Map view
Shifen Old Street
Shifen Old Street is a charming, historic street lined with traditional shops selling local snacks, souvenirs, and lanterns. Visitors can also experience the unique tradition of launching sky lanterns into the sky.
Address
Shifen St 81è
226
Taiwan
Hours of Operation
Open 24/7
Highlights
- Shifen Old Street is famous for its old railway line running precisely through the middle of the street.
- It used to be an important coal mining town and now attracts visitors for its nostalgic charm.
- The area is also well-known for traditional snacks and local street food vendors.
You might want to ask
- Shifen Old Street is famous for its historic railway tracks running through the town, traditional shops, and sky lantern releases, where visitors write wishes on lanterns and release them into the sky.
- You can take the Taiwan Railways train from Taipei Main Station to Ruifang Station, then transfer to the Pingxi Line and get off at Shifen Station. The journey takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.
- No, visiting Shifen Old Street is free of charge. However, costs apply if you want to release a sky lantern or purchase food and souvenirs.
- Late afternoon to early evening is ideal to enjoy the street's vibrant atmosphere and participate in sky lantern releases under the twilight sky.
- Shifen Old Street has uneven cobblestone paths and railway tracks, which may be challenging for wheelchair users. Assistance is recommended for easier access.