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Shulin樹林區
Spend a half‑day exploring Shulin’s temples, park and night market; stay in New Taipei (e.g., Banqiao) and return to Taipei base.
Shulin is a compact district of New Taipei with three TRA stations, several temples, a night market and a riverside park. It can be visited in a few hours as a side‑trip from Taipei, with overnight options in nearby Banqiao or other New Taipei districts.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Oct–Dec, Mar–Apr
- avoid Jul–Aug (typhoon risk)
- Airport
- TPE
- Nights
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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 Shulin110 ▾
- 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 Shulin, 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
- SafetyShulin is generally safe; stay alert on busy train platforms and night‑market crowds.
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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 (Airport MRT to Taipei, then TRA to Shulin (≈30 min).).
- Getting aroundcheckUse TRA local trains (Shulin, Shanjia, South Shulin stations) and New Taipei bus routes; a day‑pass for buses costs about NT$150 (≈ US$5) (check).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealNight‑market snack (stinky tofu, fried chicken)NT$50–120 (≈ US$2–4)
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus ridecheckNT$15–30 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedBudget hostel dorm bed, a night, per personNT$250 (≈ US$9)
- Mid-range bedPrivate room (double), a night, per roomNT$1,200 (≈ US$40)
- High-end bedPrivate room (double), a night, per roomNT$1,800 (≈ US$60)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$600 (≈ US$20) · Mid NT$900 (≈ US$30) · High NT$1,300 (≈ US$45)
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 (Airport MRT to Taipei, then TRA to Shulin (≈30 min).)
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
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Nov
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Dec
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Nov (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Shulin: 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)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
7 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°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)
9 rd
Oct
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
7 rd
Nov
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°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
Use TRA local trains (Shulin, Shanjia, South Shulin stations) and New Taipei bus routes; a day‑pass for buses costs about NT$150 (check).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Banqiao
goDoor to door: ≈20 min total
TRA from Shulin to Banqiao, about 10 min
Shopping and dining options.
Yingge
goDoor to door: ≈35 min
Bus from Shulin Station, about 25 min
Ceramic art town.
Taipei City center
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
TRA to Taipei Main Station, ~30 min
Access to major attractions.
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.
Banqiao (New Taipei)
Convenient MRT and bus links to Shulin; many budget hotels.
Xinzhuang (New Taipei)
Close to Shulin stations; good for short stays.
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$600–900 (≈ US$20–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- NT$900–1,300 (≈ US$30–45) excl. bed
- High
- NT$1,300 (≈ US$45)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hostel dorm bed2 × 3 nights × NT$350 | NT$2,100 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × NT$900 | NT$5,400 |
| Trip total≈ NT$1,250 per person per day, bed included | NT$7,500≈ US$250 |
Typical price for a dorm bed in Banqiao area
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Night‑market snack (stinky tofu, fried chicken) | NT$50–120 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Bottled water (500 ml) | NT$20–35 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Local bus ridecheck | NT$15–30 (≈ under US$1) |
| TRA local ticket (Shulin–Banqiao)check | NT$150 (≈ US$5) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Local trains run less frequently on weekends; check the TRA timetable.
- Night market stalls close around midnight; plan dinner earlier.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline
- 0800-011-765
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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 Shulin → Banqiao: about NT$150 (≈ US$5), 10 min (check)
- Night‑market snack: NT$50–120 (≈ US$2–4)
Say or show
- 對不起 — Excuse me / Sorry (duì bu qǐ)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xiè xiè)
- 多少錢？ — How much is it? (duō shǎo qián?)
- 夜市在哪裡？ — Where is the night market? (yè shì 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 Shulin. 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–Apr · avoid Jul–Aug (typhoon risk) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add night‑market food guide for Shulin.
- Link to Banqiao and Xinzhuang accommodation pages.
- Include TRA schedule checker widget.
Sources
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