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Shuangxi雙溪區
Spend a half day in Shuangxi to walk the Old Street and a short trail; one full day if you add a temple visit.
Shuangxi is a small New Taipei district with a historic street, a few temples and short riverside trails. It can be explored in a few hours, but a full day lets you add a hike and a market visit.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Oct–Dec, Mar–May
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, occasional rain)
- Airport
- TPE
- Nights
- 0–1 (day trip or overnight in nearby city)
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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 Shuangxi110 ▾
- 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 Shuangxi, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay on marked trails and keep an eye on personal belongings in crowded markets.
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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 (Main international gateway for New Taipei; about 30 km (19 mi) north, reachable by MRT and bus.).TPE Taoyuan International Airport (Main international gateway for New Taipei; about 19 mi (30 km) north, reachable by MRT and bus.).
- Getting aroundWalk or rent a bike; the district is compact.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealSnack (e.g., taro cake) at Old StreetNT$30–60 (≈ US$1–2)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))NT$200–250 (≈ US$7–9)
- Budget bedGuesthouse room (shared or private), a night, per roomNT$800 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room (shared or private), a night, per roomNT$1,200 (≈ US$40)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room (shared or private), a night, per roomNT$1,800 (≈ US$60)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$400 (≈ US$14) · Mid NT$600 (≈ US$20) · High NT$900 (≈ US$30)
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 (Main international gateway for New Taipei; about 30 km (19 mi) north, reachable by MRT and bus.)TPE Taoyuan International Airport (Main international gateway for New Taipei; about 19 mi (30 km) north, reachable by MRT and bus.)
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
not flagged
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
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Mar–May, Oct–Dec. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Shuangxi: 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)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
9 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
7 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6 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
Walk or rent a bike; the district is compact. TRA trains stop at Shuangxi and Mudan stations; use local buses or taxis for farther spots.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Shuangxi Old Street
goDoor to door: 15 min total
Walk from Shuangxi railway station, about 5 min
Snack stalls open 08:00–17:00; check for seasonal closures.Snack stalls open 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; check for seasonal closures.
Ganlin Weihui Temple
goDoor to door: 30 min total
Bus or taxi from Shuangxi station, ~10 min
Open daily; no entry fee.
Beishi River Historical Trail
goDoor to door: 45 min total
Take a local bus toward the trailhead, 10 min from station
2.6 km (1.6 mi) walk, moderate difficulty; bring water.1.6 mi (2.6 km) walk, moderate difficulty; bring water.
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.
Shuangxi Market area
No dedicated hotels; guesthouses in nearby New Taipei districts (e.g., Banqiao) are the practical base.
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$400–600 (≈ US$14–20) excl. transport
- Mid
- NT$600–900 (≈ US$20–30) excl. transport
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room (shared or private)1 × 1 night × NT$800 | NT$800 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × NT$400 | NT$400 |
| TRA Shuangxi ↔ Taipei round trip1 × NT$200 · check | NT$200 |
| Bike rental (half day)1 × NT$150 · check | NT$150 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NT$155 |
| Trip total≈ NT$1,705 per person per day, bed included | NT$1,705≈ US$60 |
Typical private room in nearby New Taipei districts
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Snack (e.g., taro cake) at Old Street | NT$30–60 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Bottle of water | NT$30–45 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Taxi (5 km) | NT$200–250 (≈ US$7–9) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited dining options; check opening hours of small eateries.
- Trails are unstaffed; bring water and wear sturdy shoes.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline
- 0800-011-765
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Shuangxi雙溪區
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請到這個地址To this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Embassy
US consulate in Taipei; other embassies in Taipei.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- TRA Shuangxi ↔ Taipei: about NT$200 (≈ US$7) each way (check)
Say or show
- 對不起 — Excuse me / Sorry (duìbuqǐ)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xièxiè)
- 多少錢？ — How much? (duōshǎo qián?)
- 洗手間在哪裡？ — Where is the bathroom? (xǐshǒujiān zài nǎlǐ?)
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 Shuangxi. 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: Oct–Dec, Mar–May · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, 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 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Banqiao (30 min train) for more comfort.
- Combine Shuangxi with a visit to Jiufen or Pingxi using the same TRA line.
Sources
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