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Shenkeng深坑區
Visit Shenkeng for a half‑day tofu tour and Old Street stroll; 4–6 h, then return to Taipei or New Taipei.
Shenkeng is a small New Taipei district famed for tofu and its historic Old Street. It has no rail link, so a few hours are enough to sample food, wander the street, and head back to a base in Taipei or New Taipei.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Oct–Nov
- avoid Jun–Aug (hot, occasional rain)
- Airport
- TPE
- Nights
- 0–1 (day trip or night stay if you prefer)
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Taiwan ↗Check visa-exemption length, passport validity and the online arrival card (TWAC) on the official sites before you fly.
- Taiwan ↗An EasyCard (or iPASS) covers MRT, buses, local trains and many convenience-store purchases; buy one at the airport or a station.
- Taiwan ↗When a local government declares a typhoon day, transport and sights can close for the day; follow the official notice, not the forecast alone.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Shenkeng110 ▾
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Shenkeng, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Night markets, breakfast shops and many small restaurants take cash only; carry NT$1,000–2,000 (≈ US$35–70) in small notes.Taiwan-wide
- SIM or eSIMChunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile and FarEasTone sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at TPE and KHH arrivals…Taiwan-wide
- Tap waterTreated at source, but locals boil or filter it.Taiwan-wide
- TippingRestaurants: No tip; a 10% service charge appears in many sit-down places and hotels.Taiwan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 110 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Taiwan-wide
- SafetyShenkeng is safe for tourists; typical urban precautions apply.
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- RestroomsFree, clean toilets in every MRT station, convenience stores and department stores; paper goes in the toilet in most new buildings — follow the sign.Taiwan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 0800-011-765 Tourism helpline (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Monday (the National Palace Museum opens daily).Taiwan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportTPE Taoyuan International Airport (About 45 km (28 mi), 1 h by bus/taxi to Shenkeng).TPE Taoyuan International Airport (About 28 mi (45 km), 1 h by bus/taxi to Shenkeng).
- Getting aroundNo rail; take a bus from Taipei (e.g., 862) or a taxi (≈ 30 min).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealTofu snack (stinky tofu, tofu pudding)NT$30–80 (≈ US$1–3)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (30 km (19 mi))Taxi (19 mi (30 km))NT$600–800 (≈ US$20–30)
- Metro or bus rideBus fare (Taipei‑Shenkeng)NT$120 (≈ US$4)
- Budget bedFullon Hotel Taipei, East (4-star double room), a night, per roomNT$3,000 (≈ US$100)
- Mid-range bedFullon Hotel Taipei, East (4-star double room), a night, per roomNT$4,000 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedFullon Hotel Taipei, East (4-star double room), a night, per roomNT$6,000 (≈ US$200)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$500 (≈ US$17) · Mid NT$800 (≈ US$30) · High NT$1,200 (≈ US$40)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TPE Taoyuan International Airport (About 45 km (28 mi), 1 h by bus/taxi to Shenkeng)TPE Taoyuan International Airport (About 28 mi (45 km), 1 h by bus/taxi to Shenkeng)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Feb
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Mar
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Nov
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Shenkeng: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
10 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
6 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
No rail; take a bus from Taipei (e.g., 862) or a taxi (≈ 30 min). Walking is best within Old Street.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Taipei City centre
goDoor to door: ≈ 45 min total
Bus 862 or taxi, about 30 min
Visit Taipei MRT, night markets or museums after Shenkeng.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Fullon Hotel Taipei, East
4‑star, near border of Taipei/New Taipei; convenient for early departure
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- NT$500–800 (≈ US$17–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- NT$800–1,200 (≈ US$30–40) excl. bed
- High
- NT$1,200 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Fullon Hotel Taipei, East (4-star double room)1 × 1 night × NT$3,000 | NT$3,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × NT$500 | NT$500 |
| Bus 862 round‑trip1 × NT$120 | NT$120 |
| Taxi one‑way (≈30 km)1 × NT$600 | NT$600 |
| eSIM, 1 week data1 × NT$300 | NT$300 |
| Trip total≈ NT$4,520 per person per day, bed included | NT$4,520≈ US$150 |
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2026 estimate in TWD; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Tofu snack (stinky tofu, tofu pudding) | NT$30–80 (≈ US$1–3) |
| Street food at night market | NT$50–150 (≈ US$2–5) |
| Bus fare (Taipei‑Shenkeng) | NT$120 (≈ US$4) |
| Taxi (30 km) | NT$600–800 (≈ US$20–30) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Night market operates only Tue & Fri 18:00‑23:00; check dates before planning.Night market operates only Tue & Fri 6:00 PM‑11:00 PM; check dates before planning.
- Road access can be congested on weekends; allow extra travel time.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline
- 0800-011-765
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Shenkeng深坑區
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My bed tonight
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請到這個地址To this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus 862 Taipei ↔ Shenkeng: about NT$120 (≈ US$4) each way (check)
- Taxi Shenkeng ↔ Taipei: about NT$600–800 (≈ US$20–30) (check)
Say or show
- 不好意思 — Excuse me / Sorry (bù hǎo yì si)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xiè xie)
- 這個多少錢？ — How much is this? (zhè ge duō shǎo qián?)
- 可以不要醬油嗎？ — Can I have it without soy sauce? (kě yǐ bù yào jiàng yóu ma?)
- 最近的公車站在哪裡？ — Where is the nearest bus stop? (zuì jìn de gōng chē zhàn zài nǎ lǐ?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Shenkeng. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Oct–Nov · avoid Jun–Aug (hot, occasional rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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