricey. Overall, a good experience with nice upgrades!
Taipei 101 Observatory
Anonymous userDecember 17, 2025
4.0
It was an educational place. You can learn types of fishes. But if the fish can be real one, it would be more lively and interesting!
National Museum of Marine Science and Technology
jxkajhzhMarch 6, 2025
5.0
The Gold Museum is located in the mountain town of Jinguashi in Ruifang District, New Taipei City. It has rich historical, cultural and natural assets. It is also the first museum in Taiwan built with the concept of an eco-museum. It focuses on asset preservation, emphasizes sustainable development and the reuse of old buildings, and combines local power to drive regional development. When you come to Jinguashi, in addition to appreciating the local special geology and natural beauty, you can also have a profound experience of the mining history and settlement culture of Jinguashi. It is hoped that through the joint participation of the residents of Jinguashi, we can jointly manage and create the charm of this land. I hope to create another immortal gold legend for Jinguashi. I am really happy and will recommend friends to come next time.
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老吴华哥December 26, 2021
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Queen's Head is a tourist attraction of Taiwan. The mushroom-shaped rock is the most representative landscape of Yehliu, especially the graceful and noble shape of Queen's Head, which has become the symbol of Yehliu Geopark. With a slender neck and beautiful facial lines, the expression is like a noble queen.
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What are the must-do things in Keelung?
Don't miss these attractions in Keelung: Yehliu Geopark, Taipei Palace Museum, and Jiufen Old Street. If you like Day tours, try Taipei Bitou Cape Park + Zhengbin Fishing Harbor + Heping Island Park + Keelung MiaoKou Night Market 1-day tour. If you enjoy Cultural experiences, try [Nationwide] Far Eastern SOGO Department Store E-Gift Voucher.
What are the must-try foods and restaurants in Keelung?
You can give Keelung Half-Day Food Tour: Explore Day & Night Markets and Keelung & New Taipei Instagram Photo Tour with Night Market a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.
What are the recommended tours and excursions in Keelung?
When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Taipei Bitou Cape Park + Zhengbin Fishing Harbor + Heping Island Park + Keelung MiaoKou Night Market 1-day tour, Jiufen Amei Tea House + Heping Island sunset + Keelung night market 1-day tour [Depart from Taipei | Includes admission ticket], and Departing from Keelung cruise terminal | Yehliu + Jiufen + Shifen private charter 1-day tour [does not include admission ticket]. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.
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